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HM King Mohammed VI appoints Abdellah Boutrig as Morocco’s cybersecurity chief

His Majesty King Mohammed VI, Supreme Commander and Chief of General Staff of the Royal Armed Forces (FAR), has named Brigadier General Abdellah Boutrig as the Director General of Morocco’s Information Systems Security Directorate (DGSSI). The appointment reflects the country’s ongoing commitment......

Morocco’s mobile subscribers surpass 58.8 million in first half of 2025

Morocco’s telecommunications industry continues to thrive, as the mobile subscriber base reached 58.8 million by the end of June 2025, according to the Directorate of Studies and Financial Forecasts (DEPF). This marks a 3.2% year-on-year increase, building on a 5.2% rise recorded during the same......

Morocco's digital leap: e-Dirham aims to modernize finance and boost regional influence

Morocco’s central bank, Bank Al-Maghrib (BAM), is spearheading the introduction of the e-Dirham, a Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC) designed to accelerate the nation’s digital transformation. This initiative seeks to enhance financial inclusion, modernize payment systems, and establish......

Morocco’s resilience: dispelling myths of decline

Morocco has once again become the subject of media speculation after Le Monde published an article on August 24, 2025, suggesting an “end of reign” for its centuries-old monarchy. Such narratives, often recycled, fail to reflect the reality of a nation that is not only stable but also undergoing......

UIR and Cisco collaborate to launch AI and cybersecurity innovation hub

Cisco and the International University of Rabat (UIR) have partnered to establish a Cisco EDGE Incubation Center, a groundbreaking initiative aimed at advancing artificial intelligence (AI) and cybersecurity in Morocco. The collaboration is set to position UIR as a strategic hub for technological innovation......

Nigeria harnesses GITEX to drive tech innovation and policy reform

Nigeria is cementing its position as a leading digital powerhouse in Africa through a combination of policy advancements, global collaborations, and a thriving startup ecosystem. With its first edition of GITEX NIGERIA set to take place from September 1-4 in Abuja and Lagos, the nation is showcasing......

Kazakhstan’s digital transformation: From e-government pioneer to AI powerhouse

Kazakhstan has undergone a remarkable transformation over the past decade, evolving from a resource-driven economy into one of Central Asia’s leading digital innovators. With more than 92% of public services now available online and a growing focus on artificial intelligence (AI), the country is......

Moroccan banks gain ground as European lenders retreat from Africa

In just two decades, the financial dynamics of sub-Saharan Africa have undergone a seismic shift. European banks, once dominant in the region, are retreating, leaving room for African institutions—led by Moroccan banks—to expand their influence and reshape the landscape of African banking. European......

Morocco and Dubai unite to boost Africa’s digital future through GITEX collaboration

Leaders from Morocco’s Digital Development Agency (ADD) and the Dubai World Trade Center (DWTC) have reinforced their partnership to position Africa as a global digital powerhouse. The collaboration, centered on the successful GITEX Africa event, reflects their shared ambition to drive innovation,......