Morocco

The New Guard
Namibia, Nigeria, Madagascar

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

NamibiaFanuel Shinedima, young oil sales representative

NigeriaIkechukwu Anoke, health insurance pioneer

MadagascarWilliamson Razafindrano, TIM's new rising star

French Interior Minister Laurent Nuñez to attend Interpol general assembly in Marrakesh

Barring any last-minute changes, French Interior Minister Laurent Nuñez will attend Interpol's 93rd general assembly, which will take place from 24 to 27 November in Marrakesh.

The UN's evolving role in Western Sahara's future

With the prospect of holding a referendum in the region receding, the United Nations mission in the disputed territory is likely to gradually shift towards overseeing the autonomy process.

UM6P eyes Spain for next European branch

The flagship of Moroccan scientific research could soon set up its next European branch in Madrid.

Mohammed VI's future beachside residence takes shape

The construction site, located next to the royal palace in Skhirat, has accelerated this year and is expected to be completed in the coming months. The sovereign will enjoy direct access to the beach.

Luxury French caterer Potel et Chabot sets up shop in Casablanca

The high-end caterer, part of the Accor group, is setting up in Morocco with its subsidiary Potel et Chabot Maroc, notably to launch its business during the upcoming Africa Cup of Nations.

Akhannouch's party tries to paper over the cracks ahead of election

The head of government now faces the difficult challenge of holding the alliance together while preparing for the 2026 general election.

Casablanca Finance City firms head off on West African prospecting tour

A delegation comprising a dozen companies based in the CFC will travel to Benin, Togo and Ghana this month on a prospecting mission.

Karim Zidane finalises his team at Investment Ministry

Appointed in October 2024 to widespread surprise, the minister delegate is gradually bringing on board new faces while continuing to rely on the heavyweights put in place by his predecessor, Mohcine Jazouli.

Rabat's poor reward for its efforts with Sahel juntas on Western Sahara

Although it has become an important partner for the AES military regimes, Morocco has not yet obtained anything concrete in return in terms of recognition of its sovereignty over the disputed territory.

Hyundai Rotem and national railway operator seal deal

After winning a tender in February, the CEO of the South Korean railway equipment construction group went to Rabat at the end of October to officialise the launch of the partnership with the Office National des Chemins de Fer.

Revolut bank signs up former Mastercard executive

The British neobank has hired Yacine Faqir as country manager.

New cultural centre in Paris appoints management

The king's project for the French capital, which had been on hold for a long time, will finally come to fruition, with an inauguration planned in the coming months.