Dar El Oumouma, a long-cherished dream finally realised. Since 2010, the commune of Tahla (Taza province) has also had a maternity waiting house, a reception space for pregnant women from rural areas. A structure that the health sector greatly needed and which was warmly welcomed by the region's inhabitants. The friendly environment offered by Dar El Oumouma, which allows for the presence of a family member, makes for a stay appreciated by everyone. But to make it even more effective, those in charge are appealing to the generosity of benefactors.

This is a necessity that is all the more pressing given that the small town of Tahla has seen its population explode. When we know that almost 50% of the beneficiaries of Dar El Oumouma are not just inhabitants of Tahla but flock from all the Douars, and sometimes from large neighbouring centres, this gives an idea of the considerable contribution of this establishment and its social dimension. Indeed, women are welcomed 3 to 7 days before giving birth (accommodation, catering and other services) and at least the two days following a normal delivery. However, its sustainability is seriously called into question. To function well and meet growing demand, Dar El Oumouma needs financial support and, therefore, appropriate care. Located near the local health centre, this establishment, which was set up thanks to an INDH grant, includes three rooms with 10 beds, a lounge and a kitchen. A true family setting. The management board emphasises its commitment to maintaining a certain quality of service. Cleanliness, human warmth and diligent monitoring of patients... these are the priorities. Moreover, the state of the premises demonstrates this perfectly. Thus, the preservation of this structure is intimately linked to its funding, hence the association's appeal to neighbouring communes to contribute to its operation. "Just as we thank the benefactors, we hope with all our hearts that the neighbouring communes will lend us a hand so that we can meet the financial constraints required for the proper functioning of this establishment," indicates Said Loukili, vice-president of this social establishment. He adds that the five employees of the establishment alone cost nearly 90,000 MAD. But this does not discourage the members of the association. Efforts are being made to carry out an extension that will allow Dar El Oumouma to meet more needs. But the city's health infrastructure must be strengthened. Without emergency services or sufficient administrative and medical staff, we will never be able to meet the growing needs. The important thing is to no longer see cases of women giving birth in cars near the municipal hospital.