Morocco has increased exceptional fuel subsidies for road transport operators by 60%, allocating another MAD 400 million as the government seeks to prevent rising transport costs from driving up consumer prices.
Transport Minister Abdessamad Kayouh told Parliament on Monday that the government had distributed more than MAD 11 billion across 23 subsidy payments between March 2022 and October 19, 2026.
Freight operators received the largest share, approximately MAD 6.9 billion, or 62% of total support, followed by taxis at 26%.
The latest increase raises payments for small taxis from MAD 800 to MAD 1,280 per fortnight, while grand taxis will receive MAD 1,760, up from MAD 1,100.
Intercity bus subsidies rise from MAD 3,500 to MAD 5,600, while urban buses will receive MAD 4,960. Freight truck payments increase to between MAD 2,080 and MAD 3,360, depending on vehicle capacity.
Kayouh said the government approved the additional funding on November 3 to shield households from higher transport costs, particularly those affecting fruit and vegetable prices.
The ministry has also processed more than 80% of approximately 5,500 complaints concerning subsidy applications and payment procedures.
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