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ECOWAS, Nigeria and Morocco sign MoU for a gas pipeline megaproject
A gas pipeline megaproject Memorandum of Understanding (Mou) has been signed between ECOWAS, Nigeria and the Kingdom of Morocco.
African Association of Automotive Manufacturers to explore Cameroon's opportunities in the automotive industry
German Association of the Automotive Industry (VDA), the AAAM - African Association of Automotive Manufacturers visited automotive stakeholders in Cameroon to explore more opportunities and partnerships.
NNPC Limited signs MoU with Morocco and west African countries for $25 billion gas pipeline
The agreement is set to reinforce European energy security and assist with the sustainable development of West African countries.
Amethis and Edmond de Rothschild Private Equity complete final close of Amethis MENA II on target at EUR 120mn
AMF II is the second fund of the Amethis franchise focused on the MENA region, its fifth fund in total, and targets majority and minority investments ranging from EUR 5-15mn in fast-growing small-to-medium sized enterprises in Morocco, Egypt, Tunisia and Jordan
Le groupe BCP réalise la première émission obligataire sur Blockchain au Maroc
Le groupe BCP lance, avec l’accompagnement de l’AMMC et la participation de Maroclear, une opération d’émission d’obligations basée sur la technologie Blockchain.
[Maroc] Le programme financé par l’AFD et l’EU compte deux nouvelles régies : La RADEEJ et la RADEET
les conventions s’inscrivent dans le cadre d’un programme en charge de la gestion des services d’eau et d’assainissement, ayant vocation à soutenir leurs programmes d’investissement au service des usagers et le renforcement de leur expertise.
L'Agence française de développement vient de valider le financement de la nouvelle phase du projet Salam
Une première pour la nouvelle phase du projet « Salam », au bénéfice des sociétés civiles de la rive Sud Méditerranéenne
Radisson Hotel Group expands its Moroccan portfolio with a new resort in the “Blue Pearl” region
Radisson Hotel Group announced the opening of its fifth hotel in Morocco, and its second Radisson Blu Resort in Saidia.
[Column] Danial Mausoof: Digital inclusion through low-cost rural connectivity in North Africa
With 60% of the African population residing in rural areas, there is an enormous opportunity to connect people in rural communities and villages. In Morocco, a third of the population lives in rural areas.
L’AMMC lance son portail Fintech
L’Autorité Marocaine du Marché des Capitaux met en ligne sur son site internet un portail dédié à la « FinTech » . Ce portail a été conçu pour accompagner les acteurs du secteur dans leurs projets et favoriser le développement des nouvelles technologies qui contribuent à la transformation du secteur financier.
La startup marocaine “Guichet” s’installe au Sénégal
La startup marocaine ”Guichet” spécialiste de la billetterie en ligne souhaite accompagner et tirer profit du dynamisme de l’économie de la culture et du divertissement à Dakar.
EBRD invests €19.2m in first green infrastructure bond in Morocco
The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) is investing €19.2 million in a certified green bond issue of €95 million by the Office National des Chemins de Fer du Maroc (ONCF).
MCC Leads Delegation at U.S.-Africa Business Summit, Deepens Partnership with Morocco
The Millennium Challenge Corporation’s (MCC) participated in t the 14th U.S.-Africa Business Summit — an event to catalyze increased two-way trade and investment as well as strengthen partnerships with governments, multilateral organizations, and private sector partners across the African continent.
Exim Bank Delegation Participates in U.S.-Africa Business Summit; Champions Prosper Africa Initiative
Delegation of U.S. government officials that included representatives from the Export-Import Bank of the United States (EXIM) concluded a successful visit to the U.S.-Africa Business Summit.
USTDA Supports Morocco’s First Smart Grid Deployment
U.S. Trade and Development Agency awarded a grant to Régie Autonome de Distribution d’Eau et d’Electricité de Marrakech (RADEEMA), Marrakech’s electricity and water utility, for a feasibility study to transform the power distribution infrastructure in Marrakech into a smart grid.
USTDA soutient le premier déploiement d'un réseau intelligent au Maroc
USTDA a accordé une subvention à la Régie autonome de distribution d'eau et d'électricité de Marrakech (RADEEMA), pour une étude de faisabilité visant à transformer l'infrastructure de distribution d'électricité de Marrakech en un réseau intelligent.
FSD Africa and CDG Capital support Africa’s first corporate clean mobility green bond
Africa’s first corporate clean mobility bond has been launched by Morocco’s national railway operator (ONCF). FSD Africa provided technical assistance for the green certification process of this bond.
GCF approuve un investissement de 145 millions USD de la FMO dans le CI2 du Climate Fund Manager.
Le Fonds vert pour le climat (GCF) a approuvé la proposition de FMO et de Climate Fund Managers (CFM), d'un montant de 145 millions USD, visant à accélérer les investissements du secteur privé dans des projets d'eau, d'assainissement et d'océan à faibles émissions et résilients au changement climatique, intitulée Climate Investor 2 (CI2).
GCF approves USD 145 million FMO investment in Climate Fund Manager’s Climate Investor 2 (CI2)
Green Climate Fund (GCF) has approved the joint FMO – Climate Fund Managers (CFM) USD 145mln proposal to accelerate private sector investments in low-emission and climate-resilient water, sanitation and ocean projects, entitled Climate Investor 2 (‘CI2’).
Africa50 pour aider à combler le déficit de financement des infrastructures en Afrique.
L’assemblée générale des actionnaires appelle à des investissements mondiaux dans les infrastructures africaines
MIGA soutient l'ouverture par UM6P d'un campus universitaire de pointe au Maroc
L'Agence multilatérale de garantie des investissements a émis une garantie en faveur du Crédit Agricole Corporate and Investment Bank of France et de BNP Paribas of France d'un montant de 570 millions d'euros pour couvrir des prêts au groupe OCP.
IFC et al Amana Microfinance s’associent pour soutenir les femmes entrepreneures au Maroc
IFC et al Amana Microfinance, leader du secteur de la microfinance au Maroc, poursuivent leur partenariat de longue date avec un nouveau programme pour améliorer l'accès au financement pour les microentreprises dans le pays, en particulier celles dirigées par des femmes, soutenir l'activité économique, la création d'emplois, et la relance post-COVID-19.
AXA Assurance Maroc lance son produit Sehassur
AXA Maroc lance la 1ère assurance maladie individuelle complémentaire à l’AMO
[Colonne] M. Sadiki: La rareté des eaux d'irrigation, principal défi du secteur agricole
La rareté des eaux d'irrigation constitue le principal défi auquel est confronté le secteur agricole durant la campagne actuelle, a indiqué le ministre de l'Agriculture, de la Pêche maritime, du Développement rural et des Eaux et Forêts, Mohammed Sadiki.
Baker McKenzie welcomes new partners including in MENA
Leading global law firm Baker McKenzie has welcomed 116 new partners to the Firm in the year to 30 June 2022, an increase of 22% from the previous year, demonstrating clear and growing confidence in the continued success of the Firm.
300 milliards€ d'investissements par Global Gateway, la nouvelle stratégie de connectivité de l'UE
Sous le drapeau de l'ONU, le CCI a participé aux Journées européennes du développement 2022, qui, cette année, étaient axées sur la nouvelle stratégie de connectivité de l'Union européenne, Global Gateway.
€300 billion of investments by Global Gateway, the EU’s new connectivity strategy
Under the UN flag, ITC participated at the European Development Days 2022, which this year focused on the European Union’s new connectivity strategy, the Global Gateway.
Atlan Space met ses drones intelligents autonomes au service du développement en Afrique
Atlan Space est spécialisée dans le développement de drones autonomes grâce à l’Intelligence artificielle, lancée pour aider les États africains à se doter à moindres coûts d’équipement de surveillance pour combattre les crimes environnementaux, notamment la pêche illégale.
FMO soutient les jeunes entreprises technologiques en Afrique
FMO annonce son soutien au programme AfricArise, qui vise à accélérer la création de nouvelles entreprises technologiques au Ghana, au Maroc et en Tanzanie.
FMO to support tech startups in Africa
FMO announces its support for the AfricArise program to help accelerate tech startups in Ghana, Morocco and Tanzania
Sound Energy appoints Morocco's Attijariwafa Bank for debt financing of Tendrara Production Concession
Sound Energy announced it has entered into an Arrangement and Mandate letter with Attijariwafa bank of Morocco, in relation to the arrangement of debt financing in relation to the development of Sound Energy's Tendrara Production Concession.
Africa50, AfDB and African Sovereign Investors Forum to jointly mobilize capital for infrastructure projects
The African Development Bank, Africa50, and Africa Sovereign Investors Forum (ASIF), have signed a letter of intent to collaborate on developing green and climate resilient infrastructure projects across Africa.
My ANOC une nouvelle Marketplace de vente et d’achat d’ovins et de caprins au Maroc
A l’approche de l’Aïd al-Adha (fête du sacrifice), le Maroc lance une nouvelle plateforme de e-commerce entièrement dédiée à la vente et à l’achat des ovins et caprins. A l’initiative de l’association nationale ovine et caprine (ANOC), « My ANOC » a été lancée officiellement ce mercredi 22 juin 2022.
Chariot awards contract for development of Anchois gas project in Morocco
Chariot, the African focused transitional energy company, announced it has signed a front-end engineering and design (FEED) agreement with Schlumberger and Subsea 7, as part of a consortium, for the Anchois gas development project in Morocco.
Forafric injectera près de 100 millions $ dans l’extension de sa capacité de mouture de blé
Le minotier Forafric, filiale du groupe industriel Forafric Global Plc, a annoncé qu’il vient de recourir aux services du leader turc des équipements de meunerie, Alapala, afin d’augmenter sa capacité de traitement de blé tendre et de blé dur
AfricArena partners with FMO to accelerate tech startups in Ghana, Morocco and Tanzania
AfricArena, the African series of tech events, announced a partnership with FMO Ventures Program, the Rise Open Innovation Challenge, which focuses on accelerating the growth of startups looking to improve the state of Africa.
BCG Digital Ventures launches new innovation centers in India and Morocco
BCG Digital Ventures (BCGDV), the corporate innovation and business-building arm of Boston Consulting Group (BCG), is opening innovation centers in New Delhi, Mumbai and Casablanca, Morocco.
Orange Maroc investit pour renforcement de ses infrastructures
Orange Maroc s’engage à investir 5,69 milliards de dirhams pour renforcer ses infrastructures télécoms
La DGSN remporte l’«African Excellence Award E-government»
La Direction Générale de la Sûreté Nationale (DGSN) a remporté, le Prix « African Excellence Award E-government », lors de la cérémonie de remise de trophées « APIDE AWARDS ».
[Morocco] DGSN receives African Excellence E-government Award
DGSN has won the "African Excellence E-Government Award", in recognition of the advanced level of services provided by the new generation of the national electronic identity document.
Oland Group inaugure quatre nouvelles lignes de production de fromage fondu à Casablanca
L’industriel marocain spécialisé dans l’agroalimentaire, Oland Group, a inauguré quatre nouvelles lignes dédiées à la production de fromage fondu, dans le cadre d’une convention étatique pour la promotion du made in Morocco.
L’assureur marocain AFMA étend ses activités en Côte d’Ivoire
Après l’acquisition d’une part majoritaire au capital du courtier ivoirien en assurance ACR, le marocain AFMA s’installe dans ce pays ouest-africain, et y implante une nouvelle structure. Dénommée ACR AFMA, elle évoluera dans le marché ivoirien du courtage en assurance.
Hotpack grows its foothold in Morocco
Hotpack Global announced a regional expansion in Morocco, joining hands with the retail leader of the African nation, Retail Holding through its investment arm, Best Financiers.
[Maroc] AfDB 57 millions d’euros de financement pour la réalisation du complexe portuaire Nador West Med
Le Conseil d’administration du Groupe de la Banque africaine de développement a approuvé un financement additionnel de 57 millions d’euros en faveur du Maroc pour contribuer au financement de la construction du complexe portuaire de Nador West Med.
Le Tchad et le Niger bénéficieront de l’expertise du Maroc dans la protection des données personnelles
La semaine dernière, la Commission nationale de contrôle de la protection des données à caractère personnel (CNDP) du Maroc a accepté de partager son expertise avec ses consoeurs du Tchad et du Niger.
Chariot annonce avoir mobilisé 25,5 millions $ pour le gaz d’Anchois
Chariot Oil and Gas, a annoncé qu’elle vient de mobiliser une somme de 25,5 millions de dollars par le biais d’une émission d’actions de 113,3 millions d’actions au prix de 18 pence chacune.
Skaleet and Mobiblanc announce partnership for a cutting-edge technology to serve banks across Africa
Skaleet has partnered with Mobiblanc to offer turnkey solutions to financial institutions across Africa.
Africa Hospitality Investment Forum (AHIF) returns to Morocco
The Africa Hospitality Investment Forum (AHIF) will return as an in-person event in 2022, taking place on 2 – 4 November, at the luxurious Fairmont Taghazout Bay.
Transnational Africa Green Hydrogen alliance launched
Six African countries have joined forces to launch the Africa Green Hydrogen Alliance to collectively scale-up investment and development across the continent’s burgeoning green hydrogen landscape.
Oracle Opens New Research and Development Lab in Morocco
Oracle has announced plans to establish a new branch of Oracle Labs, Oracle's advanced research arm, at Casanearshore Park in Casablanca Morocco.
Autochek acquires Morocco’s KIFAL Auto to drive North Africa expansion
Autochek, the automotive technology company making car ownership more accessible and affordable across Africa, has announced the acquisition of KIFAL Auto, Morocco’s leading automotive technology startup, to drive its expansion into North Africa.
Le groupe Attijariwafa bank s’installe au Tchad
Le groupe Attijariwafa bank consolide sa présence dans la zone CEMAC (Communauté Economique et Monétaire de l’Afrique Centrale) et crée une nouvelle filiale au Tchad dénommée Attijari bank Tchad.
Is Africa ready for green growth? AfDB assesses some countries
A new report co-authored by the African Development Bank and the Global Green Growth Institute, has found evidence of growing political commitment to green growth in Africa.
EBRD, ANP partner to promote climate resilience of Moroccan port sector
The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) is enhancing the climate resilience of ports along Morocco’s Atlantic coastline by providing a €40 million loan to Agence Nationale des Ports (ANP).
EBRD, BOA join forces to develop green sustainable finance framework in Morocco
The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) and Bank of Africa (BOA) signed a technical cooperation agreement to develop a green sustainable finance framework to support Morocco’s financial system.
[Morocco] Atos And Inwi support Umnia Bank in transformation of its information system
Atos and inwi announced that they are supporting Umnia Bank, Morocco’s participatory bank, as part of the outsourcing programme for its information system, a key step in the development of its IT infrastructure.
Le Maroc se dote d’une nouvelle plateforme dédiée à l’apprentissage numérique
Academia Raqmya, plateforme nationale e-learning est une initiative de l’ADD. Elle vise à renforcer les compétences du capital humain en matière de savoir et connaissances dans les différents métiers du digital, et à promouvoir l’apprentissage via les outils technologiques. innovants.
[MAROC] Renault en tête sur marché de l'automobile
Sur un marché marocain de l’automobile qui continue d’être impacté par des défis d’approvisionnement en certaines pièces, le groupe français Renault continue de dominer.
World Bank approves $400m program to support Morocco’s social protection response and reform
The World Bank approved a $400 million program to support Morocco’ social protection system, as part of the kingdom’s sweeping reforms to strengthen its social safety nets.
EBRD, EU and partners support green investments in Morocco
The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) and the European Union (EU) are supporting green investments by the private sector to strengthen Morocco’s economic recovery.
IFC, AMMC join forces to increase availability of sustainable finance in Morocco
IFC signed an agreement with the Moroccan Capital Market Authority (AMMC) that will help companies enhance their reporting on environmental, social, and governance (ESG) practices, paving the way for more green investments.
[Morocco] IFC, Marrakech-Safi join forces to boost region’s investment potential
IFC is expanding the scope of its support to subnational entities in Morocco through a new partnership with the Wilaya of the Region of Marrakech-Safi and the Regional Investment Center, to attract more investment and improve the business environment.
EBRD, Crédit Agricole du Maroc partner to boost trade in Morocco
The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) is boosting trade in Morocco with a $20 million trade finance limit to Crédit Agricole du Maroc, a leading local bank.
[Morocco] MFS Africa partners with inwi Money to deepen international money transfers
MFS Africa has announced a partnership with Moroccan mobile money provider inwi money, bringing smooth and affordable international digital money transfers and payments to Morocco.
EBRD supports infrastructure services in Morocco
The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) is supporting the delivery of vital infrastructure services in Morocco with a €300 million financing package to state-owned utility and transport companies.
EIB, al Amana Microfinance partner to support micro-enterprises in Morocco
The European Investment Bank (EIB), and al Amana Microfinance announced the signature of a €3 million finance contract supporting access to financing and the development of Moroccan micro-enterprises.
EIB releases €100m in emergency funding to help Morocco combat COVID-19
The Moroccan Minister of Economy, Finance and Administration Reform and the Vice-President of the EIB announced the release of €100 million to finance the Kingdom of Morocco’s most urgent requirements as it deals with the COVID-19 pandemic.
Mediterrania Capital Partners exits Morocco's Cash Plus
Mediterrania Capital Partners announced the sale of its remaining stake in Cash Plus, the largest independent money transfer company in Morocco.
Mauritius and Morocco join African Development Bank's Bloomberg bond index
The African Development Bank announced the addition of Mauritius and Morocco to its Bloomberg African Bond Indices (ABABI), marking a steady progress in the Bank’s efforts to deepen the continent’s local currency bond market.
DFC announces initiatives to expand U.S. investment and development in Morocco
The U.S. International Development Finance Corporation (DFC) Chief Executive Officer and Prosper Africa Executive Chairman Adam Boehler announced a series of efforts to expand U.S. investment in Morocco.
EBRD, GCF boost green economy and value chains in Morocco
The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD), supported by the Green Climate Fund (GCF), is promoting the competitiveness of small businesses and investments in the green economy in Morocco.
IFC signs $30m financing agreement to improve Morocco's infrastructure
IFC signed $30 million financing agreement to support Morocco’s Fes-Meknès region expand and upgrade its rural road network, reducing regional inequalities and helping people in remote communities access jobs and social services.
Helios partners with BIM to invest in BIM’s Moroccan business
Helios Investment Partners, Africa-focused private investment firm, announced a partnership with BİM BİRLEŞİK MAĞAZALAR (BIM), discount grocery retailer in Turkey listed on the Borsa İstanbul, to invest in BIM’s Moroccan business.
[Nigeria Business Week] Andrea Ayemoba: An economic overview for Q1
As we have seen over time, when one sectors hits a low point, another is seen hitting high notes. Such is the situation as we’ve seen it lately.
Juniper Biologics signs exclusive license agreement with Helsinn for infigratinib for the emerging markets
Juniper Biologics Pte Ltd, announced the signing of an exclusive license agreement to develop and commercialise infigratinib (INN) in the Middle East and Africa for the treatment of adults.
Nigeria, Morocco working to secure funding for gas pipeline project
Nigeria and Morocco are still securing funding for a huge pipeline project that aims to carry Nigeria's gas to North Africa and onto European markets, the country's petroleum minister said on Monday.
Adenia and Proparco acquire Overseas Catering Services
Adenia Partners has partnered with Proparco, the private sector financing arm of Agence Française de Développement Group (AFD Group), to buy Overseas Catering Services a leading corporate catering and related services provider in Africa and the Middle East.
Mauritanie et la CPN s'associent à Energy, Capital & Power pour une stratégie de promotion unifiée
La plateforme d'investissement la plus importante d'Afrique, ECP, a créé une coalition avec le ministère de l'énergie de Mauritanie et la CPN afin d'attirer l'intérêt des parties prenantes étrangères pour de nouveaux projets d'énergies renouvelables et 28 nouveaux blocs offshore fraîchement libérés
[MAROC]: KFC noue un partenariat avec le boulanger mexicain Bimbo
La filiale locale de la chaîne américaine de restauration rapide Kentucky Fried Chicken (KFC) a signé un accord de partenariat avec le groupe mexicain Bimbo, premier boulanger mondial.
Worley obtient un contrat pour fournir des services d'ingénierie pour le projet de gazoduc Nigeria-Maroc.
Worley s'est vu attribuer un contrat pour fournir des services d'ingénierie d'avant-projet détaillé (FEED Phase II) pour le projet de gazoduc Nigeria-Morocco (NMGP). L'étude d'ingénierie progresse conformément à la planification initiale du projet.
Worley awarded contract to provide FEED services for Nigeria-Morocco Gas Pipeline project
Worley has been awarded a contract to provide main front-end engineering design (FEED Phase II) services for the Nigeria-Morocco Gas Pipeline (NMGP) project. The engineering study is progressing in accordance with the initial project planning.
[Morocco] Prime Minister estimates 1.5% GDP growth in 2022
Morocco’s GDP growth is seen averaging between 1.5% and 1.7% in 2022, down from the 3.2% that was predicted in the budget law.
succès sur toute la ligne en Afrique et acteur de la transformation digitale
Infobip leader en matière de solutions de communication via le cloud, est devenu en quelques années seulement, un acteur innovant et actif de l’inclusion numérique en Afrique francophone via 4 filiales au Maroc, Sénégal, Cote d’ivoire et RDC.
Thales launches sixth Cyber Security Operations Center in Morocco
Thales announced the opening of a new Cyber Security Operations Center (SOC) in Morocco, the sixth in its international network, to provide real-time protection against cyber-attacks in the country and across the African continent.
UPS partners Africa’s Jumia on e-Commerce distribution network
The partnership gives UPS a stronger presence across Africa starting in Kenya, Morocco, and Nigeria at a time when online retail is surging and expected to continue.
La Banque africaine de développement appuie le Maroc pour renforcer sa résilience climatique
Plus d’un milliard de dollars seront mobilisés pour appuyer les secteurs de l’eau, de l’agriculture, de l’inclusion sociale, du développement humain et des infrastructures au Maroc
La Banque Mondiale soutient l'agriculture résiliente et durable au Maroc
Le Conseil des administrateurs de la Banque Mondiale a approuvé un prêt IPF (Financement de Projets d'Investissement) de 180 millions de dollars US pour soutenir une agriculture résiliente et durable au Maroc.
World Bank supports resilient and sustainable agriculture in Morocco
The World Bank Board of Executive Directors approved a US$180 million IPF (Investment Project Financing) loan to support resilient and sustainable agriculture in Morocco.
Orange inaugure au Maroc avec le 10ème Orange Digital Center en Afrique et au Moyen-Orient
Orange Maroc et la Coopération Allemande ont inauguré aujourd’hui à Rabat le premier « Orange Digital Center » (ODC) du Maroc, un écosystème entièrement dédié au développement des compétences numériques et à l’innovation.
Orange inaugurates in Morocco with 10th Orange Digital Center in Africa and the Middle East
To support the development of new technologies in the Kingdom and make digital more accessible to all, Orange Maroc and the German Cooperation has inaugurated in Rabat, the first “Orange Digital Center” (ODC) in Morocco.
Pan-African biopharmaceutical platform KELIX bio to acquire Morocco-based Pharmaceutical Institute
The acquisition, which will be financed through up to a $200 million second round of funding into KELIX bio led by DPI and CDC/BII, is subject to regulatory approvals in Morocco. It is expected to close in the first quarter of 2022.
Chariot formally awarded Rissana Licence offshore Morocco
Africa focused transitional energy company Chariot, announced it has been formally awarded the Rissana Offshore Licence (Rissana) in Morocco.
Mastercard and CIH mark launch of CIH Pay in Morocco
Mastercard and CIH Bank have hosted a gala evening to mark the launch of the innovative new mobile payment solution in Morocco.
[Morocco] Mastercard partners with CIH Bank to launch mobile payment solution
Through CIH Pay, more than 1.7 million cardholders can now seamlessly digitize their bank cards to pay for purchases through their smartphones.
EBRD supports reform of state-owned enterprises in Morocco
The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) is supporting Morocco’s reform agenda for state-owned enterprises (SOEs) through technical assistance aimed at developing and implementing a state ownership policy.
Fitch Ratings completes peer review of five major Moroccan banks
Fitch Ratings recently completed a peer review of the Moroccan banks under its coverage, accounting for approximately 77% of Morocco's banking system assets.
Nigeria’s internet speed ranks 16th in Africa, Airtel emerges fastest operator
Nigeria’s Internet speed has been ranked 16th of the 46 countries examined on the continent, with Morocco, South Africa and Tunisia having the fastest mobile download speeds in Africa.
Sound Energy issues notice to proceed with Phase 1 development of Tendrara Concession onshore Morocco
Sound Energy, the energy transition company, announced the issue to Italfluid Geoenergy, of Notice to Proceed in respect of the project contract for the Tendrara Concession mLNG Facilities Onshore Morocco, between the Group and the Contractor.
EBRD, partners provide €25m to Crédit du Maroc to boost Morocco’s green transition
The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD), with support from the Green Climate Fund (GCF), and the European Union, is providing a financial package of up to €25 million to Crédit du Maroc to boost Morocco’s green transition.
EBRD provides €12m loan to support competitiveness in Morocco’s automotive sector
The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) is strengthening the competitiveness of the private manufacturing and service sector in Morocco, with a €12 million loan to Morocco Mobility and Automotive Centre (ATC).
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[Column] Anthony Mwangi: Why Kenya’s inflation adjustment should not be implemented
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[Column] Khethiwe Nkuna: Why investing in women is a smart economic policy
Gender diversity has been shown to lead to higher levels of success over time for companies that make a strong and meaningful commitment to it ...read full column here
[Column] Batya Blankers: How an income share agreement can improve access to quality education for Sub-Saharan Africa
Currently, only 9% of African youth have access to tertiary education, and 54% of African employers state that job seekers lack the skills that match industry needs ...read full column here
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[Startup Interview] Tesh Mbaabu, CEO, MarketForce, Kenya
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[interview] Nixon Kanali, Founder, TechTrendsKE, Kenya
Nixon Kanali is a Kenyan-based tech journalist, blogger and digital influencer … read full interview here
[Interview] Dr. Mohamed El Sahili, CEO, Medland Hospital, Zambia
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