Casablanca Residents Fearfully Displaced by Redevelopment
A major project in Casablanca is moving people from many neighborhoods. The project is building a road to a mosque. Residents are worried about where they will go and how much money they will get.
The redevelopment project began to destroy entire districts in Casablanca. The goal was to create a special road leading to the Hassan II Mosque. People living in these areas were forced to move. A registry was created in 2006 to track residents. Residents say they feel they are being treated unfairly.
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Highlights
Casablanca Redevelopment Causes Displacement
A large project is demolishing neighborhoods in Casablanca.
Royal Avenue Project is the Cause
The project aims to build a road to the mosque.
Residents Fear Relocation
People are worried about moving from their homes.
Compensation Concerns Exist
Residents are concerned about getting paid fairly.
Registry Exists, But Concerns Remain
A registry was created in 2006, but residents still feel displaced.