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As summer reaches its peak, the Moroccan government is once again sounding the alarm over the country’s water situation. According to data as of July 7, 2025, the filling rate of national reservoirs does not exceed 37.4%, equating to approximately 4.3 billion cubic meters of stored water. This is a concerning situation that the Head of Government, Aziz Akhannouch, addressed during a meeting of the steering committee for the National Program for Drinking Water Supply and Irrigation 2020-2027 (PNAEPI 20-27). ### A Summer Season Under High Tension Despite some signs of improvement compared to previous months, the level of reserves…

According to this bulletin, an extreme risk of fire has been identified in the provinces of Chefchaouen, Taounate, and Taza, while a high risk has been noted in the provinces of Agadir-Ida-Ou-Tanane, Al Hoceima, Béni Mellal, Essaouira, Fahs-Anjra, Khénifra, Larache, M’diq-Fnideq, Ouezzane, Tangier-Assilah, and Tétouan. Additionally, a medium risk pertains to the provinces of Berkane, Driouch, Ifrane, Kénitra, Khémisset, Nador, Rabat, Salé, Sidi Slimane, Skhirate-Témara, and Taourirt, the ANEF specifies in its bulletin. In this context, the Agency urges all residents near forests, summer visitors, and professionals operating in forest areas to exercise utmost vigilance by taking all necessary precautions…

Morocco takes a new step in its climate commitment. With support from the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and the Global Environment Facility (GEF), the Kingdom is preparing a legal framework dedicated to climate transparency, in line with the requirements of the Paris Agreement. The goal: to enhance the credibility of its actions, strengthen international trust, and facilitate access to green financing. Although the country already has legal and institutional instruments regarding the environment, their compatibility with the Enhanced Transparency Framework (ETF) established by the Paris Agreement must be assessed. This framework requires signatory states to monitor, report, and verify…

At the “Mauritanides” conference held in Nouakchott, the Minister of Energy Transition and Sustainable Development, Leïla Benali, emphasized the urgent need to equip Africa with a mining governance framework based on environmental, social, and governance (ESG) principles. Represented by Ahmed Bouzid, Director General of Energy and Mining Production Development, Ms. Benali advocated for the adoption of a mechanism designed for and by Africa, during the upcoming meeting of African Mining Ministers scheduled for November in Marrakech. ### A Tailored African Model According to the minister, the current frameworks, often inspired by international financial standards, do not meet the specific needs…

The Director General of the African Union Commission, Fathallah Sijilmassi, emphasized the importance of climate financing as a priority for the African continent during a meeting in Addis Ababa on Monday. He highlighted that funding for adaptation without overburdening debt, renewable energy projects, and mobilizing public and private funds, as well as green industrialization, are key topics for Africa in international forums. Sijilmassi was speaking at a side event organized at Kenya’s pavilion during the 2nd African Climate Summit, which assessed the Paris Agreement, ten years after its adoption. He clarified that the African climate agenda is part of the…

Morocco is ramping up its efforts in responsible tourism. The Moroccan National Tourism Office (ONMT) has just finalized a strategic partnership in Rabat with Intrepid Travel, a global leader in sustainable adventure travel, aiming to attract up to 200,000 visitors per year by 2031. The signing of the memorandum of understanding took place at the Australian Embassy, in the presence of His Excellency Damien Donovan. This agreement, which will cover the period from 2026 to 2031, reflects a clear ambition: to make the Kingdom a global reference for travelers seeking authenticity, environmental respect, and immersive experiences. The initiative specifically targets…

The treatment and reuse of wastewater in Morocco is experiencing a marked acceleration. Thanks to an ambitious valorization strategy, the country is able to supply golf courses, maintain urban green spaces, and even support industrial units. However, this momentum hides a more nuanced reality: rural areas remain left out of these advancements. Before the House of Councillors, Interior Minister Abdelouafi Laftit presented a detailed report on wastewater management in Morocco. Among the figures highlighted was this: 30 golf courses are currently irrigated using treated wastewater. This sustainable solution also benefits 16 urban municipalities for the irrigation of green spaces, as…

A major turning point in sustainable water management in West Africa: ACWA Power, the Saudi desalination giant and a pioneer in green hydrogen, has signed strategic agreements with the government of Senegal for the Great Coast desalination project, the most ambitious ever undertaken in the region. A key feature of this project is that it will be entirely powered by renewable energy, setting a model for future water security and energy transition.Up to 400,000 m³/day of drinking water for DakarWith a total investment of $800 million, the project will be constructed in two phases, each with a capacity of 200,000…

A few months after a historic power outage plunged part of Europe into darkness, Spain faces a harsh reality: its energy transition, previously touted as exemplary, reveals troubling flaws. Behind an official discourse that carefully avoids blaming renewable energies, the concrete decisions made by the authorities betray a barely concealed admission. ### Gas Takes Control According to data reported by Bloomberg, gas consumption for electricity production surged by 41% in the first half of 2025. This remarkable increase is not due to an exceptional demand but rather an urgent need to stabilize a weakened grid. The cause: the massive outage…

Liquid sanitation is entering an accelerated phase in Morocco. The Minister of the Interior, Abdelouafi Laftit, announced before parliamentarians an ambitious overhaul of the initial timetable, aiming to generalize urban connections by 2029, five years ahead of the planned deadline. This revision reflects a strong will to address territorial inequalities. Once urban centers are covered, efforts will shift to rural areas, where deficits remain stark. Meanwhile, projects launched under the National Conference on Advanced Regionalization will see their pace intensified. A total budget of 56 billion dirhams has been allocated for the period from 2025 to 2034. Of this amount,…