The Government of Morocco has launched a comprehensive programme to support communities affected by recent flooding in the Northern and Western regions of the country.
This follows High Royal Instructions issued after exceptional rainfall over the past two months.
A statement released by the Office of the Head of Government on Friday, February 13, said the initiative was developed after an on-the-ground assessment of the damage and the urgent needs of affected communities.
According to the statement, all relevant government departments have been mobilised to ensure the timely and effective implementation of the measures.
Under the relief package, families directly impacted by the floods will receive financial assistance of up to MAD 6,000. An additional MAD 15,000 will be provided for the rehabilitation of damaged homes and small businesses, while MAD 140,000 will be allocated for the reconstruction of houses that collapsed due to the severe weather.
Distribution of the emergency financial support is expected to begin next week. Heads of affected households are required to send a text message to shortcode 1212, providing their electronic national identity card (CNIE) number and date of birth for verification and processing.
For rehabilitation and reconstruction support, specialised committees will conduct detailed assessments in areas officially designated as disaster zones. Individuals may also submit applications directly to these committees for review under existing regulatory procedures, ensuring a transparent and equitable process.
In the agricultural sector, the government will roll out a spring cropping programme tailored to the affected regions. The initiative includes support for the cultivation of oilseeds, cereals and fodder crops, as well as subsidies for seeds and fertilisers. Assistance to livestock farmers affected by the floods will also continue.
The statement noted that the programme aligns with High Royal directives to ensure effective supervision of evacuation and displacement operations.
It emphasised proactive management of potential risks and the mobilisation of logistical resources to facilitate the safe evacuation of residents from high-risk areas and their return once conditions improve.
