Morocco is moving forward with a major seawater desalination project in the province of Nador, with construction expected to officially start in 2026, according to Minister of Equipment and Water Nizar Baraka. The initiative is part of the country’s broader response to growing water shortages affecting the eastern region.
The planned facility is set to be a significant infrastructure project, with an estimated production capacity of around 250 million cubic meters of water per year. This places it among the largest desalination plants planned in Morocco and the wider region.
Once completed, the plant will supply drinking water to Nador and Driouch, as well as nearby areas. It is also expected to ease pressure on existing water sources, which have been increasingly strained due to prolonged drought conditions.
Beyond drinking water supply, the project is expected to benefit local agriculture by providing a more reliable source of irrigation water, helping farmers maintain production and sustain rural livelihoods.
The plant will use modern, environmentally conscious technologies designed to improve efficiency and ensure long-term sustainability, in line with Morocco’s ongoing efforts to develop innovative solutions for water management.
Overall, the project is part of a wider wave of water-related investments in the eastern region, aimed at strengthening infrastructure and supporting the area’s long-term economic development.
