Transport operators can apply for a new round of government financial support from August 6 as authorities continue helping the sector deal with changing global fuel prices.
The latest support covers the period from July 16 to July 31. Applications will be submitted through the Mouakaba online platform.
The government has kept the programme in place to help passenger and freight transport companies manage higher fuel costs without passing them on to travellers and businesses.
The Mouakaba programme started in March 2022. It gives direct financial support to commercial transport operators affected by swings in global oil prices.
Support is now calculated every 15 days instead of once a month. The change is meant to match faster changes in fuel prices.
The programme covers freight trucks, intercity buses, small and large taxis, rural and mixed transport services, tourist transport companies and school transport operators.
Operators apply through the Mouakaba platform, where they can check their eligibility, follow their application and receive payments directly into their bank accounts. The amount paid depends on the type of transport service, vehicle weight and seating capacity.
Small taxis receive a fixed payment to help cover higher fuel costs. Large taxis also receive a fixed amount per vehicle. Bus operators receive support based on the number of seats, while freight companies receive payments based on gross vehicle weight. Tourist transport companies receive support for each active licensed vehicle.
