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Celebration of the National Migrant Day at the Headquarters of the Province of Berkane

On Thursday, August 10th, the province of Berkane organized a celebration at the conference hall, commemorating the National Migrant Day. This event was presided over by Mr. Mohammed Ali Habouha, the prefect of the province of Berkane, in the presence of members and associations of the Moroccan community abroad, as well as elected officials and provincial directors, in addition to other civil society actors.

This day is considered a national rendezvous with strong symbolic value and significance due to its role and impact in strengthening ties with the Berkane community residing in various countries around the world.

His Majesty King Mohammed VI, may God protect him, has given special attention to the Moroccan community by declaring this day as a national day in 2003. His Majesty has also accorded exceptional importance to this community, as evidenced by several royal speeches, as well as the implementation of public policies and programs that meet their aspirations regarding services provided in all areas.

In line with these royal and national directives, the province of Berkane has given special attention to its Moroccans Residing Abroad (MRE), through the implementation of various strategies that have emerged in recent years within the territory.

These strategies have been translated into concrete programs such as the establishment of a reception area at the headquarters of the province of Berkane, aimed at receiving complaints, questions, and suggestions from members of the community, as well as the creation of a call center and a coordination office at their disposal.

In this context, a detailed presentation was made on the achievements and results achieved regarding the number of complaints received and processed, as well as data related to their distribution by municipality, as well as the most frequent and high-demand subjects and areas.

August 11, 2023 0

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Smart city

Participation of Majal Berkane in the 28th edition of IEEE ISCC

Majal Berkane, for Innovation and Territorial Intelligence, made its presence felt at the 28th International Conference on Network Communications and Communication Systems (IEEE 28th ISCC), held in Gammarth, Tunisia. The event took place from July 09 to 12 and brought together world-renowned experts in the field of computer science and communications.

Majal Berkane was represented by Dr. Zakaria Charouh, R&D Manager, who represented the company as a speaker.

Their participation was crucial in presenting two innovative and relevant research works conducted by Majal Berkane's teams. These research works attracted the attention of participants and were praised for their significant contribution to the field of information technology.

The two presentations by Majal Berkane focused on topics of vital importance in the artificial intelligence sector, highlighting the company's advancements in developing new methods and technologies, and Majal Berkane's technical expertise, which sparked keen interest among researchers, academics, and industry professionals present at the conference.

In addition to presenting research works, Majal also had the honor of chairing a special session on artificial intelligence during the conference through its representative, who led a debate session on the latest trends and challenges in this continuously evolving field.

Majal Berkane's successful participation in the 28th International Conference on Network Communications and Communication Systems (IEEE 28th ISCC) confirms the commitment of the Berkane Territory to technological excellence and its determination to play a leading role in developing innovative solutions for the digital future.

July 25, 2023 0

Culture and sport

Renaissance Sportive de Berkane win the Coupe du Trône for the 3rd time

La renaissance sportive de Berkane returned to the trophy cabinet on Saturday 15 July, winning the final by a score of 1-0 against Raja de Casablanca, with Issoufo DAYO scoring in the 105th minute.

The Berkane Renaissance have thus just won their 3rd trophy, the last dating back to the 2020-2021 season. "This victory is the fruit of rigorous and relentless work, and of the efforts made by everyone:
Players, technical staff, and above all the supporters and fans who made this dream a reality. RSB are back in force in the Confederation Cup, with new challenges and new ambitions," emphasized Hakim Ben Abdellah, chairman of Renaissance Sportive de Berkane.

July 16, 2023 0

Event

The Blue Flag Label Raised in Saidia for Summer 2023

Saidia Beach, known as the Blue Pearl of the Mediterranean, was honored with the prestigious Blue Flag Label during a ceremony held on Saturday, July 8th, in the presence of numerous dignitaries, including Mr. Mohamed Ali Habouha, Governor of the Berkane Province, Mr. Mohammed Jelloul, President of the Provincial Council, the local Pasha, and Madam the President of the Saidia Municipality, along with various actors and partners.

The Blue Flag is an international label awarded by the Federation for Environmental Education, under the auspices of the Mohammed VI Foundation for Environmental Protection, chaired by Her Royal Highness Princess Lalla Hasnaa. This recognition follows a competition where 47 beaches applied, as part of an accompanying program initiated and organized by the Mohammed VI Foundation in partnership with the General Directorate of Territorial Communities.

The award of this Label is subject to a set of criteria, in particular: The quality of bathing water, hygiene and safety, the development and management of infrastructure, etc. The Blue Flag is often sought after and desired by coastal communities. to whom the management and maintenance of the beaches falls, note that Saidia beach has already been awarded for previous years, thanks to the beauty and safety of its beaches.

July 9, 2023 0

Smart city

Digital Society Forum: Big Data: Accelerator of Smart Territory Development

Considered a true driver of change and development, digital technology has garnered particular interest at the highest levels of the State. Thus, the directives of His Majesty King Mohammed VI, may God Assist Him, have repeatedly emphasized the need to make digital transition a catalyst for structural transformation and high-impact development to give new impetus to the development of our Kingdom. Indeed, His Majesty the King called for the use of digital technologies to increase efficiency, promote the quality of services rendered, and accelerate economic development.

Under the High Patronage of His Majesty King Mohammed VI, may God Assist Him, the local development company Majal Berkane organized, in partnership with the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) in Morocco, the Digital Development Association (ADN), African Smart Territories (AST), and the Province of Berkane, the 3rd edition of the Digital Society Forum (DSF) under the theme "Big Data: Accelerator of Smart Territory Development," on May 24th and 25th, 2023 in Berkane.

Plenary conferences took place at the Conference Hall of the Province of Berkane, covering a range of topics converging towards Smart Territories, Artificial Intelligence, Big Data, as well as human and social issues related to citizens' privacy.

The "African Innov'Up" Hackathon, held at the Majal Berkane Complex for Innovation and Territorial Intelligence, brought together 50 young Project Leaders whose ideas and vocation converge towards digital innovation, Artificial Intelligence, and Clean Tech.

The Digital Fair served as the intersection point between national and international exhibitors and startups, gathering at the Majal Berkane Complex for Innovation and Territorial Intelligence. The fair included training sessions and interactive workshops conducted by experts in the digital world.

This edition of DSF had an international flavor with the presence of experts, speakers, and honored guests from Spain, France, Germany, Italy, Saudi Arabia, as well as a notable and impactful presence from African countries, including Tunisia, Algeria, Nigeria, who gathered in Berkane and contributed to the success of this event.

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June 22, 2023 0

Ecology

Province of Berkane sets up the Provincial Monitoring Commission for prevention against bad weather

In response to climate change marked by drought and the resurgence of extreme weather phenomena such as heavy rainfall and flooding, the services of the Province of Berkane have established a monitoring commission aimed at preventing and mitigating the negative effects of adverse weather conditions on citizens and their property.
This commission is made up of a set of actors such as the Province of Berkane, the Provincial Council of Berkane, the Provincial Directorate of Equipment and Water, ORMVAM, the Provincial Directorate of ONEE-Branch
Water. The said commission carried out rigorous work for months, divided between preventive and awareness-raising measures on the one hand, and actions on the ground at black spots and areas at high risk of flooding.

Human, technical and logistical resources have been put in place by the various actors and departments mentioned above, to successfully carry out the maintenance and operation of the sanitation network in the city of Berkane, as well as the maintenance work on agricultural sanitation networks. The scope of intervention also covered the cleaning and channeling work of manholes and drains, gutters and storm overflows. Efforts and particular attention were paid in particular to the road network through the treatment of all predefined and identified black spots at the level of art roundabouts and gutters along the road network to avoid any detrimental breakdown.
In the same context, a strengthening of road signs has taken place in areas experiencing the phenomenon of landslides and falling stones on the Tafoughalt and Zegzel national road, for example.

This commission was created with the objective of ensuring the safety of citizens and their property and their protection against possible damage that could be caused by bad weather, and has put in place a set of preventive and intervention measures. and monitoring, and having held a series of meetings and empirical visits on the various points concerned, around which all the actors united.

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June 22, 2023 0

Event

Province of Berkane: Uniting around Smart Cities

Aware of the magnitude of royal directives and national strategies translated into the new development model, the Province of Berkane embarked on the digital sphere and the shift towards intangibility several years ago. In collaboration with a range of partners including SDL Majal Berkane for Innovation and Territorial Intelligence, UMP, EMSI, and the Association for Digital Development (ADN), the Province of Berkane organized an International Symposium on Smart Cities on March 15th and 16th within the conference hall of the Province of Berkane. The aim was to educate, raise awareness, and most importantly, converge collective consciousness towards adopting the concept and effectively implementing it.
The "Berkane International Symposium Smart City" event served as a platform to showcase the significant progress the Province of Berkane has made over the years through the establishment of evolving strategies and action plans in response to pressing demands and increasing citizen needs. These include the digitization of administrative processes, intelligent waste management, urban transportation, and slaughterhouses.
This operational vision has led to democratizing access to digital services, streamlining operations, and improving the quality of services provided to citizens. Nevertheless, SDL Majal Berkane, the company developing innovative solutions for the territory and supporting local authorities in their digital transition, remains eager to make further progress and is driven by the ambition to explore new technological solutions and venture into new horizons related to Smart Cities.
To achieve this, a considerable panel of stakeholders, including experts, researchers, and policymakers, gathered to popularize the concept, share new trends, and showcase experiences of digital transition in their respective Smart Cities such as Al Madinah Al Munawarah, Nairobi, Chefchaouen, and Ben Guérir, through a series of conferences and showcases.
In addition to the event, agreements were signed to sustain the efforts made by various stakeholders and embark on new projects. This initiative is spearheading a notable movement in the economic, ecological, and social domains, benefiting both the present and future generations.

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June 22, 2023 0

Environment

Clean-up Operation for the Summer Season in the Province of Berkane

In line with the significant importance given by the province of Berkane to the environmental and social dimensions, reflected in a series of actions aimed at protecting ecology, the provincial direction of National Promotion launches a clean-up operation for the summer season, following a predefined route and points by its teams.

The operation has commenced thus far with the following routes and points: Berkane-Saidia, Berkane-Agropole, Madagh-Zaouia, Berkane-Boughriba, Berkane-Wawlout, Wawlout Centre, and aims to cover all municipalities of the Province, particularly the most populous and affected ones. The presence of garbage at the mentioned points is the result of various factors, such as irresponsible behavior and habits, as well as inclement weather conditions leading to waste accumulation in streets, bridges, and water collectors.

This operation has a multidimensional aspect, addressing the health and environmental risks threatening citizens and ecological balance. It prioritizes the creation of job opportunities for National Promotion employees and aims to create favorable conditions for Moroccan families residing abroad from various countries.

June 22, 2023 0