Minister of Health Presents Comprehensive Report on Morocco’s Healthcare System

Health and Social Protection Minister Amine Tehrawy presented a detailed overview of developments in the national healthcare system and major ongoing projects and reforms during a parliamentary session on Tuesday, December 31.

The minister revealed that during 2023-2024, the ministry operationalized new healthcare facilities with a capacity exceeding 2,100 beds, including the University Hospital Center in Tangier (797 beds), the Regional Hospital Center in Kenitra (450 beds), and the Regional Hospital Center in Al Hoceima (250 beds).

Tehrawy announced the ongoing construction and reconstruction of 78 hospital facilities with an additional capacity of 11,468 beds at a total cost of 42 billion dirhams. He also highlighted ongoing projects including five university hospital centers in Agadir, Laayoune, Guelmim, Errachidia, and Beni Mellal.

Regarding human resources, the minister confirmed that the ministry has set an ambitious program aimed at increasing the ratio of healthcare professionals from 18 per 10,000 inhabitants in 2022 to 45 per 10,000 by 2030, with a budget exceeding 3 billion dirhams.

Key Statistical Data:

New Healthcare Facilities 2023-2024

FacilityBed Capacity
Tangier University Hospital Center797
Kenitra Regional Hospital Center450
Al Hoceima Regional Hospital Center250
Local Hospitals (8 units)~600

Ongoing Projects and Costs

DescriptionNumberCost (Billion MAD)
New Hospital Facilities7842
Health Center Rehabilitation1,4006.4
Al Houz Earthquake Damaged Facilities1950.818
Structural Projects in Affected Areas1.17

Human Resources Development

Indicator20222030 Target
Healthcare Professionals per 10,000 inhabitants1845
Pedagogical Seats Growth (since 2019)88%
Nursing Bachelor’s Degree Seats8,360
Master’s Degree Seats680

The minister also emphasized the ministry’s commitment to continuing dialogue with social partners and implementing regulatory texts for healthcare system reforms, while ensuring the involvement of trade unions in all stages of healthcare system reform.

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