Rabat: Morocco, under the leadership of His Majesty the King, continues to open its doors to young Burkinabe and African entrepreneurs, offering support for creating new businesses in various sectors. This was announced by an official from the Moroccan Chamber of Commerce during an interaction with the AIB.
According to Burkina Information Agency, several investment opportunities exist in Morocco, and the Kingdom is committed to assisting Burkinabe and African students who complete their training in the country. The President of the Partnership and International Cooperation Committee at the Casa-Settat Chamber of Commerce, Industry and Services, Benzouina Brahim, emphasized that these young individuals have the same rights and opportunities as their Moroccan counterparts to start their own businesses or join existing Moroccan companies.
Data from the Moroccan Ministry of Higher Education, Scientific Research and Innovation indicates that during the 2022-2023 academic year, Gabon had the largest number of students in Morocco, followed by Mali and Ivory Coast, with Burkina Faso ranking ninth.
The Honorable Benzouina highlighted the vast entrepreneurial opportunities in sectors such as industry and artificial intelligence, which are accessible to Moroccan, Burkinabe, African youth, and global investors. He reiterated the Chamber of Commerce’s commitment to supporting these young individuals in their entrepreneurial endeavors, helping them realize their dreams and manage their businesses effectively.
Benzouina noted that there are numerous success stories of young people in Morocco who have thrived professionally by either joining companies or establishing their own ventures. Many are involved in trading, commerce, and import-export sectors.
The recent Gitex Africa Morocco event in Marrakech, attended by participants from 130 countries including Burkina Faso, showcased innovative initiatives in the creative industry.
Benzouina also announced a new project by the Moroccan Chamber of Commerce to create a Union of Chambers of Commerce of the Sahel countries, headquartered in Casablanca. This initiative aims to enhance trade, investment, and idea exchange among member countries.
Expressing gratitude for the leadership of His Majesty King Mohammed VI, Benzouina urged Burkinabe and African students and workers in Morocco to feel at home, stressing they are part of the Moroccan family.
In addition to his role in the Chamber of Commerce, Benzouina is involved in training sub-Saharan students in water rescue, collaborating with African diplomats, including the Burkinabe Ambassador Mamadou Coulibaly, to implement various projects.
The Kingdom of Morocco and Burkina Faso enjoy excellent diplomatic relations, set to celebrate their 60th anniversary. Morocco has shown strong support for the Confederation of Sahel States and facilitated dialogues at the African Union level for Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger.
The Burkinabe Minister of Foreign Affairs recently conveyed a message of friendship from President Ibrahim Traor© to His Majesty King Mohammed VI, reinforcing the robust ties between the two nations.