In Jordan and Lebanon, Social entrepreneurs reach-out to refugees

Jordan and Lebanon, two of the main host countries regarding the number of Syrian refugees, have seen an increase in vocations with social impact during the past two years. A different kind of entrepreneurs has continued to multiply, promoting mutual aid and solidarity rather than profit. A few months ago, Femise published a study on this phenomenon. An analysis which is more topical than ever with the Covid-19 pandemic which calls into question our current systems and sees the reinforcement of new behaviors focused on humanist values. Version française

Femise recommendations to reduce the skills mismatch in the Maghreb job market

If in France, the unemployment rate of non-graduates is four times higher than that of graduates, the proportions are reversed in the Maghreb countries. This paradoxical situation prompted Femise economists to analyze ... Version française

Algeria toughens its energy efficiency policy

The renewable energy issue is a national priority in Algeria. The APRUE is striving to do the same with energy efficiency, since the agency estimates the potential savings in the residential sector at 36% of its total energy consumption. Version française

Algeria wants to improve monitoring of household appliance efficiency

Algeria has a legal framework encompassing household appliance efficiency, but inspections are still too infrequent. The APRUE is attempting to put in place effective measures. Version française

Southern Mediterranean private sector failing to create enough jobs

MEDITERRANEAN. In Southern Mediterranean countries, the private sector is having trouble hiring. Faced with this sizeable problem, companies are also failing in their lack of ambition or inadequate financial capacities. All factors that are hindering their development and preventing their positioning on export markets.

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Southern Mediterranean education causing labour market friction

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International work placements to fight youth unemployment

For its annual conference “Employment and employability: Adapting to the Mediterranean jobs market” in Marseille on 21st June, HOMERe brought together experts from twelve countries involved in its international work placement project. Version française