WB supports Morocco’s social protection efforts with $250 Mln funding

The World Bank has agreed to provide Morocco $250 million funding to support the country’s social protection system which has improved living standards of vulnerable households and expanded access to essential services.

In December 2023, Morocco launched the Direct Social Benefit (DSB) program as a key component of the national social protection reform. As of March 2025, the program reached over 3.9 million households.

The World Bank aims to back the National Agency for Social Support which delivers DSB program seeking to enhance access to cash assistance for poor households and social services facilitating productive economic inclusion.

Morocco has made significant economic and development progress over the past two decades through social protection reforms. Despite challenges, the country remains committed to fostering inclusive growth. Though recent external challenges such as drought and inflation, Morocco is focused on overcoming these obstacles to further reduce poverty and enhance resilience, particularly in rural areas.

Ahmadou Moustapha Ndiaye, WB Director for Maghreb, said Morocco has demonstrated resilience in the face of multiple challenges, lauding the country’s efforts engaged to enhance integrated social safety nets by enabling households to invest in human capital, participate in economic opportunities, and withstand economic shocks, particularly in rural and climate-stressed areas.