Major Appointments and Transfers in the Ministry of the Interior

The Ministry of the Interior is preparing to announce a large-scale reshuffle of walis and governors during the upcoming Council of Ministers meeting.

This move is part of a comprehensive evaluation based on the 360-degree methodology, which assesses the performance of territorial officials using precise criteria to ensure effective local governance.

According to well-informed sources, these changes will not be limited to regional and provincial administrations but will also extend to the ministry’s central administration, with new appointments expected to align with upcoming challenges.

Among the prominent names, Younes Tazi, the wali of the Tangier-Tetouan-Al Hoceima region, is considered a strong candidate to oversee major infrastructure and development projects, especially in light of retirements and health-related departures among senior officials.

His nomination is seen as strategic due to his expertise in engineering, infrastructure oversight, and urban planning—key skills for managing Morocco’s ongoing strategic projects, particularly those related to urban expansion.

Additionally, officials who have demonstrated strong leadership in local governance may be assigned to cities set to host the 2030 World Cup, requiring skilled management for this crucial phase.

Moreover, the reshuffle is expected to include several long-serving governors to inject fresh energy into territorial administration and enhance its efficiency in handling the country’s major upcoming events.