Keywords: Moroccan Politics


Moroccan Parliament: Joint Session Scheduled for Monday to Discuss Latest National Developments

Morocco’s Parliament is set to hold a joint session bringing together members of both parliamentary chambers on Monday at 1:00 p.m., according to a joint statement issued by the two institutions. The meeting will provide an opportunity for parliamentarians to address the latest developments surrounding......

Fatima Ezzahra El Mansouri Defends PAM as Morocco’s Political Tensions Rise

Morocco’s Head of Government, Fatima Ezzahra El Mansouri, has mounted a strong defence of her administration and the Authenticity and Modernity Party (PAM), challenging opposition accusations over electoral integrity, political conduct and the formation of the new government. Speaking before the......

PPS Loses Economic Forum President Mohamed Benmoussa Following Resignation

Moroccan economist Mohamed Benmoussa has resigned from the Party of Progress and Socialism (PPS), ending his membership of the left-wing political party and stepping down as head of its economists’ forum. The resignation was announced in a letter dated October 21, 2026, addressed to PPS Secretary-General......

Morocco’s Istiqlal Party Appoints Rahal El Makkaoui to Lead Parliamentary Group

Morocco’s Istiqlal Party has appointed Rahal El Makkaoui, a member of its executive committee, to head its parliamentary group in the House of Representatives, marking a new leadership arrangement following the departure of Madiha Khayr from the position. The party announced the decision on Monday,......

Moroccan MP Nabila Mounib Receives Condolences Following Brother’s Death

Moroccan parliamentarian Nabila Mounib has received an outpouring of condolences following the death of her brother, Abdelmoutaleb Mounib, on Sunday. Messages of sympathy have come from political organisations, party officials and members of the public expressing support for the family during its bereavement. The......

Morocco’s Government Explains Madiha Khayr’s Dismissal, Citing Institutional Responsibility

RABAT, Morocco — The Moroccan government has defended its rapid decision to end Madiha Khayr’s appointment as minister delegate in charge of vocational training and qualification, describing the move as a measure intended to protect the constitutional process and allow the government to focus......

Madiha Khayr Removed From Morocco’s Government Two Days After Appointment Amid Controversy

RABAT, Morocco — Madiha Khayr’s entry into Morocco’s government lasted just 48 hours, ending on Sunday, October 18, after Prime Minister Fatima Ezzahra El Mansouri requested the termination of her appointment as minister delegate in charge of vocational training and qualification. The......

Morocco: His Majesty King Mohammed VI Approves the End of Madiha Khayr’s Government Duties

RABAT, Morocco — His Majesty King Mohammed VI has approved a request to terminate Madiha Khayr’s government duties as Minister Delegate in charge of Vocational Training and Qualification, following a formal request submitted by the Head of Government. The decision was announced in an official......

Leila Benali Bids Emotional Farewell to Ministry Staff as Chafikha Afilal Takes Over in Morocco

RABAT, Morocco — An emotional handover ceremony at Morocco’s Ministry of Energy Transition and Sustainable Development marked the end of Leila Benali’s tenure, as the outgoing minister struggled to hold back tears while saying goodbye to colleagues and staff members she had worked alongside......