Moroccan Minister of Awqaf and Islamic Affairs, Ahmed Toufiq, announced on Thursday that the government plans to equip 30,000 mosques with preaching equipment by 2027. This is a significant increase from the 636 mosques that will be targeted this year. The plan is part of the ministry's efforts to develop the country's Islamic infrastructure and improve the delivery of religious services.
The ministry has allocated a budget of 237.16 million dirhams for the project, which aims to support and accompany the Supreme Council of Ulema in implementing the plan. The minister made the announcement during a presentation of the ministry's budget for 2027 before the Foreign Affairs, National Defense, and Islamic Affairs committee.
In addition to the preaching equipment plan, the ministry has also allocated funds to improve the quality of education and training in Islamic schools. A total of 335.06 million dirhams has been set aside to improve the quality of education and working conditions in Islamic schools. The ministry has also allocated 43 million dirhams to develop and maintain the physical infrastructure of Islamic schools.
The ministry has also announced plans to expand the network of mosques across the country. A total of 260 million dirhams has been allocated for this purpose. Additionally, 125 million dirhams will be used to equip 1,700 mosques with energy-efficient equipment, and 783 mosques will be furnished.
The ministry has also announced plans to renovate and rehabilitate historic buildings in the old city of Taroudant. The project, which has a budget of 30 million dirhams, is part of a larger program to develop the city's infrastructure. The minister emphasized the importance of preserving Morocco's cultural heritage.
The ministry is also working to modernize its administration and strengthen its organizational culture. The minister announced the creation of 400 new positions and an allocation of 1.5 million dirhams for continuous training. The ministry is also investing in digital transformation and cybersecurity, with an allocation of 31.4 million dirhams.
The minister emphasized the importance of partnerships and cooperation with other government institutions and sectors. The ministry is working to accelerate its digital transformation and improve its internal controls. The plans announced by the minister are part of a broader effort to develop Morocco's Islamic infrastructure and improve the delivery of religious services.
Key points
- The Moroccan government plans to equip 30,000 mosques with preaching equipment by 2027.
- The ministry has allocated a budget of 237.16 million dirhams for the preaching equipment plan.
- The ministry is also investing in education, infrastructure, and digital transformation.
