Morocco's Interior Ministry released a statement announcing the final results of the legislative elections held on September 23, 2026. The results, as declared by regional and local counting committees, are identical to the provisional counts previously released. The counting committees, headed by judges, oversaw the tallying of votes and declaration of results across various provinces, regions, and districts.
The final results confirm the number of seats won by each party in the elections. According to the ministry, the Authenticity and Modernity Party secured 97 seats, while the National Rally of Independents won 66 seats and the Independence Party won 65 seats. The Justice and Development Party obtained 54 seats, followed by the Popular Movement with 29 seats and the Socialist Union of Popular Forces with 26 seats.
Other parties that secured seats in the elections include the Progress and Socialism Party with 19 seats, the Constitutional Union with 17 seats, and the Social Democratic Movement with 8 seats. The Left Alliance and the Democratic Movement also secured 8 seats each. Additionally, the Democratic Forces Front and the Equity Party each won 2 seats, while the New Democrats and the Unity and Democracy Party each secured 1 seat.
The Interior Ministry statement also mentioned that, according to the electoral law, candidates can access voting records and other election materials at local administrative offices or provincial and regional headquarters. This access is available for eight days during official working hours, starting from the date of submission.
Candidates who have had their election results contested can also access and obtain copies of election materials, including voting records, at local administrative offices or provincial and regional headquarters. This right is granted under the electoral law and is available for eight days during official working hours, starting from the date they receive notification of the dispute.
The confirmation of the final election results brings closure to the legislative elections held in Morocco on September 23. The elections saw a range of parties competing for seats in the country's parliament. The results reflect the diverse political landscape in Morocco and will likely shape the country's governance and policy direction in the coming years.
The Interior Ministry's announcement is a crucial step in Morocco's democratic process, providing transparency and clarity on the election outcome. The availability of election materials and records to candidates, as provided for under the electoral law, ensures accountability and allows for any disputes to be addressed through established channels.
Key points
- - The Authenticity and Modernity Party secured 97 seats in the legislative elections. - The final results match the provisional counts previously released. - Candidates can access voting records and election materials at local administrative offices or provincial and regional headquarters for eight days.
