The preliminary results of Morocco's 2026 legislative elections in the Laayoune constituency have revealed that the Independence Party has emerged as the leading party, securing the largest number of votes. According to official data, the party garnered 43,989 votes in the local constituency. This outcome was announced after the processing of nearly 85.35% of voting stations. The elections saw a participation rate of 80.25%, with 100,498 out of 125,236 registered voters casting their ballots.
The Independence Party was followed by the Progress and Socialism Party, which secured 16,307 votes, and the Authenticity and Modernity Party, which obtained 15,876 votes. Each of these parties is set to secure one seat. A total of 89,041 votes were valid, while 11,457 votes were declared invalid. These numbers indicate a significant level of engagement from the electorate in the Laayoune constituency.
The regional constituency results also show the Independence Party in the lead, with 35,304 votes, securing two seats. The Authenticity and Modernity Party followed with 17,359 votes, earning one seat. The National Rally of Independents secured one seat with 8,437 votes, while the Socialist Union of Popular Forces obtained one seat with 7,256 votes. These results are based on the processing of 65.95% of voting stations in the regional constituency.
The elections in Laayoune witnessed a considerable turnout, with 80.25% of registered voters participating in the process. A total of 125,236 voters were registered in the local constituency, with 100,498 casting their votes. The high participation rate suggests a strong interest from the electorate in the electoral process.
Other parties that contested the elections in Laayoune also secured a notable number of votes. The Socialist Union of Popular Forces secured 4,537 votes, while the National Rally of Independents obtained 4,131 votes. The Justice and Development Party garnered 2,293 votes, and the Constitutional Union secured 664 votes. Several other parties secured a few hundred or dozen votes each.
The preliminary results provide an insight into the electoral landscape in Laayoune. The Independence Party's performance, securing the largest number of votes in both the local and regional constituencies, underscores its strong presence in the region. The final results will be determined once all votes have been counted and verified.
The 2026 legislative elections in Morocco are a significant event in the country's democratic process. The elections aim to elect representatives to the country's parliament. The outcome will have implications for the country's governance and policy direction. Key stakeholders will be watching closely as the final results are announced and the implications of the election outcomes unfold.
Key points
- The Independence Party secured the largest number of votes in Laayoune's 2026 legislative elections.
- The party's strong performance earned it multiple seats in both the local and regional constituencies.
- The elections in Laayoune witnessed a high participation rate of 80.25%.
