Morocco to Host the 58th RHF Conference Focusing on Sustainable Housing
On May 8 and 9, 2026, Marrakech will serve as the focal point for Francophone urban discourse as it hosts the 58th Conference of the Habitat and Francophonie Network (RHF). This prestigious international summit, organized by the Al Omrane Group, will take place at the Palais des Congrès and aims to bring together public decision-makers, experts, and institutions to deliberate on the theme "Towards an Integrated Approach to Sustainable Affordable Housing." Under the auspices of the Ministry of National Land Planning, Urbanism, Housing, and City Policy, and presided over by the minister in charge, this event transcends mere institutional frameworks. It aligns with royal directives that prioritize access to decent and sustainable housing as a national imperative.
Morocco's selection as the host for this edition underscores its pivotal role as a forum for dialogue and active cooperation within the Francophone community, demonstrating a steadfast commitment to reducing territorial disparities and strengthening international ties. The organization of this significant gathering reflects the ministry's dedication to enhancing international cooperation and promoting sustainable housing solutions. Furthermore, it highlights the pivotal role of the Al Omrane Group, a key public player in the implementation of housing and urban planning policies, which through this initiative, showcases its capacity to unite efforts beyond borders.
Al Omrane Group: A Catalyst for Urban Policy Transformation
The conference is designed as a platform for exchanging expertise and sharing best practices and will feature a comprehensive program consisting of plenary sessions and thematic panels. Discussions will center on contemporary challenges within the sector, particularly the necessity for an integrated approach to sustainability. The agenda will analytically explore pathways to reconcile social equity, inherent to affordable housing, with high environmental performance and economic viability.
In a world grappling with multiple shocks, the resilience of territories will receive particular attention. Experts will examine rehabilitation and reconstruction strategies, which have become essential responses to contexts characterized by vulnerability and geoclimatic crises. Achieving these urban transformations requires a new approach to governance, where partnership dynamics and territorial involvement are crucial for the success of sustainable housing strategies.
Moreover, the conference will shed light on other vital levers that have contributed to the sector's transformation, including the inevitable reliance on technological innovation and digital shifts, alongside an increasing use of eco-friendly materials in construction. Finally, realizing these ambitions will demand advanced engineering in financing. Discussions will unveil innovative financial models capable of synergizing efforts among international institutions, the state, local authorities, the private sector, and households themselves.
The 58th RHF Conference is envisioned as a space for projection and collective intelligence, providing a significant opportunity to identify appropriate responses to housing challenges. Through the hosting of this prestigious event, Morocco emphatically reaffirms its commitment to global housing dynamics, solidifying its crucial role in advocating for housing policies that promote equitable access to affordable and sustainable housing solutions.
As reported by fr.hespress.com.
