Keywords: Entrepreneurship


OCP Africa Partners with Niger to Transform Agricultural Value Chains

OCP Africa, a subsidiary of Morocco’s OCP Group, has entered into a landmark partnership with Niger’s Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock to improve the country’s agricultural value chains. The agreement, announced on Friday, aims to promote sustainable agricultural development and......

Over 61,000 New Businesses Created in Morocco by August 2024

Morocco has witnessed an impressive surge in entrepreneurial activity, with over 61,000 new businesses established by August 2024, according to the Moroccan Office of Industrial and Commercial Property (OMPIC). The report highlights a remarkable growth in the business landscape, with a total of 61,178......

Moroccan Startups Face Uphill Battle: Only Half Survive Beyond 5 Years

Morocco's business landscape is facing significant challenges, as revealed by a recent joint report from the World Bank and the Moroccan Observatory of Very Small, Small, and Medium Enterprises. The study, titled "Unleashing the Potential of the Moroccan Private Sector: An Analysis of Business......

Morocco's Forsa Initiative Fuels Youth Entrepreneurship, Creating Nearly 37,000 Jobs

Morocco's state-sponsored Forsa program has made significant strides in fostering youth entrepreneurship, achieving a remarkable 74% coverage rate across the nation in 2024. This initiative, aimed at empowering young Moroccans aged 18 to 35, has successfully incubated 21,158 projects, as reported......

Moroccan Engineering Students Clinch Second Place at Global Enactus Competition

The Moroccan Enactus team from the Mohammadia School of Engineers (EMI) at Mohammed V University in Rabat has achieved a remarkable feat by securing the Vice-Champion title at the 2024 Enactus World Cup held in Kazakhstan. This prestigious competition saw participation from over 2,000 universities within......

Phosboucraa Foundation: Catalyzing Sustainable Growth in Morocco's Southern Provinces

The Phosboucraa Foundation, established in 2014, has emerged as a significant force for sustainable socio-economic development across Morocco's southern provinces in the Western Sahara. According to its 2023 annual report, the foundation's initiatives have benefited over 200,000 individuals,......

Morocco's Impressive Leap in Global Innovation Index: A Surprising Turn of Events

In a remarkable development, Morocco has surpassed expectations and made significant strides in the Global Innovation Index (GII), solidifying its position as a rising star in the realm of innovation and creativity. The country's performance has not only caught the attention of industry experts but......

Glovo Empowers Eight Promising Moroccan Startups through Immersive Mentorship Program

In a significant initiative aimed at fostering innovation and growth, Glovo, the on-demand delivery service, has invited eight representatives from promising Moroccan startups to its headquarters in Barcelona for an immersive experience. This program, known as the Glovo Startup Lab, is supported by the......

Morocco's Youth Innovation Prize: Fostering Creativity and Entrepreneurship

Morocco is set to celebrate its young innovators and entrepreneurs with the "Prix Maroc Jeunesse" (Morocco Youth Prize), a prestigious award program launched by the Ministry of Culture, Youth, and Communication. This initiative aims to ignite a spark of creativity and competition among the......