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Africa-focused partnership: UM6P, UNESCO and OCP Foundation launch joint development platform

In a move to strengthen African-led development strategies, Mohammed VI Polytechnic University (UM6P), UNESCO, and the OCP Foundation signed a strategic agreement in Paris on July 18, 2025. The trilateral partnership activates a $6 million platform that will fund joint projects focused on education,......

ESCA business school earns prestigious AMBA international accreditation

ESCA Ecole, a leading Moroccan business school, has been awarded the internationally recognized AMBA (Association of MBAs) accreditation, marking a significant milestone in its academic journey. The accreditation applies to postgraduate programs such as MBAs and DBAs and is valid for a maximum of five......

Young teacher’s tragic suicide ignites grief and outrage across Morocco

The heartbreaking suicide of Mouad, a young teacher suspended by the regional education directorate in Casablanca, has triggered a wave of grief and anger among citizens and educators in Morocco. The incident has sparked demands for justice, accountability, and systemic reform within the country’s......

Benkirane’s remarks spark outrage over outdated advice for Moroccan women

At a political rally in Agadir on July 5, Abdelilah Benkirane, Secretary General of Morocco’s Justice and Development Party (PJD) and former Prime Minister, caused public uproar with controversial remarks targeting young women. He urged them to prioritize marriage over education and careers, saying,......

UPF partners with Arizona State University to establish American International Institute in Fez

The Private University of Fez (UPF) has announced a groundbreaking partnership with Arizona State University (ASU) to launch the American International Institute, a new center for dual-degree education in Morocco. The institute, set to open on July 9, 2025, aims to provide high-quality, English-language......

UPF launches 2025 dental medicine program with new scholarships

Applications open for the 2025–2026 academic year The Private University of Fez (UPF) has officially announced the opening of applications for its 2025–2026 dental medicine program. The competitive entrance exam will take place on Wednesday, July 16, at 9 a.m., simultaneously at UPF’s......

Rabat Business School and AXA Services Maroc forge partnership to advance youth employability

Rabat Business School (RBS), a leading institution within the International University of Rabat (UIR), has joined forces with AXA Services Maroc to bridge the gap between academia and the labor market, fostering employability for young Moroccan graduates. The partnership was formalized during a recent......

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 future: bridging research and policy to tackle climate, education, and jobs

The Mohammed VI Polytechnic University (UM6P) in Rabat recently hosted a major conference uniting researchers, policymakers, and international experts to explore how scientific research can inform effective public policies in Morocco. Organized in collaboration with the Morocco Innovation and Evaluation......