Comprehensive Investment in Morocco's Healthcare Infrastructure
The Moroccan government's 2027 Finance Law (PLF) outlines a robust plan to enhance the country's healthcare infrastructure by allocating a significant budget of 1.8 billion dirhams for the modernization of 1,600 health centers as part of the second phase of the rehabilitation program for primary healthcare facilities. Additionally, a further 1.5 billion dirhams is earmarked for the rehabilitation and renewal of 90 hospitals across various regions, demonstrating the government's commitment to improving healthcare accessibility and quality throughout Morocco.
In a bid to bolster specialized healthcare services, the government is also increasing investments in university hospitals. This initiative aims to expand the range of specialized medical offerings, modernize diagnostic capabilities, and enhance emergency care services. Construction and equipping of new university hospitals in Béni Mellal, Guelmim, and Errachidia are ongoing, with an allocation of 1.6 billion dirhams in 2027. The total budget of 4.6 billion dirhams set for 2027 will fund the continuation of provincial and regional hospital projects, as well as psychiatric facilities, specialty hospitals, and local health centers.
Regional Progress on Hospital Construction and Rehabilitation
The report on the regional distribution of investment details the ongoing construction and reconstruction of hospitals across all 12 regions, including their advancement rates as of June 30. In the Tanger-Tétouan-Al Hoceïma region, for example, the reconstruction of the provincial hospital in Ouazzane, which has a capacity of 120 beds, is currently 70% complete, with 35% of the budget utilized. A 30-bed psychiatric service is also being integrated into the hospital, with the market awarded and 21.13 million dirhams allocated for 2027. The university hospital in Tangier, with 797 beds, and the specialty hospital in Tétouan, with 380 beds, are already operational.
In the Oriental region, five hospitals are under construction, totaling 1,155 beds and 4.03 billion dirhams. The provincial hospital in Nador, with 250 beds, is nearing completion at 99%, while the hospitals in Taourirt, Berkane, and Guercif are at various stages of construction. Moving to the Fès-Meknès region, the specialty hospital in Meknès is 70% complete, and provincial hospitals are progressing with significant budget allocations for 2027.
In the Rabat-Salé-Kénitra region, the Ibn Sina University Hospital, with 1,044 beds and a budget of 7.31 billion dirhams, is 90% complete and expected to open in 2026. Meanwhile, the provincial hospital in Sidi Slimane is in the study phase, with budget provisions for future development. The Béni Mellal-Khénifra region is also seeing significant hospital construction, including a new university hospital and the reconstruction of a regional hospital.
In Casablanca-Settat, several projects are underway, including the provincial hospital in Mohammedia and plans for hospitals in Settat and Moulay Rachid, with studies currently being launched. The Marrakech-Safi region is focusing on the provincial hospital in Benguerir, nearing completion, while the regional hospital in Marrakech is in the initial study phase. The Drâa-Tafilalet region is progressing with the construction of the university hospital in Errachidia, while in Souss-Massa, the regional university hospital in Agadir is already operational, with new proximity hospitals being developed.
In Guelmim-Oued Noun, the regional hospital is transitioning to a university hospital, with substantial progress made. Lastly, in Laâyoune-Sakia El Hamra, the university hospital is nearing completion, ensuring enhanced healthcare services in this vital part of Morocco. The ongoing developments across these regions reflect Morocco's commitment to expanding and improving its healthcare infrastructure, ultimately enhancing the quality of life for its citizens.
As reported by fr.le360.ma.
