Morocco’s next prime minister: the leading contenders

As Morocco anticipates its legislative elections, a pivotal moment that promises to reshape the kingdom’s political landscape, the race for the Prime Ministry — often referred to as Mechouar Saïd — is intensifying. A diverse array of prominent figures are positioning themselves for the top leadership role, each bringing a unique set of strengths and challenges to the forefront.

Within this pool of aspirants, some candidates possess strong institutional backing and resources, yet may need to cultivate a broader public appeal or leadership presence. Conversely, others exhibit significant public recognition and a commanding presence but face the task of consolidating sufficient political support to secure a victory at the polls.

Amidst this political speculation, attention is drawn to the current head of government, Aziz Akhannouch. Looking ahead to September 2026, several key personalities are widely considered potential successors. These influential figures include Mostafa Terrab, Nizar Baraka, Abdelouafi Laftit, Younes Sekkouri, Nadia Fettah Alaoui, and Fouzi Lekjaâ, all of whom are closely watched as the political climate evolves towards the upcoming elections.

Autour d’Aziz Akhannouch (au premier plan), l’actuel chef du gouvernement marocain, des personnalités susceptibles de lui succéder en septembre 2026. De g. à dr. : Mostafa Terrab, Nizar Baraka, Abdelouafi Laftit, Younes Sekkouri, Nadia Fettah Alaoui et Fouzi Lekjaâ.