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Morocco grapples with critical water shortages as drought intensifies

Morocco has emerged as one of the nations most severely affected by dwindling water resources, according to the 2024 Global Water Monitor report. The findings reveal that the country experienced one of the lowest surface water levels in Africa last year, underscoring the escalating challenges posed by......

Morocco's Dam Reserves Show Promising Rise Amid Ongoing Water Challenges

Morocco's water situation has taken a positive turn as dam reserves across the country reached a filling rate of 28.44% as of January 2, 2025, according to recent data from the Ministry of Equipment and Water. This marks a notable improvement from the 23.27% recorded during the same period last year. The......

Morocco's Wheat Crisis Deepens as Drought Slashes Production to 15-Year Low

Morocco's agricultural sector faces unprecedented challenges as severe drought conditions drive wheat production to its lowest levels since 2008, forcing the nation to dramatically increase its reliance on Russian imports to meet domestic demand. The North African nation's 2024 wheat harvest......

Morocco Unveils Strategic Wheat Import Support Plan Amid Drought Crisis

Morocco has announced a comprehensive financial support system for soft wheat imports, set to launch in early 2025, as the country grapples with severe drought conditions affecting domestic production. The initiative, spanning from January to April 2025, represents a coordinated effort between the Ministry......

Severe Winter Weather Alert: Morocco's Atlas Mountains Brace for Heavy Snowfall

Morocco's mountainous regions are preparing for significant snowfall this weekend, as the Directorate General of Meteorology (DGM) issues an orange-level alert for multiple provinces. The weather system is expected to bring substantial snow accumulation from Saturday through Monday, potentially affecting......

Water Resource Management in Morocco A Growing Challenge Amidst Drought

In the past three months, the reservoirs of Morocco’s dams have increased by just one billion cubic meters, a marginal rise considering the country's water demands. Between September 1 and mid-December 2024, Morocco experienced below-average precipitation levels, ranging from 3.6 mm to 132......

COP16 A Milestone in Combating Desertification

The 16th session of the Conference of the Parties (COP16) to the United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification (UNCCD) concluded in Riyadh with the adoption of 35 resolutions aimed at addressing critical environmental challenges. These measures focus on combating land degradation and drought, managing......

Cooler Temperatures and Rain Forecast for Morocco This Week

Morocco is set to experience a shift in weather conditions this week, with cooler temperatures and rain expected across several provinces. This change is due to a low-pressure system moving in from the north, bringing cold air and moisture from the upper atmosphere. According to El Houssain Youabed,......

Water Crisis Deepens in Morocco: Government Invests in Desalination to Support Agriculture

Morocco is grappling with a severe water crisis as drought conditions persist, significantly impacting its agricultural sector. During a parliamentary session, Minister of Agriculture Mohamed El Bouari highlighted the critical state of the nation’s water resources, with agricultural dams operating......

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