Keywords: Economic Development


World Bank Warns Africa’s Digital Divide Could Undermine Its $1 Trillion AI Opportunity

Africa’s artificial intelligence ambitions face a structural challenge: insufficient digital infrastructure, limited technical skills and regulatory weaknesses could prevent the continent from fully capitalizing on a technology capable of generating up to $1 trillion in additional GDP by 2035.......

Nafeh Agourram elected to lead Tanger-Tétouan-Al Hoceima regional accountants’ council

Nafeh Agourram has been elected president of the Regional Council of the Order of Chartered Accountants for Tanger-Tétouan-Al Hoceima, following elections held on October 5, 2026, for the 2026-2029 term. The vote brought together members of the regional professional body in accordance with the......

CGEM welcomes Fatima Ezzahra El Mansouri’s appointment and pledges cooperation with new government

The General Confederation of Moroccan Enterprises (CGEM) has welcomed the appointment of Fatima Ezzahra El Mansouri as head of the Moroccan government, signalling the business community’s readiness to engage with the incoming administration on economic and social priorities. CGEM President Mehdi......

Morocco-Canada: Montreal Hosts a Day Dedicated to Investment and Economic Partnerships

Entrepreneurs, investors, institutions, and experts from Morocco and Canada gathered in Montreal with a shared goal: to transform economic exchanges between the two countries into concrete projects. Organized by the Morocco-Canada Economic Chamber (CEMC), the meeting on September 19 focused on investment,......

Casablanca: Moroccan Alumni in the U.S. Unite to Strengthen Ties Between the Two Countries

Gathered in Casablanca, around 200 former beneficiaries of the EducationUSA program exchanged ideas with entrepreneurs and representatives from the academic world with a shared goal: to transform their American experience into new bridges between Morocco and the United States. This dynamic places human......

Daosheng Tianhe Invests in Nador to Develop Materials for the Wind Energy Industry

Nador continues to strengthen its position on the map of international industrial investments. The Chinese group Daosheng Tianhe has commenced the construction of its first production unit outside of China in the region, with a project dedicated to the manufacture of epoxy resins for various industrial......

Global Reputation: Morocco Ranks 27th in RepCore Nations 2026

Morocco has made significant strides in its global reputation, achieving a remarkable 27th place in the RepCore Nations 2026 ranking. This advancement reflects the country's ongoing efforts to enhance its image and attract international attention.Key Factors Behind Morocco's RiseSeveral factors have......

Towards 2030: How Rabat is Reinventing Its Hotel and Tourism Model

A profound transformation is taking place at the heart of Morocco's urban and economic landscape. Historically associated with its institutional and administrative functions, the city of Rabat is gradually redefining its global vocation to establish itself as a major hub for cultural and luxury tourism......

Afghanistan: Women's Participation in the Labor Market Drops to 5% Under the Taliban

Five years after the Taliban regained power, Afghan women's access to the labor market has reached a historically low level. According to the latest data from the International Labour Organization (ILO), women's participation in the workforce now stands at 5.1% in 2026, down from 16.5% in 2020, before......