Fatima-Zahra Ammor, member of the political bureau of the National Rally of Independents (RNI) and Minister of Tourism, Social Economy, and Solidarity, announced on Tuesday in Marrakech that the party's third commitment in its program is to reduce the unemployment rate to 9%. The announcement was made during a press conference, as reported by Moroccan media on July 1, 2026.
The RNI's plan includes a proposed 'return-to-work allowance' aimed at incentivizing job seekers to re-enter the labor market. Ammor stated that the party aims to create 500,000 new jobs over the next five years, focusing on sectors such as tourism, industry, and digital technology. She emphasized that the unemployment rate currently stands at around 12.8%, according to the High Commission for Planning (HCP).
The proposal is part of the RNI's broader electoral platform ahead of the upcoming legislative elections. Ammor highlighted that the party's strategy includes strengthening vocational training programs and supporting small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) to boost employment. She also noted that the allowance would be conditional on active job search and training participation.
Economic analysts have expressed cautious optimism, noting that achieving a 9% unemployment rate would require sustained economic growth of at least 5% annually. The RNI's plan also includes measures to improve the business climate and attract foreign investment, particularly in the green energy and technology sectors.
