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Berkane's Digital Experience on the Podium at the Annual Meetings of AUSIM

As part of its annual meetings, the Association of Information Systems Users (AUSIM) organized a conference on October 31 titled "E-Gov: Towards Which Digital Administration?" The event took place in Rabat in the presence of Ms. Ghita Mezzour, Minister Delegate in charge of Digital Transition and Administrative Reform, as well as various key actors in the field of information technology and information systems, such as Mr. Mohamed Ali Habouha, Governor of the Province of Berkane, Mr. Stefan Maersserchaert, First Counselor and Deputy Head of Mission at the Belgian Embassy in Rabat, and Mr. Hicham Chigueur, President of AUSIM.

The objective of this event was to bring together the digital community around emerging trends, suggestions, and debates in the digital world. A highlight of this meeting was the presentation of the white paper, highlighting the challenges and opportunities related to the digitization of government services. Furthermore, the event emphasized the importance of effectively implementing the administrative decentralization charter, as well as simplifying and digitizing procedures.

Speakers emphasized that the adoption of digital technology is a bold economic choice and a collective responsibility, promoting efficient and inclusive public services, and strengthening social inclusion for territories and the most vulnerable populations. They highlighted the extension of health coverage and social protection, access to financing for young entrepreneurs, as well as stimulating investments.

Moreover, Mr. Mohamed Ali Habouha, accompanied by a provincial delegation including Mr. Mohamed Jelloul, President of the provincial council, also emotionally and eloquently shared Berkane's experience in digital transformation in recent years. He emphasized the role of digital technology in bringing decision-makers closer to citizens and facilitating access to essential daily services. Additionally, he highlighted Berkane's achievements in this field, such as the creation of Majal Berkane, the first public start-up, as well as the implementation of the Geographic Information System (GIS), which have been recognized nationally and internationally, notably by winning the Seoul Smart City Prize in Seoul and the IEEE Smart City Contest prize in Bucharest.

In addition to this event, a Memorandum of Understanding was signed between the Province of Berkane, AUSIM, and SDL Majal Berkane as part of the "Douar BY AUSIM" project, which aims to help rural villages achieve the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) through digital means by testing, deploying, and accelerating digital initiatives in a rural municipality, with the aim of scaling them across Morocco.
According to this Memorandum, a pilot project will be deployed in the rural municipality of Tafoughalt.

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November 1, 2023 0

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The "Tadafor" project sets sail in Berkane: Interactive workshops by ENABEL and the Municipality of Berkane

As part of the "Tadafor" project launched by the European Union and executed by the Belgian Development Agency ENABEL in partnership with the DGCT, in 12 pilot municipalities including the municipality of Berkane, the latter organized interactive workshops at Majal Berkane for innovation and territorial intelligence on Thursday, October 29. The event was attended by members of the Berkane municipal council as well as members of the Equity, Equality, and Gender Approach Instance.

The "Tadafor" project is implemented to contribute to achieving the minimum level of citizen participation in targeted regions by strengthening local governance through the consolidation of transparency and legitimacy of the social pact and public policies, as well as improving the quality of services provided. This project is carried out in close collaboration with the General Directorate of Local Authorities and the Directorate of Relations with Civil Society. It aims to bring together citizens, civil society organizations, and municipal councils for their joint contribution to the development of their communities.

These interactive workshops involved working sessions aimed at developing and designing a program to establish the citizen participation charter, with the aim of involving and consolidating cooperation and collaboration among various local stakeholders.

October 31, 2023 0

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Legislative Progress in Berkane: Presentation on Activating the Principle of Administrative Silence

In compliance with the supreme royal directives aimed at enabling citizens to conduct their affairs under the best conditions and within the shortest timeframes, simplifying procedures, and bringing basic infrastructure and services closer to them.

As part of the efforts to adapt the regulatory framework for construction permits and economic authorizations to the requirements of Law No. 55.19 on the simplification of administrative procedures, which has set maximum deadlines for processing requests from stakeholders to obtain the administrative decisions necessary for investment projects.

The province of Berkane organized, in the presence of the presidents of municipalities, the director of the National Electricity Office of Berkane, a representative from the Urban Agency of Oujda, a representative from the National Water Office of Berkane, as well as department and service heads of the municipalities, a presentation on activating the principle of administrative silence, considered as an approval, and setting deadlines for administrative decisions issued by the municipalities and districts concerned by this principle

The principle that the silence of the administration implies approval is a new legal procedure that obliges the Moroccan administration in general and the municipal administration in particular to interact with the stakeholder before the expiration of the legal deadlines set by a regulatory provision or to be subjected to an exceptional procedure allowing the regional official to replace the relevant municipal administration and provide the stakeholder with a certificate of administrative silence equivalent to approval.

It should be noted that the administrative decisions and services covered by this procedure include, according to the decision of the Minister of the Interior, seven decisions concerning land use planning, namely building permits, subdivision permits, authorization to create a housing group, property division authorization, occupancy permit/compliance certificate, repair permit, and demolition permit.

Furthermore, these decisions also periodically concern two decisions related to commercial, artisanal, and industrial activities, namely the operating license for an establishment classified in the second category and the operating license for an establishment classified in the third category.

October 16, 2023 0

Smart city

Press Conference on Berkane's Smart City Awards in Seoul and Bucharest

Following Berkane's triumph on the Global Scientific Podium in Seoul, the capital of South Korea, where it won the Seoul Smart City Prize, as well as the consecutive success of the project at the IEEE Smart City Contest in Bucharest, the capital of Romania, a press conference was held at the Majal Complex for Innovation and Territorial Intelligence on Thursday, October 5th at 3 p.m.

The event brought together representatives from the provincial and municipal councils, members of the local and national press, as well as civil society actors specializing in the fields of digital technology, artificial intelligence, and the environment.

During this press conference, experts from Majal provided a detailed presentation of the award-winning project "E-Moulouya," which represents a significant advancement globally in the field of digital technology applied to wildlife monitoring at the mouth of the Moulouya River. Project partners also outlined the strategic objectives, components of the associated agreement, and the utility and added value of this project for the Berkane territory.

The event culminated in a question-and-answer session during which numerous questions were raised about the project's purpose, specifics, impact, future, and related projects. Additionally, several complementary interventions enriched the debate and enhanced the knowledge of all stakeholders.

It is important to note that "E-Moulouya" sets a new international standard by integrating digital technology into environmental monitoring. It focuses on the observation and analysis of wildlife ecosystems at the mouth of the Moulouya, an area of crucial importance for biodiversity and environmental conservation. This project embodies the Kingdom's commitment to sustainable development and is in line with royal initiatives aimed at promoting digital technology and implementing projects aligned with this strategic orientation.

October 6, 2023 0

Education

Birth of a new educational project in Berkane focusing on technology and robotics: STEAM

The STEAM project was officially launched this Thursday, September 21, at the Imam Al-Ghazali public school in the presence of Mr. Mohamed Ali Habouha, Governor of the Province of Berkane, and Mr. Mohammed Jelloul, President of the Provincial Council, along with a range of partners and local officials.

This educational project, encompassing the fields of science, technology, engineering, art, and mathematics, was conceived and implemented through the collaboration of a set of partners and local actors, including the Regional Academy of Education and Training, the Provincial Association for the Development and Generalization of Education (APPGE), the National Initiative for Human Development, the Local Development Company Majal Berkane, as well as the company BITBOT.

The main objective of this project is to make the world of robotics and artificial intelligence accessible to all layers of society, with a particular emphasis on students. It aims to strengthen critical and logical thinking while promoting the development of mental and cognitive abilities among young students, regardless of their age groups and academic levels, as well as among teachers in public education.

This project is intended to benefit more than 1000 children, as well as over 5000 students from various academic levels.

September 22, 2023 0

Environment

Berkane: Collective Mobilization to Address Torrential Rains

Like other provinces in the Oriental Region, the Province of Berkane experienced heavy storms from Saturday, September 2nd, 2023, to Sunday, September 3rd, 2023, which resulted in torrential rains hitting various urban and rural centers, especially the municipalities of Berkane, Saidia, and Sidi Slimane Cherraa, which recorded high rainfall, reaching 54 mm in the center of Berkane.

To address such disasters, all stakeholders mobilized their human and material resources as soon as they were alerted by the meteorological warning. In parallel with this mobilization, a monitoring and follow-up unit was established to oversee the actions taken at various critical points, divert overflowing rainwater towards drainage systems, thereby avoiding water stagnation and flooding of various administrative buildings and citizens' residences.

It is noteworthy that these floods, originating from the Sidi Ali Benyakhlef, Oued Jaber, and other watersheds and Chaabas, carrying, among other things, solid materials, posed a challenge to the various intervention teams. However, they were able to combine their efforts and restore the situation under the guidance of the aforementioned monitoring and follow-up unit.

Thus, thanks to the anticipatory approach adopted for disaster and flood management, 360 interventions were carried out during and after the floods, in record time, demonstrating the promptness of the actions of the mobilized teams. They were able to restore the situation and respond to the citizens' requests without recording any human or material damage.

Finally, the protection of Greater Berkane against floods remains dependent on the completion of major costly projects initiated previously for collecting rainwater upstream and discharging it into the Cherraa and Ourtass rivers.

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September 5, 2023 0

Announcement

Dive into the Smart Urban Future at our Exciting Smart Cities Study Day!

Majal Berkane for Innovation and Territorial Intelligence is organizing a study day on Smart Cities to which you are cordially invited to participate, offering a unique opportunity to explore the advances and challenges of the digital transformation of our territory. Smart Cities represent the future of urbanization by integrating innovative technologies to enhance citizens' quality of life, optimize resource management, and promote sustainability.

This event will feature:

Captivating lectures led by renowned experts in the field of smart urban technologies.

Interactive debate and discussion sessions on the challenges and opportunities related to creating smart cities.

Live demonstrations of innovative technological solutions used in the context of Smart Cities.

Moreover, it will be an opportunity for networking with professionals, researchers, and enthusiasts sharing an interest in smart urbanization, and for learning about current and future projects aimed at making our territories more connected, sustainable, and efficient.

This study day is dedicated to students, researchers, industry professionals, elected officials, and civil society actors, and to anyone interested in the future of smart and sustainable cities.

Participation in the Smart Cities Study Day is free, but the number of seats is limited. Make sure to reserve your spot in advance by registering via the registration link before September 10th.

Further information and details will be communicated to you through our various channels, such as the date, the detailed program, and the speakers.

Together, let's build smarter, more sustainable, and more connected cities!

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August 30, 2023 0

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Province of Berkane: Movement of Mutation Among Authority Agents

In accordance with directives from His Majesty King Mohammed VI, may God protect him, a national initiative has been implemented, resulting in adjustments within the ranks of authority agents spread across various regions of the Kingdom.

In the province of Berkane, this initiative unfolds in two main aspects. Firstly, there is the reinforcement of territorial administration through the integration of new graduates from the Royal Institute of Territorial Administration. Additionally, interprovincial and national reassignments have been made. The Ministry of the Interior specifies that this is a gradual transition from a public service model focused on career management to a new model centered on skills management.

These measures were celebrated during a ceremony held at the headquarters of the Province of Berkane on Wednesday, August 23rd, presided over by Mr. Governor Mohamed Ali Habouha. This ceremony brought together participants from various sectors, as well as elected officials and civil society actors from the province of Berkane.

Human resources management within territorial administration is increasingly evolving towards a modern and efficient approach, based on criteria of competence, merit, and equal opportunities for access to positions of responsibility. This is part of a virtuous dynamic aimed at putting the administration at the service of citizens, meeting their needs, and defending their interests, in accordance with the declarations of His Majesty King Mohammed VI, may God preserve him. The ultimate goal is to promote exemplary and effective territorial governance, concludes the statement.

August 25, 2023 0

Smart city

Technological Revolution in Berkane: Towards a Smart and Sustainable City through AI and IoT in Collaboration with PUND and Libelium

Within the remarkable dynamic observed in the ecosystem of the Province of Berkane, characterized by significant progress in the Digital domain, Artificial Intelligence, and through technological solutions aimed at enhancing and improving the quality of life for citizens in all its aspects.

In this context, and with the aim of ensuring the sustainability and continuity of the achieved advancements, Majal Berkane, a Local Development Company for Innovation and Territorial Intelligence, hosted a delegation from Libelium led by Dr. Jara Antonio, their Chief Science Officer, at its premises.
The visit took place with the objective of establishing a technological platform to implement intelligent solutions for the city of Berkane, as a Pilot city in the Province, and to explore collaboration opportunities with Majal Berkane for the co-development of IoT and AI-based technological solutions.

As part of this visit, a training workshop was organized for the teams of Majal Berkane to familiarize them with the operation of the Smart City technological platform.
Furthermore, to foster and materialize the collaboration between Majal Berkane, Libelium, and UNDP (United Nations Development Programme), meetings will take place in the coming days, about which we will provide more details.

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August 18, 2023 0