Casablanca Rising: A Hub of Innovation and Entrepreneurship in North Africa
Casablanca is making waves in the global startup scene. The 2024 Global Startup Ecosystem Report (GSER) by Startup Genome highlighted Morocco, represented by its economic capital, Casablanca, as a rising star in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region. Ranking 8th in the region for top startup ecosystems, Casablanca is proving to be a fertile ground for innovation and entrepreneurial ventures.
This recognition isn’t just regional; Casablanca also secured a spot within the top 200 startup ecosystems worldwide, further solidifying Morocco’s position on the global entrepreneurship map. While trailing regional powerhouses like Tel Aviv, Dubai, and Cairo, Casablanca’s ranking places it ahead of other burgeoning startup hubs like Beirut, Tunis, and Algiers. This achievement underscores Morocco’s growing competitiveness among emerging economies, driven by
