In a surprising move that sparked widespread debate in Morocco, Aziz Akhannouch, head of the RNI and prime minister, announced he would step down from leading the party ahead of the 2026 elections.

Amid mounting anger from labor unions and growing opposition from academics and political actors in Morocco, the government of Aziz Akhannouch pushed through a law reshaping higher education and scientific research.

It seems that the scandals that haunt Aziz Akhannouch’s government in Morocco will never end, especially those related to accusations of corruption, conflict of interest, and abuse of power.

Moroccan authorities' warnings about corruption and state property misuse are met with criticism over the government's failure to take real action, as corruption continues to erode public trust and hinder development.

Morocco’s proposed 2026 electoral law is widely criticized as a tool to stifle dissent, protect entrenched interests, and weaken democratic participation.