Moroccan media organizations unite against government's press council reform plan

Adopted in haste, the proposal to reorganize the National Press Council, spearheaded by Minister of Culture Mehdi Bensaid, has sparked an unprecedented backlash among media professionals. Critics warn that the bill marks a dangerous turning point, representing a step backward toward authoritarianism and a serious threat to press freedom in Morocco.

Moroccan parliament approves bill to reorganize National Press Council

Morocco to draft new law on the National Press Council, Communication Minister says

Morocco's press freedom : Progress in rankings, persistent challenges for journalists

In the 2025 Reporters Without Borders ranking, Morocco saw a slight improvement in the Press Freedom Index, moving from 129th to 120th place globally. Despite this progress, the media in Morocco continues to face significant challenges, particularly with the ongoing pressure on independent journalists and restrictions on freedom of expression, according to the report.

Morocco jumps in press freedom ranking, but concerns remain

Morocco ranked 129th out of 180 countries in Reporters Without Borders' annual World Press Freedom Ranking 2024, up 15 places from last year's ranking.