HIBAPRESS-RABAT
On the occasion of the 25th anniversary of the accession of His Majesty King Mohammed VI to the throne of his glorious ancestors, the Province of Khenifra and the National Agency for Water and Forests (ANEF) are organizing various field activities in the Khenifra National Park, on Friday, July 26, 2024.
All the projects that are the subject of this celebration are in line with the plans and programs initiated by His Majesty King Mohammed VI, aimed at realizing the Royal Vision of sustainable and integrated development. Among these initiatives is the national strategy for the development of the forest sector, “Forests of Morocco 2020-2030”, launched by His Majesty on February 13. This strategy aims to resolve the problems of forest degradation and to find a balance between the conservation and development of forest resources.
On this occasion, Mr. Abderrahim HOUMY, Director General of ANEF, and Mr. Mohammed FATTAH, Governor of the Province of Khenifra, chaired this event which began with the ceremony of hoisting the Blue Flag label flag at Lake Aguelmam Azegza, the first natural lake in Morocco to receive this prestigious distinction in collaboration with the Mohammed VI Foundation for the Protection of the Environment.
The National Agency for Water and Forests (ANEF), as a partner in this labeling project, contributed through various ecotourism, socioeconomic and environmental developments and activities within the Khénifra park and the site.
Then, the rehabilitation works of two forest tracks were launched, covering the tracks of Lake Tiguelmamine and Ani-Azerzou with the aim of protecting the Ajdir cedar forest, preventing and fighting fires, opening up the local population and contributing to the development of ecotourism in the Khénifra national park with a budget of 3,992,289.00 DH.
This event was marked by the launch of development work on the Arougou recreational forest, an area very popular with visitors and residents of Khénifra, due to its proximity to the Arougou springs.
This project aims to integrate forest developments into the overall framework of the site, encourage ecotourism, promote the forest as an ecotourism destination, and provide a space for recreation, relaxation and environmental education. The study for the development, validated by all partners, includes the installation of benches and tables, health circuits, children’s playgrounds, sports equipment, awareness signage and other development works with a total budget of 4,060,000.00 DH.
