Morocco

Rabat and Berlin hard at work organising major bilateral business forum

In recent weeks, there has been an intensification of discussions between the foreign ministries and employers' associations of Morocco and Germany to agree on the organisation of the first bilateral economic forum, scheduled for early 2026.

Dislog selects CFG Bank to manage its IPO

The flotation of Moncef Belkhayat's logistics company on the Casablanca stock exchange should take place between now and 2026. A long time in the making, the operation will boost its international activities.

The rising stars of France and Morocco's improved relations

France and Morocco are seeking to build on their recent rapprochement by renewing the personalities who will shape relations between the two countries. The UM6P university in Rabat and France's grandes écoles are providing a breeding ground for this new generation.

Bulgarian royal family tips scales against ambassador appointment

On chilly diplomatic terms with Sofia, Redouane Adghoghi has seen his nomination reversed as the Bulgarian royal family requests that Zakia el-Midaoui remain in her post as Morocco's ambassador to Bulgaria.

MP delegation expected in Paris to talk football World Cup and Africa Cup of Nations

A Moroccan permanent delegation is expected in Paris from 25 to 28 May with a view to preparing for the Africa Cup of Nations in 2025 and the FIFA men's World Cup in 2030.

Uber is back and preparing to launch its home delivery service

The ride-hailing services company has just launched a recruitment campaign to mark its return to the kingdom. At the same time, it is preparing to enter the highly coveted home delivery market with Uber Eats.

Crippled Union for the Mediterranean seeks resources

The only organisation capable of uniting all the countries of the Mediterranean basin is embarking on a vast reform programme by conducting an upward reassessment of its budget.

From Paris to Casablanca, the Moroccan brain gain is underway

Crédit du Maroc, Bank of Africa, Managem... the kingdom's business giants are stepping up their efforts to attract the young Moroccan elite living in France. A new ad hoc structure has been set up to help them with the recruitment.

Engie readies right-hand man for OCP megaproject

Rik de Buyserie, Engie's former Australia manager, has arrived in Casablanca and, although negotiations are in the works that are likely to see him appointed as regional director, he has already taken up the reins of its collaboration with OCP Group.

Invest Hong Kong plans stop in Casablanca

Hong Kong's governmental department in charge of foreign investments set to be in Casablanca in mid-May.

Royal Air Maroc reinforces its fleet before summer

In the coming weeks, a dozen Boeings will join the 50 or so planes operated by the national airline, which has, in particular, been negotiating with Qatar Airways.

The New Guard
Nigeria, Morocco, Tanzania

Every Wednesday, Africa Intelligence spotlights a new generation of movers and shakers in business and politics.

NigeriaHadiza Bala Usman, Tinubu's indispensable confidant

MoroccoMajda Lakhfif, the kingdom's unofficial ambassador to Paris business school

TanzaniaNeema Mduma, cultivating AI just for farmers' needs

New owners bring fresh flavour to Casablanca dining landmark

It's the end of an era for À ma Bretagne, a top-rank eatery where world leaders, celebrities and haute couture giants have long flocked. A team of young investors is taking over.