Interior Minister defends new election law amid accusations of silencing political dissent

The Moroccan government's recent amendment to Organic Law No. 04.21, introducing penalties for spreading false information about elections, has ignited a heated debate over its implications for free speech. While Interior Minister Abdelouafi Laftit insists the measure safeguards electoral integrity, critics argue it stifles democratic dissent.

Benkirane criticizes new law threatening jail for questioning Moroccan elections

Despite his anti-migrant rhetoric, some Dutch-Moroccans say they voted Wilders out of frustration

Moroccan parties blacklist corrupt members ahead of 2026 elections to align with Gen Z demands

Elections 2026 : When will parties agree on how Moroccans abroad can participate ?

As Morocco’s 2026 elections approach, the question of voting rights and representation for Moroccans living abroad is once again sparking debate. While there is broad agreement on the importance of including Moroccans around the world in the process, political parties have yet to agree on how to put this into practice. This is the main takeaway from ongoing consultations with the Ministry of the Interior on reforming the general electoral code.

Dutch-Moroccans shun the ballot box, but a campaign aims to reverse the trend

Moroccan private doctors union demands immediate elections and law reform

Moroccan blogger Mayssa Salama Ennaji to consider PPS candidacy in upcoming elections

Morocco PM hails «unprecedented cohesion» within coalition parties despite disagreements

Ahead of 2026 elections, Akhannouch denounces exploitation of royal decision