As Morocco's government led by Prime Minister Aziz Akhannouch completes its term, official data and reports indicate that unemployment has risen compared to when it took office in September 2021. The High Commission for Planning (HCP) reported an unemployment rate of 13.7% in the first quarter of 2026, up from 12.3% in the same period of 2021. The government had promised to create one million jobs during its mandate.
In the health sector, the country faces a shortage of approximately 47,000 doctors, according to statements by the Minister of Health and Social Protection. This deficit hampers the goal of universal health coverage, which was a key pledge of the government.
Morocco's position in Transparency International's Corruption Perceptions Index has declined by 26 places during the mandate, from 73rd in 2021 to 99th in 2025. This drop reflects a perceived increase in corruption, according to the NGO's annual report.
These outcomes contrast with the government's initial promises of social coverage expansion and public service reform. The new government, formed after the 2026 elections, will inherit these challenges.
