Ali Fassi Fihri dies aged 71 after long illness

Ali Fassi Fihri dies aged 71 after long illness
Sunday 10 May 2026 - 12:35

Ali Fassi Fihri, former director general of Morocco’s National Office of Electricity and Drinking Water, has died at the age of 71 after a long illness, his family said Sunday.

Fassi Fihri, who was born in Kenitra, held several senior positions throughout his career in both the public and private sectors. He notably served as head of the National Office of Electricity and Drinking Water, a key institution responsible for managing the country’s electricity production and water supply.

He also led the Royal Moroccan Football Federation, playing a role in the governance of the sport at the national level. In addition, he chaired the supervisory board of the Moroccan Agency for Sustainable Energy, which oversees Morocco’s renewable energy strategy, and served as chairman of the board of LafargeHolcim in Morocco.

Throughout his career, Fassi Fihri was also a member of several national and international bodies, reflecting his broad involvement in economic, energy and institutional affairs.

His death marks the passing of a prominent figure in Morocco’s public administration and strategic sectors.

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