The upcoming legislative elections set for September 23 have drawn significant attention towards the Fes North constituency, where political currents are intensifying as various parties vie for one of the four parliamentary seats allocated to this local district within the House of Representatives. The competition is heating up, signaling a notable shift in the political landscape.
2021: A Triumph for the National Rally of Independents
Reflecting on the results of the 2021 legislative elections, the National Rally of Independents (RNI) emerged as the dominant force in the Fes North constituency, with their candidate, Tahami Wazzani, receiving an impressive 9,244 votes, thus securing the first parliamentary seat. The second seat was claimed by the Democratic Forces Party, represented by candidate Raouf Abdellawi Ma'in, who garnered 7,776 votes. Meanwhile, the third seat went to Independence Party candidate Abdelmajid Al-Fassi Al-Fihri with 6,876 votes, and the final seat was captured by Khadija Hajoubi from the Authenticity and Modernity Party, who received 5,774 votes. The close vote counts across all parties indicate that the competition was fierce right up to the finish, with the Democratic Forces Party's second-place finish being particularly noteworthy, as it was not part of the ruling majority.
Election Trends and Candidate Selections for 2026
In stark contrast, the 2016 elections painted a different picture altogether. The Justice and Development Party (PJD), which was in power at the time, successfully secured two seats in the Fes North constituency. Their candidates, Omar Fassi Fihri and his deputy, Abdul Wahid Bouharsha, collectively achieved 34,470 votes. The third seat was claimed by independent candidate Hamid Chabat with 9,370 votes, while the last seat went to Aziz Labar from the Authenticity and Modernity Party, who received 8,237 votes. Interestingly, the National Rally of Independents did not manage to secure any seats in 2016, with their candidate, Hassan Al-Tazi, receiving only 2,304 votes. Comparing the election outcomes from 2016 to those in 2021 reveals a significant transformation in voter preferences, as the PJD saw a decline in support, failing to win any seats in the latest elections, while the National Rally of Independents made a remarkable comeback.
As the political landscape evolves, the candidates for the upcoming 2026 elections are starting to take shape. The RNI has selected Tahami Wazzani to represent them once again, following his successful performance in the previous elections. The Authenticity and Modernity Party has chosen Mohsen Al-Zoumi Al-Hassani, while the Independence Party has endorsed Hassan Sleghwa. The new candidates include Rim Chabat for the Grain Party and Yasser Jouhar for the Socialist Union Party, while the PJD has appointed Abdelmajid Ben Chnouf to lead their campaign. Other parties, including the Left Democratic Alliance, are also introducing new faces into the electoral fray. This scenario sets the stage for a highly competitive environment as established parties strive to maintain their seats while newcomers aim to shake things up and secure parliamentary representation.
As we approach the elections, the fate of the Fes North constituency remains uncertain, with various scenarios possible for the September 23 elections. The electoral battle is poised to intensify among parties seeking to retain their seats against those looking to disrupt the status quo and claim one of the coveted parliamentary positions. Who will emerge victorious in this high-stakes contest for the four seats in Fes North?
As reported by hespress.com.
