Marrakech – Marrakech strengthened its road infrastructure on Wednesday with the inauguration of an underground passage designed to improve traffic flow during the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON).
The underground passage, located at the northwestern entrance on National Road 7, was inaugurated in the presence of Marrakech-Safi Regional Wali Khatib El Hebil and Regional Council President Samir Goudar.
Representatives from Marrakech Mobility, the local development company delegated by Marrakech Municipality, and security authorities attended the ceremony.
The MAD 101.5 million ($10.15 million) project targets traffic congestion on this road section, particularly during evening rush hours and weekends. The passage aims to improve service levels on the northwestern ring road while enhancing connectivity to strategic city axes.
Hamza Houkik, technical director of Marrakech Mobility, said the project follows an integrated vision for upgrading Marrakech’s road infrastructure ahead of major continental and international events. The initiative seeks to improve the quality of life and urban mobility for residents and visitors.
The project includes relocating the bus station from Bab Doukkala to El Azzouzia and improving access to the Sidi Ghanem industrial zone. These changes aim to strengthen road connectivity and support the city’s economic development.
Officials also received technical explanations about another road project under construction within the same program. The MAD 86.3 million ($8.63 million) project will reduce traffic pressure at Marrakech’s northwestern entrance, particularly on routes leading to M’Hamid neighborhood and National Road 8 toward the city center.
The road construction projects form part of efforts to upgrade Marrakech’s city entrances and improve traffic flow on vital axes during peak periods. The initiatives contribute to enhanced road safety and facilitate movement for citizens and road users as the city prepares for AFCON 2025.
These infrastructure developments complement broader transport modernization efforts in Marrakech. The same day saw 207 new buses enter service as part of a MAD 717.48 million ($71.7 million) fleet renewal program managed by Supratours, which replaced Spanish company ALSA after 26 years of operation.
