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AfDB Approves $487 Million for Morocco's Reforms and Climate Resilience

The African Development Bank Group has approved $487 million to help Morocco advance economic reforms, strengthen climate resilience and support more inclusive growth.

Wind turbines and solar panels near the Atlas Mountains in Morocco

Rabat, Morocco. The African Development Bank Group has approved $487 million in funding for Morocco to advance economic reforms, strengthen climate resilience and support more inclusive growth.

Morocco is already one of Africa's leaders in renewable energy and a top destination for industrial investment linked to hydrogen production and clean power.

Building resilience

North Africa faces growing climate pressure, from drought to extreme heat. Financing that combines policy reform with climate measures is designed to protect growth while helping the most vulnerable households.

UNCTAD's latest figures show Egypt, Morocco and South Africa continue to draw investment tied to industrial development, hydrogen and renewable energy.

Key Points

  • $487 million approved
  • Economic reform and climate resilience
  • Focus on inclusive growth
  • Builds on Morocco's renewable energy lead