Africazine:
Morocco is advancing its railway infrastructure with significant financing from the African Development Bank.
The North African nation has secured financing agreements totaling €405 million (US6 million) to enhance its railway system and vocational training initiatives. This includes €205 million (US1 million) for railway infrastructure and €200 million (US5 million) for the Cap Competences 2030 vocational training program.
Morocco Secures €405 Million for Railway Expansion
The agreements were signed in Rabat by Morocco’s Budget Minister Delegate Fouzi Lekjaa and AfDB Country Manager for Morocco Achraf Tarsim. They aim to bolster the operational capacity of the Kenitra-Marrakech railway corridor, a key segment of Morocco’s expanding high-speed rail network.
This financing will also modernize existing railway infrastructure, enhancing connections between major economic and urban centers. The Kenitra-Marrakech project is part of a broader initiative following the success of the Al Boraq service, which links Tangier and Casablanca.
Morocco: Key figures on railway infrastructure and vocational training
- €405 million (US6 million) total financing
- €205 million (US1 million) for railway infrastructure
- €200 million (US5 million) for vocational training
Focus on Youth Employment and Skills Development
The Cap Competences 2030 program aims to enhance the quality and diversity of vocational training in Morocco. This initiative is crucial for equipping young people with the skills needed to contribute to the economy.
Officials emphasize that creating employment opportunities for youth is a national priority. Investments in skills development are expected to drive economic growth and expand job opportunities across the country.
Next Steps for Morocco’s Rail and Training Projects
- Continued development of the Kenitra-Marrakech high-speed rail project
- Implementation of the Cap Competences 2030 vocational training program
- Strengthening of operational capacity in railway services
Morocco is positioning itself as a leader in railway infrastructure and vocational training in Africa.
