Chief Rabbi of Casablanca, Morocco (As of 2021)

As of the latest available information (September 2021), Rabbi Joseph Israel serves as the Chief Rabbi of Casablanca, Morocco. He has held the position since 2008.

Context:

• Casablanca hosts Morocco's largest Jewish community (~2,000–3,000 people).
• The Chief Rabbi oversees religious services, kashrut, lifecycle events (marriage, divorce, burial), and represents the community to authorities.
• Morocco's Jewish community is constitutionally recognized; the King appoints the Chief Rabbi on community recommendation.

Note: Leadership can change. For the absolute latest, contact the Conseil des Communautés Israélites du Maroc or the Casablanca Jewish Community Center (Centre Communautaire Juif, Bd Moulay Youssef).