Aziz Akhannouch has officially stepped down as secretary-general of Morocco's National Rally of Independents (RNI) party, according to reports from Moroccan media on June 27, 2026. However, he is expected to retain significant influence within the party, which he has led since 2016.
The move comes as part of a broader reorganization within the RNI, which remains the largest party in Morocco's coalition government. Akhannouch, who also serves as Prime Minister, will continue to shape party strategy and policy direction, sources say.
No successor has been officially named yet, but the transition is seen as a strategic shift to allow Akhannouch to focus on his governmental duties while maintaining control over the party's internal affairs. The RNI has not issued an official statement on the change as of this report.
