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The race for the African Development Bank presidency

As the election for the next president of the African Development Bank (AfDB) approaches, set for May 29, 2025, in Abidjan, speculation about the countries supporting the five candidates is intensifying. As of now, the positions of many countries remain unclear, making the race wide open. The five candidates......

Ryad Mezzour: Morocco remains committed to the AfCFTA

Morocco remains steadfast in its support for the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA), reaffirmed by Minister of Industry and Trade, Ryad Mezzour, during the 57th session of the Economic Commission for Africa (ECA) and the Conference of African Ministers of Finance, Planning, and Economic Development......

Morocco's commitment to the African continental free trade area shines at CEA session

During the 57th session of the United Nations Economic Commission for Africa (ECA) and the Conference of African Ministers of Finance, Planning, and Economic Development held in Addis Ababa, Moroccan Minister of Industry and Commerce, Riyad Mezzour, reaffirmed Morocco's unwavering commitment to the......

African School of Governance charts new path for public policy education in Rwanda

A groundbreaking educational institution aimed at transforming public policy across Africa has opened its doors in Kigali, Rwanda. The African School of Governance (ASG) has begun recruiting students for its inaugural 2025-2026 academic year, marking a significant step forward in developing the continent's......

Morocco Expands Student Housing: Private Sector Partnerships Bring 12,000 New University Beds

The Moroccan government has taken significant steps to address student accommodation needs through a series of strategic partnerships with private investors. Higher Education, Scientific Research and Innovation Minister Azzedine El Midaoui announced on Tuesday at the House of Counselors that 18 partnership......

Nador West Med: A Strategic Milestone for Morocco's Economic Future

The Nador West Med port complex, set to become operational by mid-2026, represents a transformative initiative aimed at elevating Morocco's global economic position and fostering regional development in the Oriental area. Anchored in Morocco's National Port Strategy 2030, this ambitious project......

Morocco Targets 1.7 Billion M³ of Desalinated Water by 2030 Amid Water Crisis

Morocco has set an ambitious goal of producing 1.7 billion cubic meters (m³) of desalinated water by 2030 as part of its ongoing efforts to combat the country’s water crisis. This target is central to the updated National Water Plan (PNE), which will guide the country’s water strategy......

ONEE Secures €104.7 Million AfDB Grant to Enhance Water Systems and Digitalization

The funding aims to address Morocco's urban water demands and modernize supply systems in response to climate and population pressures. Morocco’s National Office of Electricity and Drinking Water (ONEE) has secured €104.7 million (MAD 1.15 billion) in funding from the African Development......

Morocco’s External Debt Reaches $69.267 Million in 2023

A recent report from the World Bank Group, International Debt Report 2024, reveals that Morocco's external debt surged to $69.267 million in 2023, a significant increase from $27.3 million in 2010. The report provides an in-depth analysis of the debt’s composition and the conditions of Morocco’s......