Moroccan Football Chief Fouzi Lekjaa Named Minister of Economy and Finance
Fouzi Lekjaa, President of the Moroccan Football Federation (FRMF), has been appointed as Morocco's Minister of Economy and Finance.
In Brief
- •Fouzi Lekjaa, President of the Moroccan Football Federation (FRMF), has been appointed as Morocco's Minister of Economy and Finance.
- •The appointment follows the September 23 parliamentary elections and the formation of a 32-member cabinet under Prime Minister Fatima Ezzahra El Mansouri.
- •Lekjaa previously served as Director of the State Budget from 2011 to 2021 and as Minister Delegate in charge of the Budget starting in October 2021.
- •In addition to his financial career, Lekjaa has led major developments in Moroccan football, including the national team's 2022 FIFA World Cup semifinal run and preparations for co-hosting the 2030 FIFA World Cup.
Why It Matters
Lekjaa's transition to leading the Ministry of Economy and Finance places a seasoned public finance veteran at the helm of Morocco's national fiscal strategy. He will oversee government spending, budget planning, and resource allocation at a time when the country is making substantial economic and infrastructural investments.
Key Details
- New Position
- Minister of Economy and Finance
- Prime Minister
- Fatima Ezzahra El Mansouri
- Previous Role
- Minister Delegate in charge of the Budget (2021–2026)
- Political Party
- Authenticity and Modernity Party (PAM)
- Key Future Event
- 2030 FIFA World Cup co-host
Context & Background
Fouzi Lekjaa joined Morocco's Ministry of Economy and Finance in 1997 as a financial inspector after studying agricultural engineering and public administration. He served as Director of the State Budget for a decade (2011–2021) before his promotion to Minister Delegate in charge of the Budget under former Prime Minister Aziz Akhannouch.
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