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Morocco World
30-07-2025
- Business
- Morocco World
UM6P, Tanger Med Launch AI Program to Transform Industrial Operations
Marrakech – The University Mohammed VI Polytechnique (UM6P) and Tanger Med Group signed a new partnership agreement on Tuesday, launching the 'AI Tanger Med' program. This initiative mobilizes students from the 1337 MED campus to develop artificial intelligence solutions for real industrial challenges faced by companies within the Tanger Med ecosystem. The program operates under the scientific guidance of UM6P's Artificial Intelligence Laboratory to ensure strong academic foundations while addressing practical operational needs. Students work on concrete projects involving automation, data analysis, and cybersecurity – all directly connected to port, logistics, and industrial operations. 'The terrain becomes a classroom and puts innovation at the service of operational excellence,' states the joint press release from both organizations. This approach creates a dual benefit: Tanger Med brings together its partners to formulate operational problems, while students gain an immersive, structured experience connecting their technical skills to industrial realities. The agreement builds upon a successful collaboration that began in 2021 with the establishment of the 1337 MED campus in Martil near Tangier. Today, this campus hosts nearly 400 students trained through a unique model in Morocco based on project learning, mutual assistance, and autonomy. Without traditional lectures or professors, students develop problem-solving skills through collaborative projects. This partnership propels the North African country's digital landscape forward alongside other technological initiatives. Earlier in July, the Ministry of Digital Transition held the first national conference on artificial intelligence under the theme 'An Efficient and Ethical AI Strategy Serving Our Society.' During this conference, Digital Transition Minister Amal El Fallah Seghrouchni declared that 'integrating AI into the national strategic horizon is a prerequisite for sovereignty.' She asserted that AI must be viewed 'not as a subsidiary technical solution, but as a fundamental institutional responsibility.' The government has recently launched several initiatives to position Morocco as a regional leader in AI. On July 22, a protocol agreement between government ministries, the Moroccan Investment and Export Development Agency (AMDIE), and the French group, Onepoint, established a data and AI excellence center in the Casablanca-Settat region. The project plans to recruit 500 Moroccan engineers over four years, strengthening expertise in AI, middleware, and data management. Additionally, the Ministry of Digital Transition signed partnerships with UM6P in early July to advance research in data centers and digital sovereignty as part of the 'Morocco Digital 2030' national strategy.
Yahoo
20-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Oracle opens new R&D centre in Morocco
US tech giant Oracle has launched a new research and development (R&D) centre in Casablanca, Morocco, to advance its cloud and AI technologies. The facility aligns with the company's agreement with the Moroccan Ministry of Digital Transition to enhance R&D capabilities in the country. It was inaugurated by Morocco's Government head, Aziz Akhannouch, and Digital Transition and Administration Reform Minister, Amal El Fallah Seghrouchni. The facility, equipped with advanced tools, leverages Oracle's cloud infrastructure, AI, and machine learning (ML) to create solutions for modern businesses and society, the company said. It spans seven floors, featuring an auditorium, restaurant, two gyms, meeting spaces, and prayer rooms. In a statement, Seghrouchni said: 'Establishing the Oracle R&D centre in Morocco reinforces that Morocco is a key player in digital innovation. 'It can compete with global powers thanks to its local talents, skilled youth, and a rapidly maturing ecosystem. Morocco asserts its technological leadership in support of its own development and that of the continent.' The centre, one of ten global Oracle R&D hubs, will employ 1,000 Moroccan IT professionals. Oracle added that it is engaging with top Moroccan institutions to recruit engineering graduates as interns, with 94% of eligible interns last year securing full-time R&D roles. Oracle executive vice president Craig Stephen said: 'Establishing a new Oracle R&D centre in Morocco reflects our commitment to innovation and inclusion—leveraging the country's growing tech talent and strategic location to build cutting-edge solutions for Africa, the Middle East, and beyond.' Beyond R&D, Oracle plans to establish two public cloud regions in Casablanca and Settat. These regions will provide enterprise cloud services to African organisations, enabling migration of critical workloads to Oracle Cloud Infrastructure while ensuring compliance with local regulations. The cloud regions will support modernisation of applications and innovation in AI, data, and analytics for enterprises, startups, universities, and investors across the region. In March 2025, Oracle committed to a $5bn investment over the next five years to enhance its AI-driven cloud services in the UK. This initiative aims to strengthen Oracle Cloud infrastructure in the UK and support the government's efforts to promote AI innovation and adoption across multiple sectors. "Oracle opens new R&D centre in Morocco" was originally created and published by Verdict, a GlobalData owned brand. The information on this site has been included in good faith for general informational purposes only. It is not intended to amount to advice on which you should rely, and we give no representation, warranty or guarantee, whether express or implied as to its accuracy or completeness. You must obtain professional or specialist advice before taking, or refraining from, any action on the basis of the content on our site. Sign in to access your portfolio
Morocco World
10-06-2025
- Business
- Morocco World
Capgemini, Ministry of Digital Transition Boost Digital Skills Partnership
Doha – Capgemini Morocco welcomed Digital Transition Minister Amal El Fallah Seghrouchni to their Casablanca headquarters today, with the visit centering on implementing the 'Morocco Digital 2030' national strategy. The meeting reinforced the shared vision between the government and Capgemini Morocco. Both parties aim to enhance collaboration for youth employability through digital skills development. Capgemini Morocco, a subsidiary of a global leader, has established itself as a key digital player in Morocco. The company operates in several regions across Morocco and actively promotes professional integration, continuous training, and career transitions to future-oriented jobs. During the visit, Minister El Fallah Seghrouchni met with Badra Hamdaoua, Managing Director of Capgemini Morocco. She also spoke with management members and beneficiaries of training programs. Discussions focused on human capital challenges in a constantly evolving sector and concrete solutions to anticipate labor market changes. 'At the Ministry of Digital Transition, we believe Morocco's digital future depends largely on talent development,' stated El Fallah Seghrouchni. 'Following the enlightened vision of His Majesty King Mohammed VI, may God assist him, we will transform the country into a continental technology hub.' 'What we see here at Capgemini confirms that public-private partnerships accelerate the emergence of skills adapted to future challenges,' she added. Capgemini positions itself as a privileged partner of JobInTech, a digital training and integration program. The Ministry of Digital Transition supports this initiative in partnership with CDG, operated by Maroc Numeric Cluster. The program enables recent graduates or professionals changing careers to quickly acquire skills in promising fields. These include Web development, Cybersecurity, Data, and Artificial Intelligence. Through immersive teaching methods and strong institutional partnerships, these programs lead to genuine employment opportunities. Digital technology as a driver of social transformation Capgemini contributes primarily by recruiting JobInTech talents, co-developing customized training programs, and implementing initiatives with learners that explain the benefits of using AI in business. This commitment also translates into concrete actions promoting diversity. These include supporting women's participation in technology professions and giving visibility to talents from underrepresented territories 'We firmly believe digital technology can be a tremendous driver of social transformation. Alongside the Ministry, we are proud to actively contribute to developing Moroccan human capital in tech,' said Badra Hamdaoua. The meeting initiated discussions about a partnership with Capgemini to promote women's empowerment in IT. This would involve a mentoring program in collaboration with women leaders from the company. The initiative is currently in preparation for a planned launch in March 2026. The discussions identified several areas for enhanced collaboration. These include co-developing educational content, deploying specialized training across different regions of Morocco, and synergizing public and private ecosystems to create more pathways to employment. This meeting reflects a mutual desire to structure a sustainable partnership between public and private sectors. The goal is to make digital technology a lever for inclusion and progress serving all generations of Moroccans.
Morocco World
04-04-2025
- Business
- Morocco World
GITEX Africa 2025: Tech Fair For Key Players in Digital Economy
Morocco is gearing up to host the third edition of GITEX Africa in Marrakech from 14 to 16 April in a mega tech fest that aims to position the country and the biggest continent in the world at the forefront of the global digital shift. The Moroccan Ministry of Digital Transition, in partnership with the Emirati group Kanoun, the main partner for GITEX Africa Morocco, organized a press conference today in Rabat to officially announce the fast-approaching event. GITEX is organised by the Digital Development Agency (ADD) in partnership with KAOUN International and is held under the patronage of King Mohammed VI with the support of the Ministry of Digital Transition and Administrative Reform. Speaking to Morocco World News, Mohamed Drissi Melyani, Director General of the ADD, said that GITEX Africa had 'positioned Morocco and Africa as a global digital hub' in less than two years. The Moroccan Ministry of Digital Transition, in partnership with the Emirati group Kanoun, the main partner for Gitex Africa Morocco The event will bring together startups, investors, governments, and industry experts to discuss digital innovation and development. 'This exhibition is now a platform for building a connected and innovative digital Africa,' said Melyani. According to the organisers, this year's edition will host 1,400 startups, up from 400 in its first edition. Delegates from more than 32 countries and over 600 public institutions are expected to attend. Minister Delegate for Digital Transition and Administrative Reform, Amal El Fallah Seghrouchni, said the event reflects Morocco's growing role in digital transformation. 'We will welcome representatives from Arab countries, African nations and the Moroccan diaspora,' she said. Amal El Fallah Seghrouchni, said the event reflects Morocco's growing role in digital transformation The agenda includes panel discussions, masterclasses, and demonstrations of digital tools aimed at modernising public administration. Trixie LohMirmand, CEO of KAOUN International, said: 'If you examine the global digital economy, you'll find that technology is its principal driver. Digitisation is now omnipresent –AI is in everything.' LohMirmand described the event as 'the largest, most influential platform on the continent for knowledge-sharing, for collaboration, and for reimagining the future.' LohMirmand described the event as 'the largest, most influential platform on the continent for knowledge-sharing, for collaboration, and for reimagining the future.' She added that Morocco's Digital Strategy 2030 sets ambitious targets, including the creation of 240,000 jobs, training for 100,000 youths, and launching 3,000 startups. Visitors at GITEX will have a chance to explore the latest innovations in tech and attend talks where insiders and tycoons will bounce bold ideas off each other to push Africa to a new digital era. The organisers hope GITEX Africa will help drive progress towards these goals by encouraging innovation and investment in the digital sector.
