Morocco appoints first female head of government
The announcement was made by the Ministry of the Royal Household, Protocol and Chancellery following a Royal Audience at the Royal Palace in Rabat. The post Morocco appoints first female head of government appeared first on KBC Digital .
Morocco's King Mohammed VI has appointed Fatima Ezzahra El Mansouri as the nation's first female Head of Government, tasked with assembling a new cabinet in line with Article 47 of the Moroccan Constitution. The announcement was made by the Royal Household, Protocol and Chancellery after a Royal Audience at the Royal Palace in Rabat.
El Mansouri, who leads the Authenticity and Modernity Party, assumes the role during a pivotal time for Morocco's political climate. This marks a historic moment as El Mansouri becomes the first woman to head a Moroccan government. In a press conference following her audience with the Sovereign, she stated, "This is a historic moment for our country.
This is the first time that a woman has been appointed to head a government, which is a source of pride for me and for all the women of the country." She highlighted that her appointment serves as a powerful message to women across the nation to contribute to the creation of a cohesive society. El Mansouri outlined her immediate goals, stating that she is beginning political consultations to form a cabinet equipped to address key national priorities.
She emphasized that her leadership will strive to deliver realistic and practical solutions that fulfill the aspirations of His Majesty the King and all citizens. This appointment signifies a significant stride in women's leadership within Morocco, building upon recent advancements such as the 2004 Moudawana family law reforms and the increasing representation of women in high-ranking diplomatic, advisory, and governance positions.
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