Morocco Launches Electric Vehicle Battery Training with Renowned Inventor

Morocco’s Institute for Transport and Logistics Training (IFTL) has partnered with globally acclaimed researcher Professor Rachid Yazami to develop a specialized electric vehicle battery maintenance program, marking a significant advancement in the country’s green transportation initiatives.

The agreement, signed Monday in Nouaceur, establishes a bachelor-level vocational certificate in Electric Vehicle Battery Maintenance designed to create a pool of highly qualified technicians capable of performing advanced diagnostics, maintenance, and safety management of lithium batteries.

Professor Yazami, inventor of the graphite anode used in lithium-ion batteries and recipient of the prestigious Draper Prize from the US National Academy of Engineering, will personally oversee the program’s development.
“This partnership addresses the growing electrification of transportation and the need for high-level local expertise to support the energy transition,” said an IFTL spokesperson at the ceremony.

Set to begin in October 2025, the bilingual program will be taught in both French and English by national and international experts. The curriculum emphasizes hands-on learning through corporate internships and practical case studies, with language reinforcement built in to prepare graduates for international work environments.

IFTL operates as a public institution under the management of the Federation of Transport and Logistics and the supervision of Morocco’s Ministry of Economic Inclusion, Small Business, Employment, and Skills. It was established as part of the “Compact II” program between Morocco and the US government through the Millennium Challenge Corporation to enhance human capital quality in Morocco.

The initiative aligns with Morocco’s broader vision to upgrade its transportation system and increase green energy usage while contributing to global climate change efforts. It comes as the North African country prepares to host two major sporting events: the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations and the 2030 FIFA World Cup, which Morocco will co-host with Spain and Portugal.