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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......

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,......

VPS partners with American Express to boost online payments in Morocco

Vantage Payment Systems (VPS), a licensed payment institution accredited by Bank Al-Maghrib, has announced a strategic partnership with American Express to strengthen digital payment services in Morocco. This collaboration marks the first time American Express cards will be accepted for e-commerce transactions......

Financial exclusion remains high in Morocco despite digital progress

Despite Morocco’s strong digital infrastructure and widespread mobile phone use, more than half of the adult population remains excluded from the official financial system, according to the World Bank’s Findex Global Database 2025, released this Wednesday. The report reveals that only 44%......

Barid Al-Maghrib enhances digital transformation for architects in Morocco

Morocco’s postal service and architects have joined forces to transform architectural practices through digital innovation. Barid Al-Maghrib (Poste du Maroc) and the National Council of the Order of Architects (CNOA) recently signed a pivotal partnership agreement aimed at advancing digitalization......

Mastercard's vision: Africa’s digital payments could reach $1.5 trillion by 2030

Africa's digital payments landscape is poised for remarkable growth, with projections indicating a surge to $1.5 trillion by 2030, as highlighted in a recent report commissioned by Mastercard and released by Genesis Analytics. Mastercard is spearheading initiatives aimed at enhancing digital adoption......

Morocco's digital transformation: Blockchain and AI as catalysts for economic growth

Morocco is making significant strides in establishing a vibrant digital economy through its ambitious Digital Morocco 2030 strategy. This initiative aims to modernize the nation’s economy by leveraging blockchain technology and artificial intelligence (AI), addressing longstanding challenges that......

Moroccan enterprises launch innovative AI training program for 1,000 small businesses

The General Confederation of Moroccan Enterprises (CGEM) has unveiled a groundbreaking initiative called "Generation AI: Boosting 1000 Moroccan SMEs" in collaboration with the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) and LinkedIn. The program aims to support 1,000 small and......