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Alleviating Inflation's Strain: Wage Increases Offer Partial Respite

As the Kingdom contends with inflation spurred by an energy crisis compounded by the Russia-Ukraine conflict, which has markedly affected raw material prices in Morocco, the steady uptick in prices has not been met with a corresponding uptrend in wages, leading to a decline in household purchasing power.......

Harnessing the Potential: AI in Higher Education from a Moroccan Lens

In the ever-evolving landscape of higher education, artificial intelligence (AI) has emerged as a transformative force, transcending boundaries and reshaping the essence of learning. A recent study titled "The Impact of Artificial Intelligence on Research and Higher Education in Morocco," conducted......

The Bittersweet Reality: A New Wave of Price Hikes Hits Fruits and Vegetables

In a turn of events that is leaving consumers' wallets lighter, a fresh surge in prices is sweeping across Morocco's fruit and vegetable markets. This latest bout of inflation is a multifaceted phenomenon, driven by a perfect storm of climatic vagaries, the lifting of import duties by Mauritania,......

Reimagining Geostrategy: Exploring Atlantic Africa's New Frontier

For centuries, the Atlantic Ocean has presented challenges to Africans, serving as a conduit for invaders, colonizers, slave traders, and criminal enterprises that exploited its vast expanse. However, a new perspective is emerging, envisioning the Atlantic as a frontier of opportunity, a realm of boundless......

Oracle Heralds a New Era of Cloud Computing in Africa, Sets Sights on Morocco

In a groundbreaking move that promises to reshape the digital landscape of North Africa, Oracle, a global technology titan, has announced its intention to establish two Oracle Cloud regions in Morocco. This strategic decision positions the kingdom as the first country in the region to host a hyperscaler's......

Tunisia's Diplomatic Maneuver Reignites Maghreb Union Tensions

In a move reigniting tensions surrounding the long-stalled Arab Maghreb Union (AMU), Tunisian President Kais Saied has appointed diplomat Tarek Ben Salem as the new Secretary-General of the regional bloc. This appointment, slated to commence in June 2024 for a three-year term, comes amidst ongoing efforts......

Fortifying Morocco's Healthcare Workforce: Medical Education Takes Center Stage in the Social State Project

Morocco's commitment to strengthening its healthcare sector is unmistakably clear, as Prime Minister Aziz Akhannouch recently emphasized that medical education stands as a pivotal priority within the social state project championed by His Majesty King Mohammed VI. This emphasis on bolstering the......

Morocco's Olympic Hopefuls Gear Up: Sektioui Summons 26 Players for Belgium Friendly

As Morocco intensifies its preparations for the upcoming Paris 2024 Olympic Games, national team coach Tarik Sektioui has summoned 26 players to participate in a crucial friendly match against Belgium. Scheduled for June 4th at the Prince Heritier Moulay El Hassan Sports Complex in Rabat at 8:00 PM,......

UM6P and Inwi Collaborate to Advance Innovative Entrepreneurship

In a bid to strengthen the entrepreneurial landscape in Morocco, the Mohammed VI Polytechnic University (UM6P) and telecommunications operator Inwi have forged a cooperation agreement aimed at fostering innovative entrepreneurship and bolstering digital startups. The announcement came during the ongoing......