High Stakes in the Upcoming 2026 Elections
The political landscape is heating up in the Casablanca-Anfa electoral district as candidates gear up for the legislative elections set for September 23, 2026. This particular district is drawing significant attention due to the emergence of new candidates who are poised to challenge established political figures. The current parliamentary representative and president of the Anfa district, Mohamed Chbak, is standing for re-election under the banner of the National Rally of Independents (RNI). Meanwhile, the Istiqlal Party is backing Hassan Berkani for another term, and the Justice and Development Party (PJD) continues to place its trust in Abdessamad Hayker, ensuring a competitive electoral atmosphere.
As the stakes rise, the introduction of several fresh candidates adds complexity to the competition. Noteworthy among them is Najwa Koukouss, who serves as the president of the National Council for the Authenticity and Modernity Party (PAM) and is also a sitting member of parliament for the same party. Another significant figure is Nabila Mounib, who has been endorsed by the Democratic Left Federation after previously winning her parliamentary seat through the regional list. The diverse array of candidates, each with their unique political backgrounds, indicates that this election will be one to watch.
Shifts in Political Alliances and New Faces
The candidate roster is further enriched by Kenza Chraïbi, the head of the Sidi Belyout district, who after leaving PAM, has joined the Constitutional Union and is now entering this electoral contest. The Socialist Union of Popular Forces (USFP) has put forth Latifa Cherif, a sitting parliamentarian, while the Party of Progress and Socialism (PPS) is fielding economist Mohamed Benmoussa, a former member of the Special Commission on Development Model. With such a dynamic mix of candidates, including shifts in party affiliations and new entrants to the race, the Casablanca-Anfa district stands out as one of the most unpredictable in the upcoming elections. The balance of power among these candidates could shift dramatically as the campaign unfolds, making predictions about the outcome of the vote on September 23 increasingly challenging.
As reported by lebrief.ma.
