French politician of Moroccan origin, Lamia Al-Araj, was elected on March 29, 2026, as the first deputy mayor of Paris during the inauguration session of the new municipal council. This move reflects the growing presence of talents of Moroccan descent in the decision-making circles of the French capital. This appointment is seen as the culmination......
GITEX Future Health Africa 2026 will take place in Casablanca from May 4 to 6, bringing together policymakers, healthcare professionals, technology firms, and investors to examine the future of healthcare systems across Africa. The event is organized by Ministry of Health and Social Protection, the Mohammed VI Foundation for Science and Health,......
Authorities in Marrakech arrested four individuals aged 20 to 40 on Monday in connection with a drug trafficking case involving psychotropic substances. The operation was carried out in coordination with Morocco's General Directorate for Territorial Surveillance (DGST). The police operation, conducted across several neighborhoods, led......
Egypt is positioning itself as a regional hub for artificial intelligence by advancing a strategy built on cross-border collaboration, according to Ayman Hassan, commercial vice president at GITEX, ahead of Ai Everything MEA 2026. Hassan said artificial intelligence cannot scale effectively without coordinated action between governments,......
GITEX Africa Morocco 2026 will return to Marrakech from April 7 to 9, positioning the city as a central meeting point for global technology leaders, policymakers, and startups focused on Africa’s digital transformation. Organized by Digital Development Agency and KAOUN International under the supervision of Morocco’s Ministry......
Shares of major U.S. health insurers surged in premarket trading on Tuesday following the announcement of higher-than-expected payment rates for Medicare Advantage plans in 2027. UnitedHealth led the gains with a 6.9% increase, while CVS Health, Elevance Health, Centene, and Molina Healthcare rose between 3.6% and 6%. Humana posted the largest......
Home sales in the Greater Toronto Area (GTA) rose in March for the first time in six months, signaling renewed interest from buyers drawn by declining prices, according to data from the Toronto Regional Real Estate Board. Seasonally adjusted sales increased by 1.4% month-over-month to 4,546 units, reversing the six-month downward trend. Meanwhile,......
Africa’s customer experience and outsourcing industry is entering a period of rapid transformation as artificial intelligence reshapes how services are delivered and managed. At GITEX Africa 2026 in Marrakech, industry leaders are shifting focus away from traditional call center models toward AI-powered operations that integrate data,......
Africa’s financial technology sector is expanding rapidly, with projected revenues set to rise from $30 billion in 2025 to $65 billion by 2030. The central challenge has shifted from adopting fintech to building reliable systems through cooperation between banks and technology firms. At GITEX Africa 2026 in Marrakech, industry leaders......
Companies in the United Kingdom's services sector experienced a sharp increase in operating costs in March, the largest month-to-month jump since 2021, according to a recent survey. Rising energy and transportation expenses were the primary drivers of the surge, highlighting inflationary pressures linked to the ongoing conflict in Iran. The......
Air India announced on Tuesday that Campbell Wilson has resigned from his role as CEO and Managing Director. His departure comes as the airline continues to face ongoing financial difficulties and increased scrutiny from aviation regulators. The decision follows a tragic accident last year that claimed 260 lives, intensifying public and governmental......
Marrakech will host Morocco Fashion Week 2026 from April 15 to 20, bringing together emerging designers, international labels and digital creators. The event positions Morocco’s fashion industry within global debates on sustainability and social responsibility. Organizers plan more than 50 runway shows alongside virtual experiences,......
Istanbul’s opposition mayor, Ekrem Imamoglu, is facing a new investigation while already standing trial for corruption charges he denies. The latest probe was launched following statements he made during his ongoing court hearings. During a session at Silivri Prison court, where Imamoglu has been held for over a year, he accused prosecutors......
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GITEX Africa: The New Frontiers Of African Innovation
Monday 06 April 2026 - 13:04
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Les Impériales Week 2026: Under the Theme “Daba or Never”
Tuesday 31 March 2026 - 10:03
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Iran under the lens
Tuesday 13 January 2026 - 08:30
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AFCON 2025: Morocco at the heart of African football
Friday 19 December 2025 - 11:16
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Walaw at the Heart of the Mawazine Festival – Rhythms of the World 2025
Saturday 21 June 2025 - 15:48