Rabat: The African Open Government Conference is a strategic milestone for Africa, Amal El Fallah Seghrouchni, Minister of Digital Transition and Administrative Reform, said Tuesday at the opening of the event in Rabat.

According to Agence Marocaine De Presse, Seghrouchni stated that the conference aims to strengthen the political anchoring of open government across the continent and reflects a shared commitment to promoting transparency, efficiency, and citizen-centered public action. She emphasized that open governance is essential for participatory democracy, enhancing institutional performance, and building trust between citizens and public authorities. Morocco’s approach to governance aligns with the vision of His Majesty King Mohammed VI, which places citizens at the heart of public policies.

Lower House Speaker Rachid Talbi Alami highlighted the significance of parliamentary involvement in promoting openness, transparency, access to information, and citizen participation, in accordance with the Open Government Partnership (OGP). French Minister Delegate ‚¬Å¡¬°l©onore Caroit praised Morocco’s reforms since joining the OGP in 2018, particularly in access to information and digital transformation. OGP executive director Aidan Eyakuze acknowledged Africa’s growing leadership in the global open government movement, driven by increasing institutional maturity and trust.

The three-day event, held under the theme ‘Towards an Open Africa,’ gathers officials, institutions, and civil society actors from across the continent to share experiences, highlight reforms, and promote inclusive governance practices. It aims to reinforce open government as a key lever for transparency, accountability, anti-corruption efforts, and improved public service delivery.