The governor of the province of Settat, Ibrahim Abouzaid, inaugurated, on Tuesday, a drinking water treatment station in the Sidi Lghlimi district in Settat, after the construction of two mobile groundwater purification stations with a capacity of 6 liters per second. As for distribution, it is ensured by the Société Régionale Multiservices (SRM) Casablanca-Settat.
In a statement to MAP, the General Director of SRM Casablanca-Settat, Youssef Tazi, stressed that this company, in partnership with local authorities, intends to accelerate the pace of completion of projects launched in the region such as this station which is coming strengthen the capacity of the distribution network. He also announced the launch of new projects in Settat concerning drinking water supply and sanitation.
Another project inaugurated, the second level urban health center in the Ras El Aïn commune, completed in 10 months at a cost of nearly 1.9 million dirhams, as part of the program to reduce spatial and social disparities in rural areas. .
The center, with an area of 500 square meters, includes numerous consultation, meeting and training rooms, a room reserved for maternal and child health, an examination and vaccination room as well as a storage depot.
The inauguration of this health center is part of the rehabilitation of hospital establishments, according to the provincial health delegate in Settat, Mohamed Aït Lkhadir, indicating that it was built thanks to a partnership with the Fonds de Rural Development (FDR), the prefecture of the province of Settat and the Ministry of Health and Social Protection.
He said that this health center will provide medical services for the benefit of a population of 32,000 inhabitants.
In Ben Ahmed, an education and training center for women was inaugurated at a cost of 1,452,300 dirhams financed by the National Initiative for Human Development (INDH).
Built on an area of 314 square meters, the center includes multidisciplinary rooms as well as premises for, among other things, reading, sewing, computing and other manual work.
In the Loulad commune, the governor of the province of Settat launched the public lighting project which will be carried out at a cost of more than 6 million dirhams at the initiative of the commune council.
A lighting which will concern several arteries in particular the boulevards Hassan II and the Resistance, indicated to the MAP the president of the commune of Loulad, Rachid Hajouji, noting that this project is the result of a partnership with in particular the Council of the region of Casablanca-Settat and the Al Omrane company.
In the same context, construction work was launched on Monday on two engineering structures in the municipality of Gdana in the province of Settat.
This is a project to reconstruct a structure on provincial road No. 3620, at kilometer point 11+800, which will be carried out over a period of three months, for a budget estimated at more than 2 .6 million dirhams, financed by the Special Road Fund.
As for the second project, it concerns the reconstruction of another structure on the same road, at kilometer point 9+100, which will also be completed in three months, for an amount of nearly 2.5 million dirhams, financed by the same Fund.
The two projects, which will benefit the municipalities of Ouled Saïd and Gdana, aim to ensure the fluidity of traffic on this road, to improve the level of service, and to open up the local population.
The regional director of Equipment and Water in Settat, Jamal Bouabid, told MAP that these projects are part of a program launched by the ministry concerned to reconstruct a certain number of structures. of art threatened with collapse, and as part of efforts to open up rural areas.
Another project inaugurated Monday, a boarding school attached to the Sidi Mohammed Ben Rahal college high school in the commune of Sidi Mohammed Ben Rahal. This project, built on a covered area of 1,040 square meters, was carried out over a period of 15 months, with an overall budget of 4,560,689 dirhams.
In this regard, the provincial director of National Education in Settat, Abdelali Saidi, specified that this project, carried out within the framework of the INDH at the provincial level, is mainly intended for students in rural areas, in order to encourage them to continue their education.
What are the key community development projects initiated by Youssef Tazi in Settat?
Interview with Youssef Tazi, General Director of SRM Casablanca-Settat
Time.news Editor: Good morning, Mr. Tazi! We appreciate you taking the time to speak with us today. There have been significant developments in Settat, particularly regarding the inauguration of the drinking water treatment station and other community projects. Can you tell us more about how these initiatives will benefit the residents of Settat?
Youssef Tazi: Good morning! Thank you for having me. Absolutely, the new drinking water treatment station in Sidi Lghlimi is a vital step forward. With the construction of two mobile groundwater purification stations, we are significantly increasing our capacity to provide clean drinking water. This is crucial for public health, especially in regions where water scarcity has been a longstanding issue. Ultimately, our goal is to strengthen the distribution network to ensure that every resident has access to safe and reliable water.
Time.news Editor: That’s wonderful to hear! It sounds like a substantial improvement for the community. You mentioned collaborations with local authorities. Could you expand on the partnerships that have made these projects possible?
Youssef Tazi: Certainly! The success of these initiatives would not be possible without the strong partnerships between SRM, local authorities, and various governmental entities such as the Ministry of Health and Social Protection. For instance, the health center inaugurated in Ras El Aïn is the result of a collaborative effort to reduce social and spatial disparities in rural areas. It shows our commitment to not only improving water access but also enhancing overall healthcare services in the region.
Time.news Editor: Speaking of the health center, could you share how it integrates with the community’s needs, especially regarding maternal and child health?
Youssef Tazi: The new health center is designed to serve around 32,000 inhabitants, which emphasizes its importance in the region. It includes specialized facilities for maternal and child health, along with examination and vaccination rooms. This approach addresses critical health needs in the community, particularly in rural areas where access to healthcare can be limited. We believe that improving healthcare infrastructure is just as important as enhancing water supply.
Time.news Editor: Absolutely, health and clean water go hand in hand. In addition to water and health, I noticed that there’s an education and training center for women that has also been inaugurated. Can you explain the significance of this project?
Youssef Tazi: The education and training center is a vital initiative financed by the National Initiative for Human Development. It focuses on empowering women by providing them with various skills, including sewing and computing, all within a supportive environment. This center not only promotes individual growth but also encourages economic development in the region by equipping women with the tools they need to participate actively in the workforce.
Time.news Editor: Empowering women is certainly key to community development. There’s also a new public lighting project in the Loulad commune. How does this project fit into the broader vision for Settat?
Youssef Tazi: The public lighting project is essential for improving safety and enhancing the quality of life in the community. Better lighting in public spaces encourages social interaction and ensures that residents feel safe when moving about at night. This project, along with others we’ve implemented, represents our commitment to holistic community development, where infrastructure improvements go hand in hand with social welfare.
Time.news Editor: It sounds like you have a comprehensive approach to development in Settat. As you look ahead, what are some of the upcoming projects that you are excited about?
Youssef Tazi: We are excited about several upcoming initiatives, particularly in enhancing drinking water supply and sanitation services. We aim to expand our reach even further to ensure that isolated communities are not left behind. Additionally, we’re working on engineering projects that will improve local transportation networks, which will contribute significantly to regional connectivity and economic growth.
Time.news Editor: Thank you, Mr. Tazi! It’s inspiring to see such dedication to community development in Settat. We look forward to seeing how these projects unfold and improve the lives of residents.
Youssef Tazi: Thank you for having me! I’m looking forward to sharing more positive developments in the future.