Rabat, November 26, 2025 – The Europe Today: Morocco has initiated the first phase of increased social support allowances under Law 58.23 on direct social support, the government announced on Tuesday. A source familiar with the matter told Morocco World News that the adjustment marks the beginning of a multi-stage process to strengthen social protection for vulnerable families.
Speaking at the House of Councillors, Head of Government Aziz Akhannouch confirmed that the first increase in monthly support payments will take effect at the end of this month. Under the revised scheme, families will receive MAD 250 for each of the first three children who are either under the age of six or enrolled in school. For non-school-going children, the allowance will be MAD 175.
Children under six who have lost their father will receive MAD 375 for each of the first three children, reflecting additional support for the most vulnerable households. Akhannouch noted that no family will receive less than MAD 500 in direct monthly support, regardless of the number of children or whether they have children at all.
A government source speaking anonymously to MWN explained that the increases align with the decree governing Morocco’s direct social support system and outline the increments scheduled for the coming years.
“This increase constitutes the first phase of the expected rise in support amounts for 2026, ranging between MAD 25 and MAD 50 depending on the eligible categories,” the source said. The cumulative increase by 2026 is projected to range between MAD 50 and MAD 100.
The expanded support will also benefit families with children under 21, whether they are enrolled in school or not. Children with disabilities and fatherless orphans are similarly covered under the revised provisions.
Clarifying the adjustments, the source added: “Under the new system, the monthly allowance for child protection against risks rises from MAD 200 per child for the first three children to MAD 250 for children under six and those aged 6 to 21. For non-school-going children aged 6 to 21, the allowance will increase from MAD 150 to MAD 175.”
Akhannouch emphasized that the government will implement this first phase without raising the price of butane gas, underscoring that gas subsidies will remain unchanged. He framed the adjustment as part of the government’s commitment to gradually implementing the royal initiative on direct social support while safeguarding citizens’ purchasing power.
The Head of Government also outlined key elements of the 2026 Finance Bill, noting its alignment with efforts to promote inclusive rural development. He said the bill advances the rollout of territorial action plans for 36 pilot rural centers, with an allocated budget of MAD 2.8 billion. These centers, he stressed, are intended to enhance regional integration by serving as hubs where public and private investment, infrastructure and essential services converge.
Akhannouch concluded by reaffirming the government’s commitment to improving living conditions for eligible families and ensuring the effective implementation of Morocco’s expanding social protection system.
