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Institutional and social initiatives in Ceuta

Overview

In late August 2026, the Mayor of Malaga, Francisco de la Torre, proposed that the European Union establish a scholarship and vocational training program for Moroccan minors arriving in Ceuta. The initiative seeks to address migration challenges by investing in human capital within Morocco, allowing youths to complete education in specialties that meet local labor market needs. De la Torre suggested this approach could transform migration into a choice rather than a necessity driven by lack of opportunity.

By September 2026, institutional cooperation in Ceuta expanded through a visit by the Mayor of Granada, Marifrán Carazo. This visit focused on strengthening historical ties and fostering innovation, including the inauguration of new headquarters for artificial intelligence research and emerging technologies at the University of Granada’s Ceuta Campus. Additionally, efforts were made to advance a formal twinning process between Granada and Ceuta, alongside support for Granada’s candidacy for the 2031 European Capital of Culture.

Entities

Ceuta · Granada · AI Granada Research & Innovation Foundation · European Union · Marifrán Carazo

Timeline

  1. 1 day ago

    [INTERNATIONAL] 3 sources
    Granada Mayor visits Ceuta to boost AI research and cultural cooperation

    Granada Mayor Marifrán Carazo is visiting Ceuta to strengthen institutional ties, support Granada’s 2031 European Capital of Culture bid, and inaugurate new artificial intelligence research facilities.

  2. 26 days ago

    [INTERNATIONAL] 2 sources
    Malaga Mayor proposes EU scholarships for Moroccan minors in Ceuta

    Malaga Mayor Francisco de la Torre proposed EU-funded scholarships and vocational training for Moroccan minors in Ceuta to encourage professional development in Morocco and address long-term migration drivers.

Sources

ahoragranada.com · akhbarona.com · al3omk.com · elfarodeceuta.es · lagacetadegranada.es