The Scottish Africa Business Association (SABA) is excited to announce the upcoming visit of His Excellency Hakim Hajoui, the Ambassador of the Kingdom of Morocco to the United Kingdom, to Scotland. This visit aims to strengthen partnerships between Scotland and Morocco in the energy, renewable energy, and agriculture sectors.
Morocco has positioned itself as a leader in renewable energy in Africa, with a target of sourcing over 50% of its electricity from renewables by 2030. There are significant investment opportunities in solar, wind, green hydrogen, and grid infrastructure. The country is also focusing on modernizing its agriculture sector, with an emphasis on sustainable farming, water management, and agri-tech innovation – areas where Scottish companies and research institutions excel.
Education and skills training will also be a key focus of the visit, as both Scotland and Morocco recognize the importance of developing human capital to drive innovation and economic growth. Scottish universities and training institutions have a strong track record of providing top-notch education, and through new partnerships, there is an opportunity to support Morocco’s workforce development in line with its evolving industrial needs.
Seona Shand, Chief Operating Officer of the Scottish Africa Business Association, expressed excitement about the visit, stating, “Scotland’s expertise in renewable energy, offshore wind, green hydrogen, and agricultural innovation align perfectly with Morocco’s ambitions. There are vast opportunities for Scottish businesses to collaborate with Moroccan counterparts, share knowledge, and create solutions that benefit both nations.”
The visit is expected to foster new partnerships, boost trade and investment, and facilitate knowledge exchange between Scotland and Morocco. Companies interested in attending can register at https://apo-opa.co/456agPk.
About the Scottish Africa Business Association (SABA):
SABA is a non-political, Africa-focused trade organization that promotes trade, investment, and knowledge sharing between Scotland and Africa in key sectors such as energy, agriculture, the blue economy, healthcare, skills training, and education. Through private meetings, roundtables, seminars, conferences, global trade missions, and consultancy services, SABA leverages its extensive commercial, trade, political, and government contacts to facilitate collaboration between Scotland and Africa.
