Resource-rich African nations often face significant resource allocation inequities between urban and rural areas, leading to environmental degradation in less privileged regions. This article employs qualitative analysis of existing literature on environmental policies and grassroots activism in resource-rich African nations. The theoretical framework underscores the importance of integrating environmental justice principles into resource management policies to ensure sustainable development in Morocco and beyond. Policy makers should prioritise community participation in decision-making processes related to resource extraction, implementing stricter monitoring and enforcement mechanisms for industrial activities.