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UCGL Africa: Efforts to make of African Cities without street Children a world campaign

The Network of Elected Women (REFELA) seeks to make of the campaign “African Cities without Street Children” launched at the 8th Africities Summit held in Marrakesh in November 2018 a world campaign. The issue was brought up during the statutory meetings of the United Cities Local governments, UCLG Africa, held prior to the UCLG World […]

Morocco launches 14th wind Farm to fast-track green energy transition

Morocco has commissioned its 14th national wind Farm in the southern city of Boujdour that is expected to produce 300MW as part of efforts to accelerate the country’s transition into green energy. The National Office of Electricity and Drinking Water (ONEE), Morocco’s utility company, unveiled the project at the same time as it activated the […]

Morocco’s automotive industry exports up 16% in 2021

Morocco’s car industry sales rose 16% to stand at 84 billion dirhams, or $9 billion, contributing largely together with phosphates and agri-food products to a significant rise in exports. Morocco is home to two plants of French carmakers PSA and Renault as well as car part suppliers. Last year’s car exports outperformed pre-pandemic levels posted […]