Technology news and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Morocco and UNDP collaborate to promote inclusive digital transformation and responsible AI use across Arab States and Africa, reinforcing Morocco’s leadership in digital governance and sustainable development.
Morocco plans a 500MW renewable-powered sovereign data centre in Dakhla, reinforcing digital sovereignty and regional hub ambitions amid a $1.22 billion digital modernization investment.
Morocco is investing $26 million in Rabat Gaming City, launching training programs and a developer hub to combat youth unemployment and double gaming revenue by 2030. The Morocco Gaming Expo showcased global games and e-sports, highlighting Morocco’s goal to become Africa’s creative gaming hub.
UNDP and Morocco’s Ministry of Digital Transition have signed an agreement to strengthen inclusive digital transformation efforts across the Arab States and Africa, focusing on digital services, responsible AI, and sustainable development. The partnership builds on Morocco’s digital leadership and supports regional SDG-aligned development priorities.
Morocco is strengthening its gaming industry with a developer hub, training programs, and a $26 million Rabat Gaming City. Hosting a major gaming expo, the country aims to empower youth, attract investment, and double gaming revenue by 2030, tackling high youth unemployment through tech-driven career opportunities.
Moroccan ministries and partners signed MOUs to promote ethical AI use, including a strategic data center partnership between the Ministry of Digital Transition and Mohammed VI Polytechnic University. The collaboration focuses on innovation, training, sustainability, and digital sovereignty to strengthen national capacity in data governance.
Morocco’s Deputy Minister emphasized the urgent need to integrate AI into national strategies to protect sovereignty and promote social equity. Speaking at the inaugural National AI Conference, she urged the public sector to adapt and lead AI adoption aligned with Morocco’s Digital 2030 vision, reinforcing the country’s role in shaping Africa’s technological future.
Morocco’s startup funding surged to nearly $95 million in 2024, driven by a few high-value deals and growing interest in TravelTech and FinTech. However, early-stage dominance, limited exits, and a funding gap risk stalling growth. Strategic support in late-stage funding, M&A, and emerging tech is essential to unlock Morocco’s next phase of innovation-led economic expansion.
Vantage Payment Systems and Mastercard have partnered to boost Morocco’s digital payment ecosystem, introducing new Mastercard-branded cards, blockchain tokenization, and digital wallets. The collaboration enhances financial inclusion and aligns Morocco’s fintech scene with international standards amid increasing digital adoption.
Morocco’s telecom regulator has approved joint ventures between Maroc Telecom and Inwi for fiber optic and tower infrastructure sharing. The move aims to boost FTTH coverage and rationalize network deployment while enforcing strict competition safeguards.