Eng. Youssef Daafi is a Geologist Engineer graduated from “Ecole Nationale Supérieur des Mines de Rabat”, MSc, Cadi Ayyad University in « Metallogeny, Certificate Colorado School of Mines in “Phosphate Mining” , MSc at HEC-Paris in «Geopolitics and Geoeconomics of emerging Africa». Long standing interest and diverse technical expertise in mining sector. Visited and worked in several countries. Former lecturer, highly engaged in Geological Sciences at UM6P (EMINES, ESAFE...). Recognized by several international and national organizations: CPG (Certified professional Geologist) at AIPG (American Institute of professional Geologists), EurGeol (European Geologist) at EFG (European Federation of Geologists), RM (Registered Member) at SME (Society for Mining, Metallurgy and Exploration), QP (Qualified Person) in Geology and ore reserves at MMSA (Mining and Metallurgical Society of America), Regular Member at EGU (European Geosciences Union) and Licensed Person by Moroccan Ministry of Energy, Mines and Environment.