Morocco Approves 98.4% of Direct Social Support Applications Submitted in June

Rabat — Morocco’s Budget Minister Fouzi Lekjaa announced Monday that the government approved 98.4% of direct social support applications that were submitted in June, addressing lawmakers’ concerns about the program’s implementation.

Speaking to the House of Representatives, Lekjaa responded to questions about problems with direct social support. He explained that authorities rejected only 1.6% of applications for specific reasons.

The minister said rejections occurred because some families experienced changes in their circumstances or already received support from other public or private programs. These “dynamics” within families affected their eligibility status.

Lekjaa assured lawmakers that the law protects applicants who face rejection. “The law guarantees today that any person who receives a rejection decision can interact with the authorities responsible for the unified social registry,” he said. These individuals can provide documents and proof to support their rights to receive aid.

The minister noted that ensuring transparency and allowing all eligible people to benefit from this support requires collaborative work from all parties involved.

Looking ahead, Lekjaa revealed that the government plans to review how it applies eligibility thresholds. He noted that the program currently runs smoothly for eligible categories and people who correctly declare their situations.

The Budget Minister spoke of the program’s importance within Morocco’s broader social reform agenda. He described direct social support as one of the pillars of the royal social reform project, which forms a foundation of the social state.

Lekjaa stressed that the government maintains permanent monitoring of this program to ensure its effectiveness and proper implementation.

The high approval rate demonstrates the program’s success in reaching intended beneficiaries while maintaining appropriate oversight to prevent misuse of public funds.