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Keywords: Water Security


Early completion of Tamri dam promises water security for Agadir

The highly anticipated Tamri dam, located in the Agadir Ida-Outanane province, is now set to be completed by early 2026, three years ahead of its initial 2029 schedule. This announcement was made on Tuesday by Nizar Baraka, Morocco’s Minister of Equipment and Water, during a site visit to the construction......

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 Targets 1.7 Billion M³ of Desalinated Water by 2030 Amid Water Crisis

Morocco has set an ambitious goal of producing 1.7 billion cubic meters (m³) of desalinated water by 2030 as part of its ongoing efforts to combat the country’s water crisis. This target is central to the updated National Water Plan (PNE), which will guide the country’s water strategy......

UM6P Hosts 6th IAHR Congress to Shape Africa’s Water Security Future

The University Mohammed VI Polytechnic (UM6P) in Benguerir is at the forefront of Africa's water policy discussions, hosting the 6th African Congress of the International Association for Hydro-Environment Engineering and Research (IAHR). This pivotal event, running from December 9 to 12, addresses......

Nizar Baraka: "Coastal Cities Will Become Suppliers of Drinking Water for Inland Cities"

During the 16th edition of the MEDays Forum, held from November 27 to 30, 2024, in Tangier under the theme "Sovereignties and Resilience: Towards a New Global Balance," Nizar Baraka, Morocco's Minister of Equipment and Water, outlined ambitious initiatives aimed at securing the country's......

Morocco's Koudiat Borna Dam: A Crucial Step Towards Water Security

Morocco is taking significant strides to address its intensifying water crisis, with the Koudiat Borna dam project in Sidi Kacem province emerging as a key component of the nation's water infrastructure strategy. As of October 7, 2024, construction of the dam has reached 89% completion, with operations......

Morocco's Jorf Lasfar Plant Expands: A Wave of Change in Water Security

In a bold move to combat water scarcity, Morocco's Jorf Lasfar seawater desalination plant is significantly increasing its production capacity. The facility, operated by the OCP Group, is set to play a crucial role in supplying water to El Jadida, Casablanca, and surrounding areas. Initially established......

Morocco's Ambitious Ratba Dam Project Advances: A Beacon of Hope for Water Security

In the heart of Morocco's Taounate province, a monumental engineering feat is taking shape. The Ratba Dam, a cornerstone of the country's water management strategy, is rapidly progressing towards completion. With an impressive price tag of MAD 4 billion ($400 million), this project is set to......

Striking a Balance: Morocco's Quest for Water Security

As the world confronts the mounting challenges of water scarcity, Morocco stands at a critical juncture. The nation is facing an escalating water crisis that threatens its environmental, economic, and societal stability. Each year, Morocco's water issues worsen. Current estimates suggest that there......

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