Morocco's Population to Age Rapidly, with 11 Million Over 60 by 2060 Due to Declining Fertility and Delayed Marriages
The High Commission for Planning's report predicts that the number of elderly people in Morocco will increase from around 5 million in 2024 to 10.9 million by 2060, representing about 25.2% of the population. This rise is attributed to declining fertility rates, changing patterns of marriage and childbirth, and increased life expectancy. It is also expected that the number of individuals over 70 will grow from 2.06 million to 6.3 million during the same period, with a greater concentration of aging in urban areas. This demographic shift poses significant challenges in the fields of pensions, healthcare, and long-term care.
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