Keywords: North Africa


Egyptian tech firm 2B launches first store in Morocco, driving North African expansion

Egyptian technology and IT solutions provider 2B has officially inaugurated its first retail store in Casablanca, marking a significant step in its strategy to expand across North Africa. This move follows the company’s successful operations in Egypt, Saudi Arabia, and China, and aims to provide......

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 nears $600 million deal for Embraer KC-390 military aircraft

Morocco is close to securing a $600 million agreement with Brazilian aerospace company Embraer to acquire KC-390 Millennium military transport planes, marking a significant step in modernizing its air force. The deal, expected to include four to five aircraft, signals Morocco's intent to replace......

Moroccan authorities arrest 18-year-old suspected ISIS supporter

Morocco's Central Bureau of Judicial Investigation (BCIJ) has detained an 18-year-old man in the Douar El Amarna area of Settat province, suspected of planning terrorist attacks inspired by ISIS ideology. The arrest, carried out early Sunday, underscores Morocco's ongoing efforts to counter rising......

Nokia to power Medusa submarine cable linking Morocco and Europe

Nokia has announced its contract to supply cutting-edge technology for the Medusa submarine cable, a landmark project aimed at enhancing digital connectivity between Europe and North Africa. The Finnish telecommunications giant will deploy its 1830 GX platform and ICE7 coherent optics, enabling efficient,......

Revolut eyes Morocco for expansion amid fintech growth in North Africa

Europe’s largest digital bank, Revolut, is preparing to enter the Moroccan market, marking a significant step in its expansion across the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region. The British fintech giant has appointed Amine Berrada, former operations director for Uber in Southern and Eastern......

Massad Boulos to visit Morocco and North Africa in key regional tour

Massad Boulos, special advisor to former U.S. President Donald Trump on Arab and Middle Eastern affairs, is preparing for a high-level diplomatic visit to North Africa, with a central stop in Morocco. This initiative is part of a renewed American approach aimed at strengthening ties in the Maghreb and......

Gianni Infantino welcomed by Fouzi Lekjaa in Rabat: "Morocco has become one of the global hubs of Football"

Gianni Infantino, President of FIFA, is back in Morocco, where he was warmly welcomed by Fouzi Lekjaa, the President of the Royal Moroccan Football Federation (FRMF), on Saturday, July 19. Upon his arrival, Infantino took a moment to praise the country's growing influence in the world of football. "I......

EU and Morocco strengthen migration and border cooperation

The European Union and Morocco are advancing discussions to establish a new partnership aimed at enhancing migration management and border control. This initiative is part of the EU’s broader strategy to promote regional stability and address irregular migration effectively. A deepening partnership European......