Young Moroccans are losing interest in marriage

While Morocco is expected to experience a decline in its active population and an increase in the aging rate, young people are increasingly showing disinterest in marriage and procreation due to the high cost of living. Does the proposed reform of the Family Code, the first proposals of which were presented by Abdellatif Ouahbi, Moroccan Minister of Justice, pose a problem?

In the eyes of economist Mohamed Jedari, the proposed reform of the Family Code contains many positive points which will contribute to improving the situation of Moroccan women. In a statement to the site Al3omkhe assured that the Code will not lead to an increased disinterest of young people in marriage. Marriage remains a sacred institution and a norm of life, he said. According to him, 8 to 9 young Moroccans out of 10 will continue to engage in this institution in the years to come. The economist recognizes, however, that the high cost of living has had a considerable impact on Moroccan families and could contribute to an increase in disinterest in marriage.