Casablanca, February 20, 2025 – The second edition of the Hackathon Open Data, organized by the Digital Development Agency (ADD) in collaboration with key partners, concluded yesterday at Technopark Casablanca after two days of intense innovation and competition. This event made a significant impact on Morocco’s digital ecosystem, showcasing the immense potential of open data.
With 1,700 applications received, the competition was fierce. Only 50 projects were selected to participate in the hackathon, with a prestigious multidisciplinary jury narrowing the selection to 13 finalists, before awarding four winning projects. These projects stood out for their relevance, potential impact, and innovative use of open data.
An Exceptional Jury for a High-Caliber Competition
One of the highlights of this edition was the diverse and high-level jury, which brought expertise from various fields:
* Ms. Khouloud ABEJJA, Director of Digital Transformation at ADD
* Mr. Mohamed BOUKHANI, Head of Administrative Data Development at MTNRA
* Mr. Jamal MEZIANE, Director of Foresight and New Technologies at ANRT
* Mr. Nacer MEKOUAR, Advisor to the President of the Casablanca-Settat Region
* Mr. Omar EL MERASSI, Program Manager at Technopark
* Mr. Timo Müller, Digital Transformation Manager at GIZ Morocco
* Mr. Anis CHRIFIALAOUI, Data Expert at INWI
* Dr. Amine BELMZOUKIA, Data Scientist, AI Researcher, and President of the International Federation of Artificial Intelligence
Winning Projects Shaping the Future of Innovation
The four winning projects impressed the jury with their ability to leverage open data to address real societal and economic challenges. Covering areas such as health, urban management, education, and the environment, these innovations demonstrated the transformative power of open data in building a sustainable and inclusive digital future.
The 2025 Hackathon Open Data has established itself as a major catalyst for digital innovation in Morocco. Its success highlights not only the country’s commitment to technological advancement but also the vibrant and diverse nature of its tech ecosystem. This initiative is set to inspire the development of impactful solutions using intelligent data exploitation in the coming years.
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