Keywords: Affordable Housing


Spain unveils new housing package with €10 billion funding after parliamentary setback

Spain’s government has introduced a revised package of measures aimed at addressing the country’s housing crisis, days after Parliament rejected an earlier version of the proposals. The new initiative comes amid growing public pressure over rising rents, limited affordable housing and the......

Portugal faces mounting housing pressure as prices rise at fastest pace in the EU

Portugal is facing growing pressure in its housing market, with house prices continuing to rise sharply and access to affordable accommodation remaining a major challenge for households. According to the latest figures from Eurostat, Portuguese house prices increased by 16.5 percent year on year in......

Spain proposes extending eviction protections until 2030 amid housing crisis

Spain’s coalition government has agreed on a new package of housing measures aimed at addressing the country’s worsening affordability crisis, including a proposal to extend protections against evictions until 2030 and introduce greater stability for rental contracts. The measures were agreed......

Madrid housing protests grow after eviction of 87-year-old tenant

Hundreds of protesters remained camped in Madrid’s Puerta del Sol on Monday, demanding stronger protection for tenants and action to address Spain’s worsening housing affordability crisis. The protest followed a mass demonstration in the capital over the weekend and the eviction of an 87-year-old......

German coalition unveils reform package featuring €10 billion tax relief and pension changes

Germany's ruling coalition has announced a broad package of economic and social reforms aimed at boosting growth, easing pressure on households and addressing housing shortages, as Chancellor Friedrich Merz faces mounting political challenges. The measures include €10 billion ($11 billion)......

Al Barid Bank and Al Omrane deepen Morocco housing access partnership

Al Barid Bank and Al Omrane Holding have signed a new partnership agreement aimed at expanding access to housing across Morocco, as authorities intensify efforts to support low and middle income households through targeted financing and real estate development programs. The agreement reflects royal......

Marrakech hosts francophone housing network summit on affordable and sustainable shelter

Morocco is hosting the 58th edition of the Réseau Habitat et Francophonie conference on May 8 and 9 in Marrakech, an international gathering organized by the Al Omrane Group under the authority of the Ministry of National Territory Planning, Urban Development, Housing, and City Policy. The event......

Morocco’s housing aid program benefits over 71,000 citizens

More than 71,000 Moroccans have benefited from Morocco’s direct housing aid program since its launch, according to Fatima Ezzahra El Mansouri, the Minister of Urban Planning. Speaking before the House of Representatives on Monday, El Mansouri highlighted the program’s growing success and......

Over 36,000 young Moroccans gain access to affordable housing through state program

More than 36,000 young Moroccans have benefited from the government’s housing assistance program, aimed at boosting home ownership and improving access to affordable housing. Fatima Ezzahra El Mansouri, Minister of Urban Planning, Housing, and City Policy, provided an update before the House of......