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Tragic Floods in Marrakech Expose Critical Infrastructure Flaws, Prompts Calls for Accountability

In a devastating turn of events, two young siblings lost their lives in floodwaters on the outskirts of Marrakech, Morocco, following a brief but intense rainfall. The tragedy has sparked outrage and calls for an investigation into the city's infrastructure and urban planning practices. The incident......

Rabat's Urban Renaissance: Moroccan Capital Clinches Prestigious UN-Habitat Award

Rabat, Morocco's capital city, has achieved international acclaim by winning the 2024 UN-Habitat Scroll of Honor Award for its outstanding urban development initiatives. This prestigious recognition was announced during the World Habitat Day celebrations in Queretaro, Mexico, highlighting Rabat's......

CNDH Advocates for Equitable Urban Development in Morocco

The National Human Rights Council (CNDH) of Morocco convened its third “Agora of Human Rights” session today, tackling the pressing issues and prospects associated with the nation's rapidly expanding urban landscapes. Under the theme “The Right to the City and the City of Rights:......

Casablanca's Urbanization Quest: Seeking a New Director to Streamline Processes

Casablanca is embarking on a mission to overhaul its urban planning department. Nabila Rmili, the president of the Communal Council, has announced a call for applications to appoint a new Head of the Urban Planning Service, following the removal of the previous incumbent. This change follows complaints......

Morocco Rallies Unified Efforts for Successful 2030 World Cup Co-Hosting

In a historic move, Morocco has taken a decisive step towards realizing its ambitious goal of co-hosting the 2030 FIFA World Cup alongside Spain and Portugal. On Thursday, May 2nd, a high-level ministerial meeting convened at the Ministry of Interior's headquarters, setting in motion a comprehensive......

Realizing Homeownership Dreams: Morocco's Bold Initiative

The Moroccan government has recently unveiled a groundbreaking initiative aimed at turning homeownership dreams into reality for a larger segment of its citizens. The response has been overwhelmingly positive, with almost 8,000 Moroccans promptly applying for direct housing support within days of the......

Realizing Housing Dreams: Nearly 8,000 Moroccans Benefit from New Government Initiative

In response to a novel government initiative providing direct housing support, an overwhelming wave of enthusiasm has emerged, as evidenced by the submission of over 8,000 applications within the initial days of its launch. According to data released by the Ministry of National Planning, Urban Planning,......

Urban Planning: Setting the Foundations for a Forward-Looking, Strategic, and Sustainable Urban Vision

In a recent statement in Rabat, Minister of National Territorial Planning, Urbanism, Housing, and City Policy, Fatima Zahra Mansouri, revealed a dedicated effort within her department to overhaul the national urban policy. The objective is to establish a strategic and sustainable urban planning framework......