I went job hunting and worked in a garment factory, as a plasterer and in an offshore call centre. But there were lots of reasons why I couldn’t continue working this way.

So I contacted the office of the Moroccan employment agency ANAPEC. They told me about EIMA, the Moroccan-German Information Centre on Migration and Vocational Integration in Tangier.

My visit to EIMA was a turning point for me. Contact with the team at the centre resulted in the first positive change since my return. I understood things more clearly.

EIMA let me take part in lots of training courses where I learned what I need for the job market, how to be successful and how to reintegrate back into society in Morocco. Each training course was an opportunity to learn new things and to share knowledge and experience.

I started my own grocery business

I investigated what people in my district need. Then I decided to open a grocery shop. I’ve got loads of ideas, but I have to take things step by step, especially because of the corona pandemic. But I got started straight away and renovated the shop during the lockdowns. I’ve finished all the necessary repairs.

I was later given financial support from EIMA and the European Committee for Agricultural Training (CEFA). I bought equipment and goods that I needed for my shop.

I rely on my good relationships with my customers and people in the neighbourhood.

I’ve built up good relations with them and help them with their daily needs. My spontaneity and my smile have helped me to develop a loyal customer base.

I’d like to offer even more products and services in the future. This will make my business more profitable and let me sell more to set myself apart from other shops.


As of: 08/2022

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