Morocco to Manufacture 85% of Medical Devices Locally by 2030

Morocco is taking control of its healthcare future with an ambitious plan to manufacture most of its medical equipment right at home.

On February 4, government ministers, industry leaders, and health officials signed a landmark agreement in Agadir to transform the country's medical device industry by 2030. Right now, Morocco imports up to 90% of its medical supplies, leaving hospitals and clinics vulnerable to global supply chain disruptions.

The new pact brings together Morocco's Ministry of Health, Ministry of Industry and Trade, and private sector leaders to build a homegrown medical manufacturing ecosystem. The goal is simple but powerful: create jobs, attract investment, and ensure Moroccan hospitals never run short of essential equipment.

The agreement focuses on training workers with specialized skills, helping companies get funding to build factories, and connecting Moroccan manufacturers with international partners who can share expertise. Companies that invest in medical device production will receive support through special investment and export programs.

This isn't just about making equipment. It's about creating a resilient healthcare system that doesn't depend on distant supply chains that can break down during crises. Morocco learned hard lessons during recent global disruptions when imported medical supplies became scarce or expensive.

The initiative builds on Morocco's recent healthcare momentum. In January alone, authorities launched upgrades for 1,400 primary healthcare facilities nationwide, improving everything from accessibility to patient care conditions. Last month, the Mohammed VI Foundation for Sciences and Health partnered with GSK Morocco to boost biomedical research and therapeutic innovation.

The Ripple Effect

When Morocco succeeds in building this industry, the benefits will spread far beyond its borders. Other African nations watching closely could follow the blueprint, creating a continental shift toward medical self-sufficiency. Local manufacturing means faster access to affordable devices, more healthcare jobs, and medical innovation tailored to regional needs.

Training programs will create a new generation of skilled technicians and engineers. Investment in factories brings economic development to communities. Partnerships with international companies transfer knowledge that stays in Morocco long after contracts end.

By 2030, Morocco aims to flip the script: instead of importing 85% of medical devices, it plans to make most of them locally.

Morocco is proving that healthcare independence isn't just a dream but a plan already in motion.