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Amazigh Movement Commitments in 2026 Election
An analytical report revealed a clear disparity in the extent to which Moroccan political parties address the demands of the Amazigh movement in their electoral programs for the upcoming legislative elections scheduled for September 2026. A comparison was made between 30 demands from the Amazigh Federation’s call and the programs of nine political parties. It showed that approximately 65-68% of the main demands were addressed either partially or specifically. However, demands related to constitutional amendments, the establishment of regional parties, land rights, language issues, and related legislation were completely absent. The commitments that were made mainly focused on areas such as education, administration, and media, with some demands aligning precisely with legal texts—especially Law No. 113.13. Financial commitments varied among parties; notably, the Authenticity and Modernity Party proposed creating a fund to support Amazigh initiatives, with potential funding reaching up to two billion Moroccan dirhams. In education, parties pledged to expand Amazigh instruction, develop curricula, and call for hiring educators and updating programs. Regarding administration, suggestions included promoting the use of Amazigh within institutions, with differing approaches—from activating the organizational law No. 26.16 to establishing administrative units to facilitate the integration of the language into the public sector. The report also covered varying commitments in the fields of media and digitization. Some programs emphasized increasing Amazigh media production and enhancing its digital presence, along with support for the cultural and artistic sectors. On the rights front, some parties proposed revising laws on discrimination, land rights, and raising awareness of language-related human rights issues, though the practical follow-up of these commitments after the elections remains uncertain. Overall, the report indicates that adherence to Amazigh demands depends heavily on how parties formulate their programs and how clearly their objectives are defined. There is a significant variation among parties in practical commitment and resource allocation. Nevertheless, most rely primarily on Organizational Law No. 26.16 as a foundational reference.
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