Middle East and North Africa
We are an open house for innovation and a global liberal think tank, dedicated to promoting the values and principles of freedom worldwide. Through our activities and publications, we empower individuals to exercise their right to political participation. Our offices in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) operate within the framework of freedom and human rights, adapting to each country’s unique context. Based in Amman, Jordan, FNF MENA drives three key programs that foster cross-country cooperation: MENA-NET, MENA-EU, and MENA-GEOPOL. We advise, inspire, and engage key stakeholders, developing and advocating solutions that strengthen individual freedom and responsibility.
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Tunisian Women Entrepreneurs Honored for Innovation and Impact at the 10th FET Awards
They’re not just building businesses they’re reshaping Tunisia’s future. Meet the 9 fearless women honored at the 2025 FET Awards for turning bold ideas into powerful impact and explore their inspiring projects.
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Echoes in the Dust: Moroccan Archaeology Unearths a More Inclusive Curriculum
Recent archaeological discoveries in Morocco ignite the longstanding debate about Amazigh representation in national identity. This article examines the critical implications of these scientific discoveries particularly on educational curricula, challenging the conventional narratives.
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Morocco's Minimum Wage Hike
In April 2024, the Moroccan government announced a 10% increase in the national minimum wage, a policy move that has triggered wide-ranging reactions across the economic and political spectrum.
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MENA Media Hub 2025
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She Leads 2025 Empowers MENA Women Through AI
The future of entrepreneurship in the Middle East and North Africa has taken a bold leap forward. 16 dynamic women entrepreneurs from across the region convened in Amman for She Leads 2025
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She Leads 2025 Begins: AI for Women Entrepreneurs
Amman, Jordan | May 9, 2025 — With the golden light of a new morning casting promise across the city of Amman, 16 exceptional women from across the MENA Region gathered with a shared ambition
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FNF at Jadara’s German Scientific & Cultural Day
The Friedrich Naumann Foundation joined the German Scientific and Cultural Day at Jadara University, supporting education and cultural exchange between Germany and Jordan.
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A pay raise, or a gate for a new challenge? When the Moroccan government announced a 10% hike in the minimum wage, thousands of workers rejoiced. But behind the applause, small businesses started tightening their belts, and economists raised red flags. Can a wage increase meant to improve lives actually deepen inequality and fuel informality? Explore the hidden costs, the policy paradoxes, and the future of Morocco’s labor market in this deep dive by Mohamed Moutii. Link: https://www.freiheit.org/middle-east-and-north-africa/moroccos-minimum-wage-hike
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Are you a media professional passionate about freedom, democracy, and human rights? Ready to amplify your voice and connect with a network of liberal thinkers across the MENA region? The MENA Media Hub 2025 is here, a unique opportunity for journalists and content creators to level up their skills, expand their impact, and promote liberal values through powerful storytelling. Applications are now open! Learn more and apply now: https://www.freiheit.org/middle-east-and-north-africa/mena-media-hub-2025
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She Leads 2025 has wrapped up, but the impact is just beginning. From May 9–11, 16 inspiring women from across the Middle East and North Africa came together in Amman to explore how Artificial Intelligence can drive their entrepreneurial visions forward. Organized by FNF MENA in partnership with IFLRY, this 3-day training offered more than skills; it built a regional network of future-ready women leaders. Read the full story and discover how these changemakers are shaping the future of innovation in MENA: https://www.freiheit.org/middle-east-and-north-africa/she-leads-2025-empowers-mena-women-through-ai
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