Keywords: Governance


Morocco Secures €120 Million from AfDB for Climate and Governance Initiatives

In a significant move to bolster Morocco's economic stability and environmental resilience, the African Development Bank (AfDB) has approved a substantial financial package of €120 million. This funding, part of the initial phase of the Support Program for Governance and Climate Resilience,......

Africa's AI Ascendancy: Morocco and US Forge Pathways for Sustainable Tech Development

New York, NY – On July 22, the United Nations headquarters hosted a pivotal event co-organized by Morocco and the United States, spotlighting Africa's burgeoning potential to harness artificial intelligence (AI) for sustainable development. Under the theme "Artificial Intelligence: An......

Turmoil in Governance: Benkirane Condemns Akhannouch Administration's Handling of Public Affairs

Abdelilah Benkirane, the Secretary-General of the Justice and Development Party (PJD), has once again voiced his discontent with the administration of Head of Government Aziz Akhannouch. In a recent party meeting held in Rabat, Benkirane did not hold back in his critique, denouncing what he perceives......

Britain's New Dawn: King Charles Unveils Starmer Government's Ambitious Agenda

In a ceremony steeped in centuries-old tradition, King Charles III delivered the speech that officially launched Prime Minister Keir Starmer's legislative program, marking the beginning of a new era in British politics. The event, rich in pomp and circumstance, took place before an assembly of lords......

Spanish Football Federation Plunges into Turmoil as President Faces Two-Year Ban

In a stunning development that has sent shockwaves through the Spanish football community, Pedro Rocha, the president of the Royal Spanish Football Federation (RFEF), has been suspended for two years. This bombshell comes mere days after Spain's triumphant victory in the Euro 2024 final, casting......

Morocco's Ascendant Path: A Quarter Century of Transformation Under King Mohammed VI

As Morocco marks the 25th anniversary of King Mohammed VI’s ascension to the throne, a comprehensive report by the Spanish Institute of Governance and Applied Economics, “Coordenadas,” casts a spotlight on the nation’s burgeoning influence and presence on the global stage. The......

Morocco's Public Sector Set for Transformation with World Bank's $600 Million Boost

In a significant move to enhance public services and modernize governance, Morocco has secured a $600 million loan from the World Bank. This substantial financial injection, divided into two distinct programs, aims to revolutionize the country's public sector and state-owned enterprises (SOEs). The......

Casablanca Tops North African Cities in Oxford Economics Global Index

The Global Cities Index also highlights Rabat, Agadir, and Marrakech among other Moroccan cities. Casablanca has emerged as the most attractive city in North Africa, according to the Global Cities Index 2024 by Oxford Economics. The Moroccan economic hub has been ranked 442nd out of 1,000 cities worldwide......

Morocco's Demographic Pulse: Royal Directive Heralds Innovative Census Approach

In a significant move towards data-driven governance, King Mohammed VI of Morocco has issued a comprehensive directive outlining the parameters for the nation's 7th General Population and Housing Census, slated for later this year. The royal communiqué, addressed to Head of Government Aziz......