Dakhla, Morocco invests in infrastructure to become economic hub
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The city of Dakhla in Morocco is carrying out widespread infrastructure improvements as part of its 2022-2027 municipal action plan.
Soulaimane Rmimech, a civil society activist, stated these projects align with a development model for Morocco’s Southern Provinces initiated by King Mohammed VI. Crews are repairing roads on major avenues like Al Oualaa, Hassan II, Hassan Benjelloun, Mohammed Fadel Semlali, and Mohammed V, adding sidewalks, green spaces, and recreational facilities. The municipal council is also upgrading essential services.
They plan to rehabilitate 74 kilometers of drinking water pipelines, installing a dual system for uninterrupted supply, and are investing 100 million dirhams to repair 53 kilometers of wastewater networks connected to a treatment plant. Treated wastewater will irrigate green spaces. Erragheb Hormatollah, president of the Dakhla municipal council, reported that roughly 80% of the 2022-2027 plan is complete, with some projects at 90% completion.
A separate 42 million dirham program will install over 1,000 new lighting poles and 2,500 LED fixtures. Rmimech believes these investments will transform Dakhla into a significant economic center, though continued maintenance will be crucial for long-term success.
