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World Bank lifts Morocco’s 2025 growth outlook to 4.4% as key sectors drive recovery

Morocco’s economy is expected to expand by 4.4% in 2025, according to the World Bank’s latest Regional Economic Outlook for the Middle East, North Africa, Afghanistan, and Pakistan (MENAAP). The updated forecast highlights stronger-than-expected performance across agriculture, tourism, and......

Morocco emerges as a leader in democracy support, yet openness to alternatives rises

Morocco stands out in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region as a stronghold of parliamentary democracy, with 68% of Moroccans favoring this system, according to a new report by the Arab Barometer. This figure, the highest in the region, highlights Morocco’s commitment to pluralism and......

Voice AI at GITEX Global: ZIWO Drives Innovation Across MENA

The global spotlight is set on GITEX Global, the premier tech event taking place from October 13-17 at the Dubai World Trade Centre. This year, Artificial Intelligence (AI) takes center stage as it continues to reshape industries worldwide, moving from experimental labs to real-world applications. Dubai-based......

Moroccan MMA fighters aim for glory at PFL MENA semifinals in Riyadh

Four Moroccan mixed martial artists are set to compete in the Professional Fighters League (PFL) MENA semifinals, taking place on Saturday, September 27, at The Arena in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The event, highlighting the region’s rising MMA talent, will be streamed live and free on the Starzplay......

MENA shifts toward renewables, nuclear, and gas as energy demand surges

The International Energy Agency (IEA) released a new report analyzing energy diversification strategies in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA). The report highlights that MENA has become one of the fastest-growing contributors to global electricity demand since 2000, with demand tripling by 2024.......

Morocco strengthens position as top startup hub in MENA despite funding challenges

Morocco continues to assert itself as one of the leading startup ecosystems in the MENA region, maintaining its top-four position in August 2025, even as regional startup funding saw a significant contraction. According to Wamda, investment across the MENA region dropped sharply by 57%, falling from......

Morocco dominates over 90% of cobalt market in MENA region

Morocco has solidified its position as a key player in the global energy and industrial transition, capturing more than 90% of cobalt production and consumption across the Middle East and North Africa (MENA). This dominance underscores the country’s pivotal role in supply chains for critical minerals,......

Morocco rises to fourth in MENA startup funding rankings

Morocco has solidified its position as a growing player in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) startup ecosystem, climbing to fourth place in regional funding rankings for July 2025. This advancement puts the North African nation ahead of Egypt, which dropped in rankings due to macroeconomic challenges......

Morocco emerges as a leader in international student mobility

Morocco has solidified its position as a key player in international student mobility, serving both as a top origin country and a growing destination for foreign students, according to a recent Campus France report. A hub for international students in MENA The report highlights Morocco's role as......