According to a report from the World Bank, Moroccan coastal tourism is severely threatened by climate change, with a risk of a contraction of 32% of jobs by 2035. Currently, this sector employs more than 300,000 people and represents 30% of all tourism in Morocco, with regions like Agadir, Tangier-Tetouan, and Casablanca attracting the majority of visitors.
The report highlights that the decline in tourist spending could reach between 8% and 18% by 2035, affecting not only the number of visitors but also key segments such as accommodation and food supply. Small businesses, in particular, are at risk of suffering significant losses, and women, who make up a large part of the workforce, could be disproportionately affected.
To address these challenges, the World Bank advocates for a transition to sustainable tourism, focused on ecotourism and climate-resilient infrastructure. The report aims to guide the government toward tourism planning that transforms current vulnerability into opportunities for innovation and renewal. Despite encouraging performances observed in some sectors, tourism remains fragile in the face of increasing climate uncertainties.
