Morocco's automotive industry shifts gears to prep for electric vehicle era, ET Auto
AdvtAdvtJoin the community of 2M+ industry professionals Subscribe to our newsletter to get latest insights & analysis. The government's success in building an automotive industry nevertheless has made cars the tip of the spear as Morocco works to transform its largely agrarian economy. China's BYD - the world's largest electric vehicle maker - has at least twice announced plans to build factories in the country that have stalled before starting. And the day they decide they need electric vehicles, we will," he said.The government has bankrolled public-private partnerships like a Renault-managed academy to train technicians and managers. Compared to comparable markets, Morocco's political climate and proximity to Europe made it a safe investment, Bachiri said.
Source:The North Africa Journal
May 15, 2024 21:41 UTC
NUSACC Receives Top Export Award from U.S. President
“For over five decades, NUSACC has served as a two-way commercial bridge between American exporters and investors and their counterparts in the Arab world,” said David Hamod, NUSACC’s President & CEO. This is the only platform of its kind in the United States, and it is already making a major difference for U.S. exporters. )At the award ceremony, NUSACC was singled out for its leadership. Congratulations, NUSACC!”The Chamber, established over 50 years ago, is America’s longest serving organization dedicated to strengthening U.S. – Arab commercial relations. NUSACC is the only business entity in the United States that is officially recognized and authorized by the Arab League and the Union of Arab Chambers.
Source:The North Africa Journal
May 15, 2024 21:37 UTC
When and where to watch Almería v FC Barcelona
Barça travel to the bottom-placed club knowing that a win would put them four points clear of Girona in the chase for a Spanish Super Cup berth next season. This page will help you make sure what time that will be in your part of the world, while also listing the TV channels that broadcast LaLiga games in different countries or regions. If you are unable to watch for whatever reason, or if you wish to complement your viewing with second screen info, don’t forget that we have full coverage of the game, including the build-up live from the stadium and post-match reactions in our Match Center right here on the official website. Social networksAnd let's not forget the complete coverage available on our official social networks:English: @fcbarcelona & www.fcbarcelona.comCatalan: @fcbarcelona_cat & www.fcbarcelona.catSpanish: @fcbarcelona_es & www.fcbarcelona.esFrench: @fcbarcelona_fra & www.fcbarcelona.frPortuguese: @fcbarcelona_brArabic: @fcbarcelona_araTurkish: @fcbarcelona_trChinese: fcbarcelona.cnJapanese: @fcbarcelona_jp & www.fcbarcelona.jpIndonesian: @fcbarcelona_idWe provide a list of the broadcasters that hold the rights to show the games in different countries or regions, but please note that although we list them here, we CANNOT guarantee that they will actually show the game. That does not depend on us, and you should check their own websites for details.
Source:The North Africa Journal
May 15, 2024 19:01 UTC
Westcon-Comstor APPOINTS EVP for Middle East & Africa
Westcon-Comstor, a global technology provider and specialized distributor, announced today the promotion of Rakesh Parbhoo to the newly created role of Executive Vice President- EVP of its Middle East and Africa- MEA business. Westcon-Comstor connects the world’s leading IT vendors with a channel of technology resellers, systems integrators, and service providers. Driving growth across the regionThis promotion will see Chief Technology Officer- CTO for Westcon-Comstor, Parbhoo, now an EVP, driving the continued growth of Westcon-Comstor across the region, fueled by the success of its vendors and channel partners. He joined Westcon-Comstor in 2017 as CEO for Sub-Saharan Africa and was appointed Global Chief Technology Officer (CTO) in 2021—a role he retains following his latest promotion. His regional remit and responsibilities have expanded over time, culminating in his elevation to the position of EVP.
Source:The North Africa Journal
May 15, 2024 17:28 UTC
Egypt to Create Ministry of Energy, Details Shared at Invest in African Energy (IAE) 2024 Forum
Egypt is looking at the possibility of merging its petroleum and renewable energy ministries, creating an integrated Ministry of Energy to streamline industry operations and regulations. According to Fouad, “We are increasing and putting a lot of investments in renewable energy and clean energy, while investing a lot within nuclear energy. We see the dynamics of creating a balance in our energy mix to be in favor of the country and the region.”Various North African countries are prioritizing an integrated energy mix – one that comprises a balance of hydrocarbon and renewable energy resources. Adonis Pouroulis, CEO of Chariot Energy Group, stated that, “Morocco is the leader in Africa in renewable energy, but to support baseload power, you need gas and you need hydrocarbons. Reliable, sustainable and cost-efficient infrastructure adds value.”Morocco is spearheading cross-border infrastructure development with the construction of the Nigeria-Morocco Gas Pipeline.
Source:The North Africa Journal
May 15, 2024 16:24 UTC
Africa’s AI sector becomes new battleground in US-China race for the continent – The North Africa Post
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is fast becoming the latest frontier in the competition between the United States and China in Africa, as African countries are set to gain from both AI superpowers’ keen interest in collaboration to advance AI innovation on the continent. However, it also found that China led globally in terms of AI patents with 61.1%, while the US accounted for only 20%. And as a recent article in Voice of America pointed out, the future of AI in Africa will be shaped by the competition between the US and China. “To advance in AI research and innovation, African countries will need significant investments in computing infrastructure,” said Chinasa T. Okolo, a fellow at The Brookings Institution. US companies have already invested in AI in Africa, such as when Google opened its first AI lab in Ghana, while IBM has research facilities in Kenya and South Africa.
Source:The North Africa Journal
May 15, 2024 16:18 UTC
Qatar Airways Nears Southern African Airline Investment
Qatar Airways is close to completing an equity investment in an undisclosed southern African carrier as it seeks to deepen its network across Africa. “We are at the final stage of an equity investment in an airline in the southern part of Africa,” Qatar Airways CEO Badr Mohammed Al Meer said during a panel discussion at the Qatar Economic Forum in Doha, adding that a deal could be announced in two to three weeks. He said the Oneworld alliance member continues to grow organically in north and west Africa, but has identified central and southern Africa as areas needing development. Around 13,900 weekly departure seats are currently available from points in eastern Africa, along with 13,400 in north Africa, 9,300 in southern Africa and 7,100 in central and western Africa. “The way to go is through partnerships—both between African airlines and between African airlines and other international carriers.
Source:The North Africa Journal
May 15, 2024 16:03 UTC
Skinification: A Game-Changer in Sunscreen Usage
Over the past few years, there has been a noticeable rise in the incorporation of skin care benefits into sun protection, also known as “skinification”, revolutionising sun care as a whole. Skinification is being driven by the growing demand for multifunctional products, as consumers no longer want to choose between sun protection and skin care; they want both in one easy step. Indeed, the number of sun care products including claims such as skin health or antioxidants has only grown, according to Euromonitor International’s PCP system. VitaSea unveiled a collection of five sun care products specifically designed for sensitive skin, including multifunctional formats such as sticks and sprays. By utilising its exclusive "Mineral Superblend" technology, blending premium minerals with botanical extracts, vitamins, and peptides, the company has formulated a revolutionary skin care essential: an all-in-one daily facial mineral sunscreen, moisturiser, and primer.
Source:The North Africa Journal
May 15, 2024 15:49 UTC
2 journalists in detention in Tunisia as authorities launch wave of arrests against critics
FILE - Tunisia’s President Kais Saied speaks during a media conference at an EU Africa summit in Brussels, Friday, Feb. 18, 2022. Two Tunisian journalists are kept in pre-trial detention as authorities continued a wave of arrests targeting perceived critics of President Kais Saied’s government. Authorities in the north African country this week unleashed a new campaign of repression against perceived opponents of President Kais Saied ‘s government. The European Union, Tunisia’s top trade partner, on Tuesday issued a rare rebuke of Tunisian authorities, calling the arrests worrisome. State Department spokesperson Vedant Patel told reporters that the U.S. was engaging Tunisia about the arrests, particularly those of attorneys.
Source:The North Africa Journal
May 15, 2024 15:38 UTC
dentsu Sports International launches in the Middle East and North Africa
dentsu, a global leader in marketing communications, is proud to announce the launch of dentsu Sports International (DSI) in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region. DSI MENA will be headquartered in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, with additional offices in the United Arab Emirates. DSI MENA will encompass core businesses including dentsu Sports International Commercial, MKTG Sports + Entertainment and dentsu Sports Analytics. This integrated approach will enable dentsu to provide end-to-end solutions across multiple services including commercial development, strategic consultancy, rights delivery and data-driven analytics. Charlie Wylie, Managing Director, EMEA, dentsu Sports International, said: “dentsu Sports International will serve as a strategic sports and entertainment arm of dentsu in MENA, offering comprehensive solutions tailored to the needs of brands and rights holders.
Source:The North Africa Journal
May 15, 2024 15:04 UTC
Pine Labs ties up with largest bank in Dubai, set to offer payment solution
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Source:The North Africa Journal
May 15, 2024 15:00 UTC
CyberKnight announces regional expansion with GITEX Africa participation and key hire of Regional Sales Director – Intelligent CIO Africa
To spearhead business development efforts on the continent, the Company has appointed Naoufal Mzali as the Regional Sales Director. Naoufal Mzali, Regional Sales Director, CyberKnightWith over 17 years of experience in technology and cybersecurity, his strong engineering background, coupled with a successful track record in sales, makes Naoufal an asset to the CyberKnight team. In addition to this significant milestone, CyberKnight is excited to announce its participation at GITEX Africa 2024, scheduled to take place in Marrakech from May 29 to 31. But now, our participation at GITEX Africa for the first time, underscores our commitment to delivering best-of-breed cybersecurity expertise to enterprise and government customers, as well as strategic partners across Africa. Moving forward, we will be building teams across the continent, starting with North Africa,” said Naoufal Mzali, Regional Sales Director at CyberKnight.
Source:The North Africa Journal
May 15, 2024 14:56 UTC
Morocco's automotive industry shifts gears to prep for electric vehicle era, ET EnergyWorld
AdvtAdvtJoin the community of 2M+ industry professionals Subscribe to our newsletter to get latest insights & analysis. The government's success in building an automotive industry nevertheless has made cars the tip of the spear as Morocco works to transform its largely agrarian economy. China's BYD - the world's largest electric vehicle maker - has at least twice announced plans to build factories in the country that have stalled before starting. And the day they decide they need electric vehicles, we will," he said.The government has bankrolled public-private partnerships like a Renault-managed academy to train technicians and managers. Compared to comparable markets, Morocco's political climate and proximity to Europe made it a safe investment, Bachiri said.
Source:The North Africa Journal
May 15, 2024 14:43 UTC
Invasive African lizard spotted moving north in Florida
An invasive lizard from Africa that has settled in South Florida was spotted moving up the coast of the Sunshine State. The Peter's rock agama has made its way north to parts of Central Florida, with residents of West Melbourne taking notice of the red-headed reptiles. Ken Gioeli, a natural resources extension agent with the University of Florida, told the station that he refers to the lizards’ move up the coast as "the invasion front." Adult male Peter’s rock agamas can grow to be 12 inches long, while females of the species can reach lengths of 4 to 5 inches. It is believed the lizard was introduced to Florida as pets that either escaped or were released.
Source:The North Africa Journal
May 15, 2024 13:22 UTC