The Moroccan Association for the Protection of Public Funds has condemned the widespread corruption in the country and criticized the government’s failure to take meaningful action. The association claims that corruption has become so ingrained in society that it is now seen as an unavoidable reality, fueled by continued impunity and the misuse of public office for personal gain.
In a recent statement, the association accused Prime Minister Aziz Akhannouch of being involved in conflicts of interest and attacking the National Authority for Integrity, further limiting civil society’s ability to report corruption and the judiciary’s role in pursuing cases. The group also criticized the government’s proposed changes to the Criminal Procedures Law, which would restrict the ability of human rights organizations and individuals to file complaints about corruption.
The association called for a more robust legal approach, including the activation of money laundering laws against all individuals involved in corruption and the confiscation of their assets. It also urged an investigation into alleged corruption in the reconstruction efforts following the Al-Haouz earthquake.
Mohamed Al-Ghlousi, the association’s president, emphasized the need for stronger laws to criminalize illicit enrichment and conflicts of interest, warning that those benefiting from corruption are undermining Morocco’s constitutional and international obligations. The association also pledged to continue its fight against corruption through national marches and advocating for better accountability and transparency in public life.
