Morocco is making strides in developing smart cities, with projects in Casablanca, Rabat, and Tangier aiming to integrate digital technologies into urban management. According to a 2025 report by the Ministry of Digital Transition, the country has invested over 2 billion dirhams in smart city infrastructure since 2020, focusing on smart grids, traffic management, and e-governance.
Casablanca's Smart City project, launched in 2023, includes a centralized command center for traffic and waste management, reducing congestion by 15% in pilot zones. Rabat has implemented smart lighting and water management systems, cutting energy use by 20% in public spaces. Tangier's port area uses IoT sensors for logistics optimization, improving cargo handling efficiency by 12%.
However, challenges remain, including digital divide issues and funding gaps. A 2026 study by the Moroccan Institute for Policy Analysis notes that only 35% of rural areas have access to high-speed internet, limiting smart city benefits to urban centers. The government plans to expand 5G coverage to 70% of the population by 2028.
