The 2026 legislative elections in Morocco's Souss-Massa region concluded on Wednesday, September 23, 2026. According to the results announced by the regional authorities, the Justice and Development Party (PJD) emerged as the leading party in the Akadir-Idaoutanan constituency. A total of 284,543 voters were registered in this constituency, distributed across 685 polling stations. The elections saw 20 competing lists and 80 candidates vying for four parliamentary seats.
In the Akadir-Idaoutanan constituency, 76,442 voters cast their ballots, with 63,268 valid votes and 13,174 invalid votes. The PJD secured 24% of the valid votes, followed by the National Rally of Independents (RNI) with 17.71%, and the Authenticity and Modernity Party (PAM) with 17.21%. The Socialist Union of Popular Forces (USFP) secured 11.71% of the votes, while the Istiqlal Party obtained 9.50%. Other parties, including the Progress and Socialism Party (PPS), the Left-Wing Alliance, and the Social Democratic Movement, also participated in the elections.
In the regional constituency of Souss-Massa, 1,330,784 voters were registered, and 18 competing lists with 126 candidates vied for seven parliamentary seats. The elections recorded a participation rate of 37.56%, with 499,846 voters casting their ballots. Out of these, 428,796 votes were valid, while 71,050 votes were invalid. The Istiqlal Party emerged as the leading party in this constituency, securing 23.06% of the valid votes.
The National Rally of Independents (RNI) secured 22.57% of the votes in the regional constituency, followed by the Authenticity and Modernity Party (PAM) with 21.54%. The Justice and Development Party (PJD) ranked fourth with 19.69% of the votes. Other parties, including the Progress and Socialism Party (PPS), the Socialist Union of Popular Forces (USFP), and the Left-Wing Alliance, also secured a significant number of votes.
The elections in Souss-Massa region were conducted in an atmosphere described as normal and organized, with local authorities, security services, and other concerned parties monitoring the process. The regional authorities expressed their gratitude to all parties involved in organizing the elections, including the judiciary, public prosecution, local authorities, security services, and media outlets.
The results of the legislative elections in Souss-Massa region reflect the diverse political landscape of Morocco. The Justice and Development Party (PJD) and the Istiqlal Party, two major players in Moroccan politics, secured significant votes in their respective constituencies. The elections also saw the participation of smaller parties, highlighting the country's democratic process.
The Souss-Massa region, with its significant voter turnout, demonstrated its commitment to the democratic process. As Morocco continues to strengthen its democratic institutions, the 2026 legislative elections serve as an essential milestone in the country's political development. The elected representatives will play a crucial role in shaping the country's future and addressing the needs of its citizens.
Key points
- The Justice and Development Party (PJD) leads in the Akadir-Idaoutanan constituency, while the Istiqlal Party tops the regional constituency in Souss-Massa region.
