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Morocco grapples with middle school dropout crisis as education reforms lag

Over 160,000 middle school students leave the education system annually in Morocco, according to Mohamed Saad Berrada, Minister of National Education. This alarming figure highlights significant challenges in keeping youth engaged in formal schooling, especially in urban areas facing rapid population......

Morocco’s universities struggle to rise in global rankings amid regional competition

Morocco has achieved a modest presence in the 2026 QS World University Rankings, with two universities making it to the list published by the British firm Quacquarelli Symonds. The rankings highlight the country’s challenges in competing on both regional and global levels. Out of 1,501 institutions......

Key changes to Spain’s student visa in 2025

Spain has introduced significant updates to its student visa program, impacting those planning to relocate for academic pursuits. These changes, effective as of May 20, 2025, alter application processes, course requirements, working rights, and renewal conditions, making it crucial for prospective students......

US Tightens Student Visa Rules Requiring Access to Social Media

The United States government has reactivated its student visa processing program after a temporary suspension but with a significant new requirement: all applicants must make their social media accounts publicly accessible for government inspection. According to a statement released on Wednesday, the......

Moroccan robotics team wins global championship, inspiring youth innovation

The Moroccan high school robotics team, “Robotics For Future,” from 11 Janvier High School in Moulay Yacoub, has achieved a remarkable victory by securing first place at the World Robotics Championship held at Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI) in Massachusetts, USA. Competing against......

Trump’s move to block foreign students threatens Harvard’s Kennedy School

Oscar Escobar, who at 35 became the youngest elected mayor in his Colombian hometown in 2023, earned a spot at Harvard University’s John F. Kennedy School of Government a program designed for future global leaders like him. However, due to recent actions by the Trump administration, Escobar may......

Moroccan students inject over €133 million into Spain’s economy through higher education

Moroccan students studying in Spain have become significant contributors to the country’s economy, with their combined spending exceeding €133 million annually, according to recent data. Over 7,263 Moroccan students were enrolled in Spanish universities during the last academic year, drawn......

AI-powered tools revolutionizing exam prep for Moroccan students

As global academic standards rise, Moroccan students are increasingly seeking innovative tools to excel in both national and international exams. Among these, Studocu, an AI-powered education platform, has gained traction for its ability to transform study routines, offering personalized and efficient......

Catalonia to ban mobile phones in secondary schools next academic year

The Catalan government will prohibit the use of mobile phones in classrooms of compulsory secondary education (ESO) starting next school year. Additionally, the plan includes gradually phasing out tablets across all educational stages and digital whiteboards in early childhood education throughout the......

Morocco offers 20 scholarships to Kenyan students for 2025-2026 academic year

Morocco, through its International Cooperation Agency, is providing 20 scholarships to Kenyan students for postgraduate studies in the 2025-2026 academic year. These scholarships emphasize scientific, technical, and economic fields, with courses primarily taught in French. Candidates without French......

Reforming Morocco’s universities: A national imperative

Morocco’s university system is in crisis. As the number of graduates rises each year, so does the number of unemployed among them. The paradox is hard to miss: the more degrees our universities award, the more disconnected they seem from the country’s real needs. Should we really be surprised,......

Spain's immigration law poses challenges for US university students

The Spanish university sector has raised alarms over new requirements in the recent Immigration Law, warning that thousands of US university students may face obstacles when attempting to study in Spain. The visa application process for American students seeking to attend universities in Spain is at......

Spanish newspaper sheds light on Morocco’s efforts to preserve identity in Catalonia

A recent article in the Spanish newspaper El Debate highlights Morocco’s efforts, under the leadership of King Mohammed VI, to preserve the cultural identity of its diaspora in Spain, especially in Catalonia. This initiative is centered around the Arabic Language and Moroccan Culture Program (PLACM),......