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Stellantis Maroc and Al Barid Bank partner to promote green mobility and entrepreneurship in Morocco

Stellantis Maroc and Al Barid Bank have announced a strategic partnership to provide Moroccan professionals with accessible financing for micro-mobility vehicles, aiming to foster sustainable transportation and support local entrepreneurship. Unveiled on Thursday, the initiative offers professional......

EBRD grants €10M loan to boost youth entrepreneurship in Morocco

The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) has approved a €10 million loan to Fondation Arrawaj, one of Morocco’s leading microfinance institutions. The financing aims to empower young entrepreneurs and small businesses, particularly in regions affected by the Al Haouz 2023......

Morocco strengthens position as top startup hub in MENA despite funding challenges

Morocco continues to assert itself as one of the leading startup ecosystems in the MENA region, maintaining its top-four position in August 2025, even as regional startup funding saw a significant contraction. According to Wamda, investment across the MENA region dropped sharply by 57%, falling from......

Katakit: Local incubator project highlights Morocco’s industrial potential

In a modest workshop in Morocco, Khalil Tantawi is building something that bridges tradition and innovation: egg incubators designed specifically for local farmers. His brand, Katakit, launched in 2018, reflects an ambition to create robust, accessible, and energy-efficient equipment entirely manufactured......

Morocco rises to fourth in MENA startup funding rankings

Morocco has solidified its position as a growing player in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) startup ecosystem, climbing to fourth place in regional funding rankings for July 2025. This advancement puts the North African nation ahead of Egypt, which dropped in rankings due to macroeconomic challenges......

Morocco’s forsa program under scrutiny for implementation challenges

Morocco’s ambitious Forsa entrepreneurship program, launched in 2022 with a budget exceeding MAD 1.25 billion ($138.28 million), has come under fire for significant implementation issues, raising doubts about its effectiveness in supporting young entrepreneurs. Intended to provide interest-free......

Dakar employment forum sparks hope for youth amid national urgency

In the heart of Dakar, the Grand Théâtre transformed on Saturday, July 19, into a hub of aspirations and opportunity. The venue hosted the Employment and Entrepreneurship Forum, an event designed to connect young jobseekers, business leaders, and investors in a country where nearly 75% of......

Morocco’s youth lead sustainable innovation at Enactus festival in Casablanca

Casablanca is set to host the sixth edition of the Sustainable Innovation Fest (SIF), Morocco’s premier event dedicated to social entrepreneurship and sustainable development. Organized by Enactus Morocco, the three-day festival will run from July 8–10, bringing together over 145 university......

African Development Bank grants €300 million to boost Morocco’s economy and create jobs

The African Development Bank (AfDB) has approved over €300 million in funding to support Morocco’s economic development and job creation initiatives. The decision, announced by the AfDB’s Board of Directors, aims to strengthen the North African country’s resilience, competitiveness,......