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A news note from the High Commission for Planning, on the legal population of the Kingdom of Morocco distributed among regions, regions, prefectures and communes according to the 2024 General Population and Housing Census, revealed that five regions house 71.2 percent of the population nationally.
The delegation highlighted in this memorandum that the Casablanca-Settat region comes in first place with 7 million and 689 thousand people, or 20.9 percent of the total population of the Kingdom, followed by the Rabat-Salé-Kénitra region with 5 million and 133 thousand people, then the Marrakesh region. Safi, with 4 million and 892 thousand people, the Fez-Meknes destination with 4 million and 468 thousand people, and the Tangier-Tetouan-Al Hoceima destination with 4 million and 30 thousand people.
The same source added that the rest of the population is distributed among the rest of the regions of the Kingdom, including the Souss-Massa region, with a population of 3 million and 20 thousand people, and the Dakhla-Oued Eddahab region, with a population of 220 thousand people.
The results of the General Population and Housing Census 2024 also indicated that the demographic dynamism observed between the years 2014 and 2024 is mainly enhanced by the regions of the Casablanca-Settat, Rabat-Salé-Kenitra and Tangier-Tetouan-Al Hoceima axis, on the one hand, and in the Marrakesh-Safi and Souss-Massa regions, on the other hand. .
These regions contribute 86.2 percent to the total population growth between 2014 and 2024, and population growth rates range between 0.79 percent in the Marrakesh-Safi region and 1.26 percent in the Tangier-Tetouan-Al Hoceima region.
Regarding the urbanization rate, it reached 62.8 percent in 2024, compared to 60.4 percent in 2014. The highest urbanization rates were recorded in the Laayoune-Sakia El Hamra region (92.4 percent) and Dakhla-Oued Eddahab (80,000). 4 percent), Casablanca-Settat (73.3 percent) and Rabat-Salé-Kenitra (70.7 percent).
The lowest rates were recorded in the regions of Marrakesh-Safi (46.0 percent) and Draa-Tafilalet (36.7 percent).
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**Interview with Dr. Ahmed El-Mansouri, Demographer and Expert on Moroccan Population Trends**
**Interviewer:** Thank you for joining us today, Dr. El-Mansouri. The recent census results reveal that five regions in Morocco account for over 70% of the population. Can you provide us with an overview of these findings?
**Dr. El-Mansouri:** Thank you for having me. Yes, the recent General Population and Housing Census has indeed highlighted significant trends in Morocco’s demographic landscape. The Casablanca-Settat region is the most populous, with approximately 7.7 million residents, which is about 20.9% of the national population of around 36.8 million. Following it are the Rabat-Salé-Kénitra, Marrakesh-Safi, Fez-Meknes, and Tangier-Tetouan-Al Hoceima regions, collectively hosting 71.2% of the country’s inhabitants.
**Interviewer:** That’s a substantial concentration of the population. What factors do you attribute to this demographic concentration in these regions?
**Dr. El-Mansouri:** Several factors contribute to this concentration. Firstly, economic opportunities, particularly in urban areas like Casablanca and Rabat, attract people from rural regions in search of jobs and better living conditions. Additionally, improved infrastructure and services in these areas play a crucial role in drawing residents. The demographic dynamism observed between 2014 and 2024 is particularly notable in the Casablanca-Settat and Tangier-Tetouan-Al Hoceima regions, indicating robust urbanization trends.
**Interviewer:** The census also noted an increase in urbanization rates. How significant is this trend?
**Dr. El-Mansouri:** The urbanization rate now stands at 62.8%, up from 60.4% in 2014. This shift reflects a growing preference for urban living, which is consistent with what we see globally. Regions such as Laayoune-Sakia El Hamra and Casablanca-Settat have exceptionally high urbanization rates. However, we also observe lower urbanization levels in regions like Marrakesh-Safi and Draa-Tafilalet, suggesting that there are still rural areas where urban migration has not yet taken hold.
**Interviewer:** What implications do these findings have for policymakers in Morocco?
**Dr. El-Mansouri:** Policymakers need to address the disparities between urban and rural regions. With the concentration of population in specific areas, there will be increased pressure on urban infrastructure, housing, and services. It’s crucial to promote balanced regional development, ensuring that underpopulated areas receive attention in terms of investment and infrastructure development. Sustainability in urban areas is vital to cope with the growing population while enhancing the quality of life for residents.
**Interviewer:** Thank you, Dr. El-Mansouri, for sharing your insights. The census results certainly provide valuable information for understanding Morocco’s demographic trends.
**Dr. El-Mansouri:** It was my pleasure. Thank you for discussing this important topic.
