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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......

Development of Irrigated Agricultural Areas Below Kheng Grou Dam

The government continues its efforts to enhance agricultural potential through the development of hydro-agricultural projects. In preparation for the Kheng Grou Dam, currently under construction in the Figuig region, a consortium has been tasked with conducting a study on the development of hydro-agricultural......

Morocco's Citrus Sector Shows Resilience Amid Water Crisis, Projects 192,000-Ton Harvest

Morocco's citrus industry demonstrates remarkable adaptability as it forecasts a production of 192,300 tons for the 2024-2025 season in the Berkane province's Moulouya irrigated region, despite ongoing environmental challenges. The projection, announced by Hafida El Aallam, head of agricultural......

Morocco Allocates MAD 30 Billion to Modernize National Power Grid

Morocco is set to invest nearly MAD 30 billion in its national electricity transmission network between 2024 and 2030, marking a significant expansion of the country's power infrastructure. This investment package excludes a planned high-voltage electricity link project connecting southern and central......

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 Agricultural Crisis Deepens: Climate Change and Water Scarcity Transform Farming Landscape

Severe drought conditions and persistent climate challenges are reshaping Morocco's agricultural sector, with the nation's prominent farming regions experiencing significant declines in production, particularly affecting wheat cultivation. Recent satellite data from the Copernicus program has......

Morocco's Agricultural Outlook Brightens as Strategic Reforms Meet Favorable Weather

Morocco's agricultural sector is witnessing a promising transformation at the outset of the 2024-2025 season, backed by strategic government initiatives and improved rainfall patterns that are helping to ease the country's prolonged water crisis. Recent meteorological data from the Directorate......

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's Ambitious Road Infrastructure Plan: Aiming for 67% Optimal Conditions by 2027

In a significant stride towards enhancing its road infrastructure, Morocco has set an ambitious target to upgrade 67% of its roads to optimal condition by 2027. This initiative, spearheaded by the Minister of Equipment and Water, Nizar Baraka, aims to address regional disparities and improve overall......