Abderrahim Bouaida, a prominent figure in Morocco's Istiqlal Party, has resigned from the party after being excluded from its candidate list for the upcoming legislative elections, according to multiple Moroccan media reports on August 24, 2026.
Bouaida, who previously served as a minister and was a member of the party's executive committee, announced his resignation in a statement, expressing disappointment over the party's decision not to include him on the electoral slate. The exclusion was seen as a significant internal party development, given Bouaida's seniority and influence within Istiqlal.
The Istiqlal Party, one of Morocco's oldest political parties, has not yet officially commented on Bouaida's resignation. Political analysts suggest that his departure could impact the party's electoral campaign, as Bouaida had a strong following in his home region of Guelmim-Oued Noun.
This resignation comes ahead of the legislative elections scheduled for later this year, adding to the political maneuvering among Moroccan parties as they prepare for the vote.
