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Morocco 2023 earthquake: People still waiting for help
Germany🏛️ PoliticsCenter13 hr. ago

Morocco 2023 earthquake: People still waiting for help

On September 8, 2023, a devastating earthquake struck the Moroccan region of Al Haouz, killing over 2,900 people and injuring more than 5,500. The destruction was severe, particularly in remote mountain villages. Three years later, residents like Mohamed Ait Belaid in Ighermane report having rebuilt their homes with partial state support and personal funds, expressing satisfaction with their new living conditions. In contrast, Larbi Ait Jelloulat in Azgour remains trapped in bureaucratic limbo, unable to secure state assistance despite being a longtime civil servant. He criticizes the lack of support and questions why he has been excluded from aid programs. While Ighermane has largely recovered, with most families receiving state support, Azgour faces significant challenges, including delays in reconstruction and infrastructure issues such as water and electricity connections.

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Morocco 2023 earthquake: People still waiting for help

On September 8, 2023, a devastating earthquake struck the Moroccan region of Al Haouz, killing over 2,900 people and injuring more than 5,500. The destruction was severe, particularly in remote mountain villages. Three years later, residents like Mohamed Ait Belaid in Ighermane report having rebuilt their homes with partial state support and personal funds, expressing satisfaction with their new living conditions. In contrast, Larbi Ait Jelloulat in Azgour remains trapped in bureaucratic limbo, unable to secure state assistance despite being a longtime civil servant. He criticizes the lack of support and questions why he has been excluded from aid programs. While Ighermane has largely recovered, with most families receiving state support, Azgour faces significant challenges, including delays in reconstruction and infrastructure issues such as water and electricity connections.

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