Keywords: UNESCO


Morocco's Pioneering Strides in Artificial Intelligence Spotlighted at the AU Peace and Security Council

Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. Morocco's unwavering commitment to advancing artificial intelligence (AI) took center stage on Thursday as the Moroccan delegation presented before the African Union's (AU) Peace and Security Council (PSC). The public session, themed "Envisioning the Future: Artificial......

Unlocking Africa's Digital Prowess: The Clarion Call for AI Infrastructure Investment

In a resounding call to action at the High-Level Forum on Artificial Intelligence held in Morocco until Wednesday, Jamal Eddine Naji, Director of the Intergovernmental Information Society Programmes at UNESCO, underscored the pressing need for Africa to invest in the development of a robust digital infrastructure,......

Venice Implements Stringent Measures to Mitigate Overtourism's Impact

Venice has taken decisive steps to safeguard the integrity of its historic canals and alleviate the strain of overtourism by implementing new regulations. These measures include a ban on loudspeakers and a cap on tour group sizes, limiting them to a maximum of 25 people. Officials assert that these actions......

AI Frontier: Morocco's UM6P Poised to Host Pivotal Forum on Artificial Intelligence's Transformative Potential in Africa

In a trailblazing move, Mohammed VI Polytechnic University (UM6P) is preparing to host a high-level forum that promises to chart the course for Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Africa. From June 3 to 5, the prestigious Ai Movement research center, located within the UM6P campus in Sale, will become the......

Morocco and France Forge Ahead with Robust Cultural Collaboration

In a significant move to strengthen their cultural ties, Morocco and France have reaffirmed their commitment to bolstering cooperation in the realms of culture and creative industries. This determination was expressed on the sidelines of the prestigious African Cultural Week organized by UNESCO in Paris. The......

Championing Sustainability: Princess Lalla Hasnaa Spearheads Environmental Initiatives

In a pivotal meeting of the Mohammed VI Foundation for Environmental Protection, Princess Lalla Hasnaa, the esteemed President, unveiled a comprehensive roadmap for fostering a sustainable future. Her impassioned address, delivered with eloquence and unwavering determination, outlined the Foundation's......

Morocco Defends its Iconic Fassi Caftan Against Algerian Cultural Appropriation

The Moroccan government has taken decisive action to safeguard the country's revered Fassi Caftan from being misappropriated by Algeria. In a bold move, the Ministry of Culture has filed an official complaint with UNESCO, urging the international organization to intervene and prevent the exploitation......

Morocco Emerges as a Driving Force for Ethical Artificial Intelligence

In a remarkable stride towards embracing a responsible and inclusive approach to artificial intelligence (AI), Morocco unveiled a pivotal report during a high-level national conference in Rabat on May 17th. This major event, chaired by Ms. Ghita Mezzour, Minister Delegate to the Head of Government in......

Curtains Rise on the 29th International Book and Publishing Fair in Rabat

Rabat kicked off the 29th edition of the International Book and Publishing Fair (SIEL-2024) today, marking the beginning of a ten-day celebration of literature, culture, and intellectual exchange. This prestigious event, organized by the Ministry of Youth, Culture, and Communication in collaboration......