Morocco is pushing ahead with an ambitious expansion of its expressway network, transforming the country’s infrastructure at a remarkable pace. With more than 2,100 kilometers of expressways already in operation, the government is currently developing several key corridors across every region of the country. Among the standout projects are the long-awaited Tiznit-Dakhla expressway in the south, a major upgrade to the Fès-Taounate route along National Road 8, and a critical connection between the new Nador West Med port and the northeastern cities of Nador, Driouch, and Kassita.
Several other major routes are also under construction, including the expressway linking Tétouan and Chefchaouen via RN2, new segments between Marrakech and both Safi and Kelaâ Sraghna, and a proposed expressway in the Drâa-Tafilalet region, currently under study. These projects are not only about moving people and goods faster—they are part of a broader national strategy aimed at balanced territorial development, improved safety for road users, and greater economic integration between urban and rural areas.
At the same time, Morocco’s national highway network now spans approximately 1,800 kilometers. Looking toward 2030, a new roadmap is being drafted in partnership with the country’s National Highways Authority. The goal is to prepare for rising mobility demands and to support the country’s shifting economic and social landscape.
Some of the most high-profile initiatives in this plan include the widening of key traffic corridors, notably the Casablanca-Berrechid route and Casablanca’s bypass highway. Major new highways are also on the horizon: the 30-kilometer Tit Mellil–Berrechid expressway, the Rabat–Casablanca inland highway—planned for completion in 2029—and the Guercif–Nador expressway, a 104-kilometer link that’s progressing quickly. The latter will connect the strategic Nador West Med port to the national network and carries a hefty investment tag of nearly 8 billion dirhams.
With the 2030 FIFA World Cup approaching—a tournament Morocco is co-hosting—the urgency to modernize road infrastructure has reached new heights. A sweeping rehabilitation campaign is set to roll out across 30 major cities, aiming to upgrade roads in and around urban centers and improve traffic flow in time for the global spotlight. The initiative is focused not only on new construction but also on maximizing the efficiency of existing routes.
Maintenance remains a top priority as well. Each year, roughly 3 billion dirhams are allocated to road upkeep, including the repair of aging infrastructure and the reinforcement of bridges and high-risk structures. This figure accounts for nearly half of the country’s annual road budget, underscoring Morocco’s commitment to long-term infrastructure resilience and road safety.
