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United States Announces $500,000 Support for Laâyoune and Dakhla Projects

The United States has announced its intention to provide $500,000 in support to projects in Laâyoune and Dakhla, which could, once implemented, bring a new dimension to the investment promotion dynamic. The announcement was made through the U.S. Embassy in Morocco. According to the description......

Escaping the Heat: Rising Climate Disasters Displace Hundreds of Thousands Across MENA

A new report from EuroMed Rights sheds light on the escalating human toll of climate change in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region. Last year alone, over 300,000 people in MENA countries were displaced by extreme weather events, underscoring the urgent need for robust policy responses to the......

Morocco Emerges as Leading Democracy in Region Amidst Regional Challenges

Amidst ongoing conflicts and democratic setbacks across the broader Middle East and North Africa region, Morocco shines as a beacon of relative stability and gradual liberalization, as revealed in the latest annual Democracy Index report. According to the 2023 index released by the Economist Intelligence......

Starbucks Explores New Ownership for MENA Franchises

In an exclusive report by Reuters, coffee giant Starbucks is currently in discussions to transfer a portion of its franchise rights in the Middle East, North Africa, and Central Asia to US investment firm Apollo Global Management. Presently, the Kuwaiti conglomerate Alshaya oversees nearly 2,000 Starbucks......

Echoes of Inclusion: MENA Leaders Deliberate Strategies for Equitable Economic Growth

Esteemed economists and policymakers from the Middle East and North Africa convened in Cairo this week to formulate plans aimed at promoting inclusive development within the region. This high-level seminar sought to build upon the momentum generated during last fall's "Call for Action,"......

Illuminating the Region: Moroccan Arrakis and Emirati Huda Unite Forces in a Transformative Venture

Moroccan lighting expert Arrakis and Emirati lighting powerhouse Huda have forged a strategic alliance through a new joint venture poised to illuminate the MENA region and beyond. The collaboration, named Arrakis Huda Lighting, merges the formidable expertise of two industry leaders to deliver cutting-edge,......

Morocco Emerges as a Leading Force in African AI, Affirms New Report

Morocco is swiftly solidifying its status as a prominent player in artificial intelligence (AI) on the African continent, as indicated by a recently published report from Oxford Insights. The Government AI Readiness Index 2023 meticulously assessed 193 countries across ten dimensions related to their......

Morocco Ranks 5th in Africa in Artificial Intelligence: Insights from the Government AI Readiness Index 2023

According to the latest "Government AI Readiness Index 2023" report by the London-based firm Oxford Insights, Morocco has secured the 88th position globally in terms of its preparedness in the field of artificial intelligence (AI). This comprehensive ranking evaluates 193 countries based on......

Moroccan Triumph in Karting: Roaring Glory in the Mena Nations Cup 2023 Championship

In a dazzling display of skill and determination, the Moroccan national karting team emerged victorious at the 2023 Mena Nations Cup, a prestigious event hosted in Qatar from December 12-16, with the esteemed backing of the International Automobile Federation. With a robust 16-driver delegation spanning......