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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......

Fostering Entrepreneurial Excellence: Sweden Hosts Moroccan Innovation Summit

In a landmark event aimed at promoting entrepreneurship and fostering innovation, the Swedish Dialogue Institute for the Middle East and North Africa, in collaboration with the Embassy of Sweden in Rabat and the Swedish Institute (SI), is set to host a prestigious two-day workshop in the Moroccan capital.......

Marhaba 2024: Baleària Unveils Comprehensive Plan for Seamless Strait Crossing

As the Operation Strait Crossing (OSC) approaches, the maritime company Baleària has unveiled an extensive plan to cater to the surge in demand during the "Marhaba 2024" operation. With a focus on providing seamless connectivity between North Africa and the Iberian Peninsula, Baleària......

Forging Robust Partnerships: Leveraging Morocco's Strategic Advantages for U.S. Interests in North Africa

In a commentary published by the Heritage Foundation, Amine Ghoulidi, a Visiting Fellow at the Davis Institute for National Security and Foreign Policy, advocates for the United States to reevaluate its strategic partnerships in North and West Africa. Ghoulidi emphasizes expanding cooperation with Morocco......

The Ukraine War Reignites Old Rifts in North Africa

The impact of the war in Ukraine has reached far beyond Europe's borders, reigniting old tensions in North Africa. Morocco, an unlikely player in the conflict, has found itself at the center of this renewed strife. The kingdom has supplied Soviet-era tanks to Ukraine through a deal facilitated by......

North Africa Takes the Lead in Proposing Pan-African Solutions for Migration Challenges

In a significant step towards addressing the complexities of migration, North African nations are spearheading pan-African dialogue and cooperation. The Regional Ministerial Conference of North Africa, convened in Rabat on Thursday, initiated a crucial discourse under the theme "Pan-Africanism and......

Morocco Leads in Economic Freedom: A Success Story from North Africa

Morocco stands as a beacon of economic freedom in North Africa, as confirmed by the 2024 Index of Economic Freedom published by the Heritage Foundation. This esteemed report, now in its 30th edition, thoroughly assesses the economic freedom of 184 countries worldwide across four key domains: rule of......

Challenges Persist for Morocco's Economic Growth Amidst High Inflation and Unemployment

Morocco's economic outlook remains moderate, but the nation grapples with persistent challenges of inflation and unemployment, hindering its socioeconomic progress, as noted by analysts. According to the Africa Development Bank, GDP growth is expected to increase from an estimated 3% this year to......

Morocco Emerges as Leading Democracy in Region Amidst Regional Challenges

Amidst ongoing conflicts and democratic setbacks across the broader Middle East and North Africa region, Morocco shines as a beacon of relative stability and gradual liberalization, as revealed in the latest annual Democracy Index report. According to the 2023 index released by the Economist Intelligence......