Pan-African Parliament: Morocco-Algeria Tensions After Presidential Election

The Pan-African Parliament elected Algerian candidate Fateh Boutbig as its president during a session held in Midrand, South Africa, from April 28 to 30, 2026. Morocco denounced irregularities in the electoral process, citing procedural violations and a lack of transparency. In response, the Moroccan delegation filed a formal protest with the African Union Commission and decided to withdraw from the electoral process. This incident highlights the ongoing tensions between Morocco and Algeria within African institutions.