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Africa is entering a new era of sporting excellence as Morocco prepares to open what is being hailed as the most ambitious and best-organized Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) in history. CAF Secretary-General Véron Mosengo-Omba confirmed during a press conference in Rabat that this edition will be “the AFCON of all records.” Over one million […]
A special tribute was paid to the Moroccan police (DGSN) during the closing ceremony of the Arab Security Cooperation Center, on the sidelines of the Arab Cup football competitions in Doha. Qatari authorities commended Morocco’s proactive contribution to the smooth running of the tournament, highlighting the team’s efficiency in coordination and real-time information exchange regarding […]
The WIKA Group, a global leader in pressure and temperature measurement, has opened a new subsidiary in Casablanca, Morocco, to support its existing customers across the Maghreb region. “The opening of the subsidiary in Morocco marks an important milestone in our regional growth strategy,” says Marcel Frei, Senior Vice President South Europe at WIKA. “Our […]
As Morocco prepares to stage the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON 2025), an African police cooperation center was inaugurated in Salé city on Thursday. The first of its kind on the continent, the center will be steering, coordinating and exchanging information related to the security of major sporting events. This center, as part of the […]
The United Nations has reported that 50,445 people fled Sudan’s Kordofan region between Oct. 25 and Dec. 17, as deteriorating security conditions triggered repeated waves of displacement. According to the International Organization for Migration (IOM), 39 displacement-triggering incidents were documented in the region from Oct. 25. Of those affected, approximately 40,350 people were displaced from […]
Morocco’s Atlas Lions captured the Arab Nations Cup after a dramatic 3-2 extra-time victory over Jordan at Lusail Stadium in Doha. This triumph comes despite Morocco fielding a squad that was not its senior “A” team, showcasing the depth of talent in the kingdom’s football ranks. The match began with a moment of brilliance from […]
Morocco has secured a place among the top three global recipients of US Excess Defense Articles (EDA), alongside Greece and Israel, according to a recent report by the US Government Accountability Office (GAO). The ranking underscores Washington’s view of Rabat as a reliable and strategically important ally, deeply committed to military interoperability with American and […]
The 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) to start this Sunday in Morocco is a crucial stepping stone in the country’s ambitious journey to become a global football powerhouse and a significant dress rehearsal for its co-hosting duties at the 2030 World Cup, says British newspaper “The Independent”. The North African nation, which reached the […]
Morocco’s National Security Directorate (DGSN) has implemented a comprehensive high-technology security strategy across host cities preparing for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations. The proactive approach integrates cutting-edge technologies with optimized operational capabilities to guarantee absolute security throughout the continental football championship. An intelligent, extensive video surveillance system has been deployed in major host cities […]
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has announced a record 20 media rights partnerships across over 30 European territories for the AFCON Morocco 2025, ensuring unprecedented visibility and accessibility and bringing the tournament to millions of football fans across Europe. This record number of broadcast partnerships across Europe reflects the growing global appeal and commercial […]