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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......

Strengthening Water Management Cooperation between Morocco and Hungary

Morocco and Hungary have expressed a strong commitment to enhancing their cooperation in the field of water management to address the growing challenges both countries face. During a recent visit to Morocco, Hungarian Foreign Minister Péter Szijjártó emphasized the importance of......

Morocco's Coalition Government Reaffirms Commitment to Palestinian and Lebanese Causes

In a significant meeting, Morocco’s government coalition expressed strong condemnation of the ongoing violence in Palestine and reaffirmed its support for Lebanon. The council's statement underscored the belief that enduring peace and stability in the region can only be achieved through a two-state......

Morocco's Cultural Shift: From Consumer to Creator in the Creative Economy

In a bold move to reshape Morocco's cultural landscape, Minister of Youth, Culture, and Communication Mohamed Mehdi Bensaid has called for a transformation in the nation's approach to cultural and creative industries (CCIs). Speaking at the opening of the second edition of the CCI Sessions in......

National Thrust on Water Sustainability Gains Momentum Following Throne Day Address

In a decisive move to confront the nation's pressing water challenges, Moroccan Prime Minister Aziz Akhannouch presided over a pivotal steering committee meeting for the National Drinking Water Supply and Irrigation Program 2020-2027. This session, held on Tuesday, witnessed the participation of......

Morocco Initiates Construction of $139 Million Viaduct in Laayoune

Morocco has embarked on an ambitious infrastructure project with the commencement of construction on a $139 million viaduct in Laayoune. This significant undertaking is a pivotal component of the Tiznit-Dakhla expressway project, designed to enhance connectivity and bolster the region's infrastructure. On......

Morocco Allocates $1.8 Billion Annually to Enhance Road Infrastructure

Morocco is dedicating an impressive annual investment of MAD 18 billion ($1.8 billion) to upgrade its road infrastructure, according to Minister of Equipment, Nizar Baraka. The minister shared this information during a national symposium on road safety held in Rabat on Wednesday. Baraka emphasized that......

The Ambitious Gibraltar Strait Tunnel Project Regains Momentum

After years of dormancy, an ambitious project to construct a subaquatic tunnel linking Europe and Africa is once again capturing the attention of policymakers and the public alike. The proposed tunnel, estimated to cost a staggering €6 billion, aims to establish a groundbreaking connection between......

Crown Prince Moulay El Hassan Inaugurates Landmark $653 Million Desalination Plant in Casablanca

Africa's Largest Desalination Project Set to Address Morocco's Water Crisis In a significant leap towards addressing Morocco's burgeoning water crisis, Crown Prince Moulay El Hassan has officially commenced the construction of a monumental seawater desalination plant in Casablanca. The groundbreaking......