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Maroc
4 days ago
- Politics
- Maroc
Home Reconstruction Completed for 46,650 Families in Al-Haouz
A total of 46,650 families have completed construction and rehabilitation work on their homes, as part of the Al-Haouz earthquake reconstruction and development program. The total amount provided to families for the reconstruction and rehabilitation of their damaged homes exceeded MAD 4.2 billion, while the total amount of emergency aid, set at MAD 2,500 per month, was at over MAD 2.4 billion, according to a press release from the Head of Government's office, issued at the close of Thursday's meeting in Rabat of the Interministerial Commission in charge of Reconstruction and Development Program for areas affected by the Al-Haouz earthquake, chaired by Head of Government Aziz Akhannouch. During the meeting, the members of the commission attended a presentation by the Managing Director of the High Atlas Development Agency, highlighting the progress made in implementing the program at all levels. As a result, the number of remaining tents has dropped from 129,000 to 47, to be completely dismantled by next September, the press release adds, pointing out that land solutions were reached for some 4,895 dwellings located in areas with difficult access. In the infrastructure sector, work on the construction and upgrading of four sections of the National Road 7 trunk road is progressing at a rate of between 25% and 65%, according to the same source, and construction work was launched on 165 kilometers of roads and 29 engineering structures, for a total budget of MAD 920 million. As for the education sector, rehabilitation and reconstruction work on schools is ongoing, with work completed on 269 schools. Concerning the health sector, rehabilitation work has been completed on 70 health centers, and 35 health centers will be restored by end of August 2025, plus 14 health centers by the end of October 2025. With regard to the agricultural sector, the action plan involving free distribution of livestock and barley to farmers, as well as the rehabilitation of agricultural and economic infrastructure, has been fully implemented, the same source notes, pointing out that in the water sector, damage to 43 hydrological stations has been repaired, in addition to connecting several douars to a restored drinking water distribution network. In the tourism sector, 229 tourist establishments benefited from the first phase of aid, for a budget of MAD 61.1 million, while the second phase benefited 95 establishments for a budget of MAD 30 million. The meeting also provided an opportunity to review the operation to assist the 1,600 retailers whose sale points were affected by the earthquake. MAP: 10 July 2025
Morocco World
19-03-2025
- Business
- Morocco World
Over 33,600 Families Rebuild Homes After Al Haouz Earthquake
Rabat – A total of 33,636 families have completed rebuilding or repairing their damaged homes following the Al Haouz earthquake. Director General of the High Atlas Development Agency, Said Laith, provided updates on the housing reconstruction progress in a government meeting, chaired by head of government Aziz Akhannouch today in Rabat. Laith added that construction work on 14,463 houses has surpassed 50% completion, while the overall rebuilding process has started on 52,669 homes. The meeting also addressed challenges in mountainous regions, where special measures were taken for 4,633 homes in 12 villages. Among them, 1,378 families have been relocated to areas with available land for reconstruction. The government said in a statement that families whose homes were fully or partially destroyed received monthly emergency aid of MAD 2,500, which has now been extended for an additional five months. Since the aid program began, the total financial support has reached MAD 2.3 billion. The government also reviewed the reconstruction of 165 schools, while work continues on 763 more, expected to be ready for the next academic year. In addition, 42 health centers have been fully rehabilitated, and 17 more are nearing completion. Meanwhile, 92 new projects are in progress to improve medical services in affected areas, added the statement. The government also confirmed the completion of the first phase of its agricultural recovery plan, with MAD 611 million allocated to restore farming infrastructure, support livestock farmers, and provide free feed for animals. Efforts to repair key roadways are also advancing, including work on the 64-kilometer-long National Road No. 7. Water supply restoration is also a priority, the government said, with repairs completed on damaged pipelines and 43 hydrological stations. The Al Haouz earthquake severely impacted businesses, and 1,408 shop owners have received financial support totaling MAD &27 million to help them recover. The tourism sector has also received assistance, with 227 hotels and guesthouses benefiting from the first round of funding, worth over MAD 60 million, and 82 additional establishments receiving a second round of support totaling MAD 26 million. Akhannouch acknowledged the progress in reconstruction efforts but urged the High Atlas Development Agency to accelerate the pace, especially for families still living in tents. The devastating earthquake caused widespread destruction to houses and infrastructure. A year and a half later, many affected communities still live in tents under harsh conditions. In the wake of the recent heavy rain and snow that several Moroccan regions, including Al Haouz, have witnessed, renewed calls have emerged to find a solution for these communities. Tags: Al Haouz EarthquakeEarthquakerebuild houses
