Significant Outcomes of the 2026 Moroccan Elections

The preliminary results of the 2026 Moroccan elections have revealed a notable shift in the country's political landscape, with the Authenticity and Modernity Party (PAM) emerging as the leading party. The National Rally of Independents (RNI) and the Independence Party saw a decline, while the Justice and Development Party (PJD) made a strong comeback. These elections witnessed participation from 28 parties competing for 395 seats in the House of Representatives, as reported by Minister of Interior Abdelouafi Laftit shortly after the polls closed on September 24, 2026.

Voter Turnout and Party Performance

The voter turnout for this election was approximately 38.02%, a noticeable drop from the 50.35% recorded in the 2021 elections. A total of 15,801,162 voters registered to participate, marking a significant shift in public engagement. The results indicated that PAM secured 97 seats, placing it at the forefront of the parliament, followed by the RNI with 66 seats and the Independence Party with 65 seats. The PJD, which had a challenging run in the previous elections, rebounded to claim 54 seats, highlighting a transformation in voter sentiment.

The comparative analysis with the 2021 election results shows a clear change in the ranking of the major parties. The RNI previously led with 102 seats but fell to second place, while PAM advanced from 87 to 97 seats, marking a gain of ten seats. The Independence Party, once a strong contender, dropped from 81 to 65 seats, losing 16 seats overall. This reshuffling indicates a significant electoral landscape change, particularly with the PJD rising from a mere 13 seats in 2021 to 54 seats in the current elections, indicating a resurgence of public support for the party.

Looking ahead, names such as Fawzi Lekjaa and Fatima Zahra Mansouri have surfaced as potential candidates for leading the next government, reflecting the evolving dynamics within the PAM party since its establishment in 2008. This suggests that Morocco may soon witness its first female head of government, marking a profound milestone in the nation’s political history.

As reported by dw.com.