Morocco’s Dam Filling Rate Approaches 40% After Years of Drought

Morocco is witnessing a noticeable recovery in its water reserves after a decade of drought that significantly impacted various sectors, especially agriculture. The Ministry of Equipment and Water reported an increase in dam filling rates, reaching 37% as of March 23, 2025, equivalent to 6.23 billion cubic meters of water.

This figure is positive compared to the same period in 2024, when the filling rate did not exceed 26.56%, equivalent to 4.28 billion cubic meters. This significant difference clearly reflects the impact of recent rainfall on the national water reserves.

The rains that fell in various regions of Morocco in recent weeks brought joy to farmers and livestock breeders, especially in areas that suffered from water scarcity and low crop yields.

Agriculture has begun to recover, including grains, oilseeds, and fruit trees, raising hopes for a promising agricultural season. This improvement is expected to contribute to stabilizing the prices of agricultural products, which had risen in markets, thus achieving a better balance between supply and demand.

Thanks to this rainfall, Morocco appears to be recovering from the effects of a decade-long drought. However, this recovery requires sound water resource management to ensure its sustainability. The return of rain and the rise in dam water levels represent a new beginning for the agricultural sector and an improvement in living conditions, especially in rural areas that suffered greatly from the water crisis.

Many water basins are experiencing a significant increase in filling rates, particularly in the northern and central regions of the country. These rains have contributed to raising dam filling rates and have restored hope for Moroccans for a good agricultural season after years of drought. They have also eased the challenges faced by the government in the previous year, which will contribute to achieving good economic growth in more stable conditions.

from: fesnews