Villages in the Moroccan highlands along the coast have access to clean water flowing through taps, thanks to a technology that helps turn fog into freshwater
Manufacturing
Europac to construct new packaging unit in Morocco

Europac is expanding its corrugated packaging manufacturing in Morocco. (Image source: Nancy Waldman/Flickr)
Europac has announced the construction of a new integrated corrugated packaging facility in Tangier Automotive City (TAC) in Morocco
African soft drink consumption expected to rise

Africa will consume 9.74 per cent more soft drinks per capita in 2020. (Image source: Frank Douwes/Flickr)
Consumption of soft drinks in Africa is expected to rise significantly, according to a recent study
Ethiopia to invest US$1bn in manufacturing sector

Aside from industrial zones, Ethiopia plans to improve railway infrastructure across the country. (Image source: Bobolink/Flickr)
Ethiopia is planning to invest US$1bn in industrial parks over the next decade to boost exports, improve the textile sector and enhance the country’s overall position as a major manufacturer
NIRP to boost Nigeria's manufacturing sector

The NIRP is expected to enhance growth in sectors such as construction, oil and gas and minerals, and hopefully provide Nigeria a competitive edge across Africa. (Image source: Cramogroup/Flickr)
The Nigeria Industrial Revolution Plan (NIRP) is likely to increase the annual revenue of the nation’s manufacturing sector to US$25bn, said Nigerian minister for industry, trade and investment Olusegun Aganga