African real estate prospects in countries such as Morocco property have been "buzzing" for some time, it has been stated.

These markets are much more positive than many suggest, with too much of the news about Africa concentrated on countries were there are crises such as Somalia and Zimbabwe, Nuwireinvestor.com has stated.

Most, however, have been experiencing positive economic trends based on a variety of activities, with those lacking large-scale mineral and oil resources offering new service industry opportunities for outsourcing.

Last month Morocco was promoted to the Homes Overseas "Premier League" of elite destinations in which to invest in foreign property.

The magazine said a major reason for the inclusion of the north African country is the plans the king has announced to enhance the tourism facilities and infrastructure so much that the country’s tourist numbers will soar from 2.2 million to ten million by 2010.

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