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Panel discussion | Upskilling Morocco: Building a Future Ready Workforce for Industry 4.0

20 Jan 2026

Morocco's investment in data centers and industrial parks is crucial, but its long term success hinges on investments in upskilling workforce infrastrcuture. This panel will focus on the critical role of human capital development in Morocco's strategy for industrial sovereignty. Initiatives like the Higher School of Engineers in Digital Transition and AI are practical examples of collaborations for upskilling industrial workforce


Points of discussion:

  • How do we build agile talent pipelines through public private partnerships?
  • What policies incentivize reskilling and align workforce development with national strategy?
  • How do we foster adaptability and critical thinking to complement technical skills in digital age?
  • How can we ensure the new skill economy is inclusive, reaching all communities?
Chairperson
Dr. Samir Benmakhlouf, Founder and CEO - London Academy Casablanca, Morocco
Speakers
Houda Barakate, CEO - Education for Employment (EFE),Morocco
Salma Karim, Head of Human Capital & Innovation Department - Agence de Développement du Digital (ADD), Morocco
Bouchra Nhaili, President - African Association of Personnel Trainers and Directors (AFDIP) and National Association of Human Resources Managers and Trainers (AGEF), Morocco
Karima Mkika, Advisory - The Economic, Social and Environmental Council, Morocco