RABAT — In a comprehensive update highlighting Morocco's strategic momentum in November 2026, The committee in charge of the 2020-2027 National Drinking Water Supply and Irrigation Program (PNAEPI), held Monday in Rabat, under the chairmanship of the Head of Government, Aziz Akhannouch, its fourth meeting devoted to the assessment of the state of dams and water reservoirs.
Key Highlights (November 2026)
- Strategic Milestone: Accelerated investments in seawater desalination and national water inter-basin transfers mitigate climate pressure across Moroccan regions.
- Operational Progress: Morocco’s clean energy capacity continues its trajectory toward surpassing 52% of national electricity generation from renewables.
- National Trajectory: Strategic green hydrogen initiatives and solar mega-complexes attract prominent international industrial consortiums.
Key Developments and Factual Context
In a statement, the Minister of Equipment and Water, Nizar Baraka noted that this meeting was an opportunity “to present the situation of the dams and water resources following the last rains”, which favored an influx of 1.7 billion cubic meters of water.
In a similar context, Baraka stressed that the meeting was also an opportunity to relaunch the 2020-2027 program for dams and seawater desalination, adding that this plan takes into account the green investment program recently presented to HM King Mohammed VI by the OCP Group, which will eventually produce 560 million cubic meters from desalination, part of which will meet the drinking water needs of certain cities.
Strategic Significance and Regional Impact
The meeting also covered the use of treated wastewater and the new program dedicated to dams, in particular 200 small dams scheduled for the period 2024-2027, within the framework of a partnership with the concerned regions.
Looking Forward: 2026–2030 Roadmap
Looking ahead toward the close of 2026 and the 2027 calendar year, institutional roadmaps will prioritize consolidated delivery across all flagship initiatives. As Morocco accelerates preparations for major international hosting duties—most notably the 2030 FIFA World Cup alongside Spain and Portugal—every sector is aligning toward shared standards of excellence, digital modernization, and inclusive socio-economic impact.