September 2, 2026
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Autour d’Aziz Akhannouch (au premier plan), l’actuel chef du gouvernement marocain, des personnalités susceptibles de lui succéder en septembre 2026. De g. à dr. : Mostafa Terrab, Nizar Baraka, Abdelouafi Laftit, Younes Sekkouri, Nadia Fettah Alaoui et Fouzi Lekjaâ.

Morocco’s political future: who will lead the government in 2026?

As Morocco approaches a pivotal legislative election in September 2026, the political landscape is buzzing with speculation about the next head of government. We delve into the profiles of potential successors to current Prime Minister Aziz Akhannouch, scrutinizing those vying for the prestigious primature at Mechouar Saïd. Some possess the necessary resources but lack broad appeal, while others boast significant public recognition yet struggle to secure sufficient electoral backing. Among the prominent figures considered are Mostafa Terrab, Nizar Baraka, Abdelouafi Laftit, Younes Sekkouri, Nadia Fettah Alaoui, and Fouzi Lekjaâ. This crucial period in Moroccan politics promises to reshape the kingdom’s power dynamics.