Keywords: Earthquake Recovery


EU Commissioner Visits Morocco, Pledges Support for Earthquake Recovery

European Commissioner for Neighborhood and Enlargement, Oliver Varhelyi, arrived in Morocco on Monday for a pivotal visit aimed at strengthening bilateral ties and advancing key development initiatives. Varhelyi’s mission is underscored by a €190 million funding agreement signed with Morocco’s......

Morocco and EU Partner to Advance Earthquake Recovery with €190 Million Investment

Morocco and the European Union (EU) have signed a €190 million (approximately 2 billion MAD) financing agreement aimed at accelerating the recovery of areas devastated by the 2023 Al Haouz earthquake. The deal, formalized in Rabat by Morocco’s Minister Delegate for the Budget, Fouzi Lekjaa,......

EIB Strengthens Morocco Partnership with €1 Billion Post-Earthquake Recovery Investment

The European Investment Bank (EIB) has strengthened its long-standing partnership with Morocco by providing a significant €1 billion loan package. This marks a notable expansion of the EIB's nearly €10 billion investment in the country since 1979. EIB Vice President Ioannis Tsakiris outlined......

Strengthening Bonds: U.S. Commitment to Morocco's Earthquake Recovery Efforts

The United States has reaffirmed its commitment to support Morocco's ongoing recovery efforts following the devastating earthquake that struck the Al Haouz region in September last year. This renewal of support underscores the longstanding friendship between the two nations and highlights the continued......

Morocco and EIB Sign $532 Million Deal for Al Haouz Earthquake Recovery

Morocco has secured a vital agreement with the European Investment Bank (EIB) to finance the recovery efforts for the regions affected by the Al Haouz earthquake. The Ministry of Economy and Finance, represented by Minister Delegate Fouzi Lekjaa, and EIB Vice President Ioannis Tsakiris, signed the deal......

Reviving Agriculture: Al Haouz Earthquake Recovery Program Secures $18 Million

In the aftermath of the devastating Al Haouz earthquake, a significant step towards recovery has been taken, with the announcement of an $18 million program aimed at reviving the region's crippled agricultural sector. The Al Haouz earthquake, which struck in September 2023, left a trail of destruction......

Morocco's Resilience Unshaken: Ijoukak's New Education Center Brings Hope for Recovery After Al Haouz Quake

In the aftermath of the devastating Al Haouz earthquake that struck Morocco in 2023, the nation has been working tirelessly to rebuild and recover. Amidst the rubble, a beacon of hope has emerged in the form of Ijoukak's new education center, a testament to the resilience and determination of the......

One Year After Al Haouz Earthquake, High Atlas on Slow but Steady Recovery Path

Today marks the one-year anniversary of the devastating Al Haouz earthquake that struck Morocco on September 8, 2023. This seismic event, measuring 6.4 on the Richter scale, was centered about 70 kilometers southeast of Marrakech and resulted in profound human and material losses. Official reports indicate......

Morocco's Earthquake Survivors: A Year of Struggle and Resilience

Nearly a year after a devastating 6.9 magnitude earthquake struck Morocco's Atlas Mountains, survivors continue to face significant challenges in rebuilding their lives. The September 2023 disaster, which claimed around 3,000 lives and displaced approximately 500,000 people, left a trail of destruction......