Significant Investment for Flood Protection in Taza
On Tuesday, October 27, 2026, the Fès-Meknès Regional Council approved several partnership agreements aimed at bolstering economic and social development in the region. Among these agreements is a noteworthy initiative focused on protecting the city of Taza from flooding and mitigating its impacts on residents, properties, and infrastructure.
This anticipated project is part of ongoing efforts to enhance flood risk prevention and improve the protection of areas prone to rainwater accumulation. Financial resources are being mobilized to ensure the successful realization of this initiative.
The total budget allocated to this critical project amounts to 50 million dirhams, with the Fès-Meknès region contributing 10 million dirhams. The remaining funds will be sourced from several institutional partners concerned with the initiative.
The list of partners includes the Ministry of Equipment and Water, the Taza Municipal Council, the Sebou Water Basin Agency, the Ministry of the Interior, and the Ministry of Economy and Finance. This collaborative framework is designed to enhance the city’s protection against flood-related risks.
The project is expected to significantly reduce the potential impacts of flooding on the population, properties, and essential infrastructure, thereby ensuring citizen safety and preserving the structural integrity of Taza.
The ratification of this agreement highlights the continued support for prospective projects in the realm of natural disaster prevention and aims to strengthen coordination among various stakeholders involved in managing water-related risks and safeguarding urban areas from flooding in the Fès-Meknès region.
As reported by maadialna.ma.
