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Morocco World
16-05-2025
- Business
- Morocco World
Morocco Expands Innovation Hubs with New Technopark in Khemisset
Rabat– The northern Moroccan city of Khemisset has launched its first Technopark, a MAD 15.2 million project designed to support and accelerate young entrepreneurs in the fields of technology and innovation. The official groundbreaking ceremony took place on Thursday in the presence of Abdellatif Ennahli, Governor of the Khemisset Province, and Rachid El Abdi, President of the Rabat-Sale-Kenitra Regional Council. Already present in several Moroccan regions, this technology incubator is designed to boost local innovation, provide tailored support for project holders, and encourage the growth of high-potential startups. The initiative is part of the 2022–2027 Regional Development Program, with construction expected to be completed within ten months. Spread over an area of 2,027 m², the Technopark will house 34 offices for startups, three coworking spaces, a meeting room, and two proximity service areas. Once operational, it will accommodate up to 58 businesses in a collaborative environment designed to foster synergies, networking, and personalized support. The Khemisset Technopark is part of a broader regional strategy to decentralize innovation, as outlined in a framework agreement for the creation of regional tech incubators, along with a specific agreement establishing this first structure in the province. According to Lamia Benabdillah, Director of the Regional Project Implementation Agency (AREP) of Rabat-Sale-Kenitra, the Technopark in Khemisset will serve as a strategic tool to 'guide young entrepreneurs through their development journey,' while reinforcing local talent and promoting the region's key sectors of excellence. This project also reflects Morocco's broader vision for skills development and youth economic inclusion. Through various programs and partnerships, Morocco aims to create more opportunities for its youth, with a strong focus on entrepreneurship, technological training, and innovation as key drivers of employment and growth. Tags: entrepreneurTechnoparkTechnopark Morocco
Morocco World
28-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Morocco World
SIEL 2025 Draws 403,000 Visitors With Strong Turnout From Moroccan Writers Abroad
Rabat – The 30th International Publishing and Book Fair (SIEL) closed its doors on Sunday after welcoming more than 403,000 visitors, the Ministry of Youth, Culture, and Communication announced. The turnout marks a 26% rise compared to last year, reflecting the fair's growing influence on Morocco's cultural calendar. Bringing together 756 exhibitors from 51 countries, SIEL offered readers access to nearly 100,000 titles, spanning literature, science, philosophy, and thought from across the world. This year, special attention turned to Moroccan writers living abroad, whose strong presence reflects the rising global popularity of Moroccan literature. This year's edition also honored the Emirate of Sharjah as guest of honor. The fair came to life through the efforts of the Ministry of Youth with support from the Rabat-Sale-Kenitra Regional Council and the local authorities. SIEL 2025 has further solidified Rabat's place as an important cultural capital. The city drew visitors and authors alike into conversations that crossed borders and generations, anchoring its role on the national and international stage. The fair also stood out as a true crossroads of cultures and ideas. It hosted a wide range of panels and debates discussing a great number of issues, ranging from human rights to new literary tendencies. The National Human Rights Council (CNDH) made a particularly strong appearance, engaging visitors in conversations around freedom of expression and cultural rights. Meanwhile, a dedicated space for children offered workshops and storytelling sessions, nurturing a love for books and imagination from an early age. Throughout the week, SIEL brought together voices from different horizons, turning Rabat into a lively meeting ground for readers, writers, and thinkers from across the globe. As the doors close on this year's edition with a bittersweet farewell, the anticipation for what's to come already begins to brew. Readers, writers, and culture vultures alike now turn their eyes to next year's festival, speculating about how SIEL will grow and thrill next. Until then, this year's fair's energy is certain to linger. Tags: Book fairMorocco SIELSIELSIEL 2025
