Morocco, in collaboration with the European Union (EU) delegation in Morocco and the embassies of Germany, Italy, and France, has officially launched a 3.7 billion Moroccan dirham (equivalent to 402.2 million US dollars) program to support the National Water Policy (PNE).
This initiative, announced by the Ministry of Equipment and Water, aims to bolster the country’s efforts in enhancing water sector governance through three key pillars: deepening knowledge of water resources, optimizing management of extreme weather events, and strengthening institutional capacities. The program also includes technical assistance and the exchange of best practices between Moroccan and European institutions.
The financial package comprises a 514.4 million dirham contribution from the European Union, alongside three loans totaling 3.2 billion dirhams secured from European financial institutions.
Morocco faces severe water stress, exacerbated by climate change, rising water demand, seven consecutive years of drought, and significant rainfall deficits. To counter these challenges, the Kingdom has embarked on multiple projects, including the construction of dams, development of hydraulic interconnections, wastewater reuse, and implementation of water-saving programs in potable and irrigation networks.
The country is also prioritizing seawater desalination as a strategic solution to bolster its water security. This approach aims to meet over 50% of drinking water needs by 2030 and support agricultural irrigation, thereby reinforcing food sovereignty.
