Keywords: Waste Management


Casablanca plans financial fee for major waste producers

The city of Casablanca is preparing to introduce a financial fee targeting major waste producers as part of a broader reform of its urban cleanliness and waste management system. Under the proposed measure, large generators of waste—such as hotels, restaurants and fast-food establishments—would......

Fez named finalist in Bloomberg challenge for urban waste innovation

Fez, Morocco’s historic and cultural jewel, has been selected as one of 50 global finalists in Bloomberg Philanthropies’ 2025 Mayors Challenge. This prestigious competition recognizes cities with bold, innovative solutions to pressing urban challenges. Fez’s proposal, centered on waste......

Strengthening Waste Management in Morocco: A New $250 Million Program from the World Bank

The World Bank has approved a significant financial boost for Morocco’s waste management sector with a $250 million grant aimed at improving the management of municipal solid waste. This initiative, called the Municipal Solid Waste Management Support Program, seeks to enhance both the financial......

Morocco's Waste Import Controversy: Ministry Defends 2.5 Million Ton Deal Amid Growing Public Concern

The debate over Morocco's decision to import 2.5 million tons of European waste has intensified, with the Ministry of Energy Transition and Sustainable Development vigorously defending its controversial stance. The importation, which includes old tires and household waste, has sparked significant......

Gaza's Humanitarian Crisis Deepens as Civilian Casualties Mount

In a stark escalation of the ongoing conflict, Gaza's death toll has surged to 38,664, according to recent reports from local health authorities. This grim statistic is accompanied by an alarming 89,097 injuries, painting a harrowing picture of the human cost of the ongoing hostilities. The Palestinian......

Upholding Cleanliness Amidst Festivities: Laayoune's Concerted Efforts for Eid al-Adha Waste Management

As the joyous occasion of Eid al-Adha unfolded, the city of Laayoune and its dedicated sanitation service provider joined forces to ensure a clean and hygienic environment for residents. With meticulous planning and comprehensive resource mobilization, they aimed to swiftly restore the city's pristine......

Morocco's Advancing Sustainable Waste Management

In a resolute stride towards environmental sustainability, Morocco has made remarkable strides in addressing the pressing issue of household and assimilated waste management. The comprehensive efforts undertaken through the National Program for Household and Assimilated Waste have yielded tangible results,......

Moroccan Ports Steer Towards Sustainable Horizons with Tailored Waste Management Plans

In a proactive stride towards environmental stewardship and sustainable development, Morocco's National Ports Agency (ANP) is poised to embark on an ambitious endeavor—the formulation of comprehensive waste management plans tailored to the nation's commercial ports. This groundbreaking......

Morocco's Quest for Sustainable Waste Management Ahead of the 2030 World Cup

In the House of Representatives, a heated debate erupted as Minister of Energy Transition and Sustainable Development, Leila Benali, faced pointed questions from members of parliament. The topic? The government's waste management strategy for Moroccan cities as the nation prepares to host the 2030......