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OPEC Fund lends Morocco $100 Mln for financial inclusion & digital entrepreneurship

The OPEC Fund for International Development has lent Morocco $100 million to enhance financial inclusion, modernize the economy and mitigate the impact of Covid-19 pandemic. The loan, supported by the World Bank, will enable Morocco implement reforms to provide households and firms with affordable, transparent and sustainable financial services. It aims to ensure financial inclusion […]

Egypt’s central bank hires Barclays Bank to advise on sale of stakes in United Bank

The Central Bank of Egypt (CBE) has handpicked Barclays Bank as an international sell-side advisor for the sale of its 99% stake in the state-owned United Bank, Egypt Today reports. Barclays will work alongside local financial advisor, CI Capital, the media also notes. United Bank is one of the 32 state-owned companies the Egyptian government […]

A World Cup like no other for Morocco and Africa

Rabat prepares to celebrate the return of Morocco’s national squad that enchanted millions of Moroccans and billions around the world after a memorable run in Qatar 2022 World Cup. Led by national coach and former Morocco international Walid Regragui, the Atlas Lions ended in fourth place stunning on their way highly ranked European teams such […]