Keywords: MENA


Addressing Migrant Disappearances: CNDH and IOM Morocco Join Forces to Protect Rights

The MENA region accounted for 58% of global migrant deaths and disappearances in 2023, with 4,984 recorded cases, according to UN Migration. The National Human Rights Council (CNDH), in partnership with the International Organization for Migration Morocco (IOM Morocco), is organizing a workshop titled......

Morocco Recognized as a Safe Travel Destination in New Global Risk Map

Morocco has secured its place among the safest countries for travelers in 2025, according to a report from travel safety intelligence companies Safeture and Riskline. The country is classified within the “moderate risk” group on the Risk Map for 2025, making it the safest destination in the......

Celebrating 90 Years of Global Impact: Insights into the Future of English in the MENA Region

The British Council marks its 90th anniversary with a celebration of its profound contributions to English language learning and cultural exchange in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region. This milestone includes the launch of the research report The Future of English: Global Perspectives, a......

Nokia Launches Advanced 5G Innovation Hub in Morocco, Boosting Regional Tech Development

Nokia has established its first Innovation Center in Sale, Morocco, marking a significant advancement in digital technology infrastructure across Europe, the Middle East, and Africa (EMEA). The facility, unveiled in the presence of Morocco's Minister of Digital Transition and Administration Reform,......

MENA Youth Employment Summit 2024: Bridging Skills Gaps in a Changing Economy

Casablanca is set to host a crucial gathering aimed at tackling one of the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region's most pressing issues: youth unemployment. The MENA YES! (Youth Employment Summit), organized by Education For Employment (EFE), will bring together over 200 participants from diverse......

Morocco Showcases Security Expertise at 8th Interpol MENA Meeting

Morocco's top security official, Abdellatif Hammouchi, participated in the 8th Interpol meeting for heads of security and police from the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region. The two-day event, held at Interpol's headquarters in Lyon, France, brought together security delegations from......

Morocco's Spiritual Influence: A Deep Dive into MENA's Religious Landscape

In a recent report by the Pew Research Center, Morocco emerges as one of the world's most devout nations, with 90% of its population valuing religion and over 70% engaging in daily prayer. The comprehensive study, covering 102 countries from 2008 to 2023, highlights the significance of faith in......

Living Costs for Expatriates: Casablanca and Rabat Shine as Affordable Hubs in MENA

In the ever-shifting landscape of global living expenses, Casablanca and Rabat, two of Morocco's vibrant metropolitan centers, have emerged as affordable havens for expatriates in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region. The latest cost-of-living survey by Mercer, a renowned authority in the......

Unraveling Gender Disparities: Morocco's Uphill Battle in the Global Gender Gap

In a stark reality unveiled by the World Economic Forum's Global Gender Gap Report, Morocco finds itself entrenched among the bottom echelons, occupying the 137th position out of 146 nations evaluated. This disheartening ranking places the North African nation in the company of countries grappling......