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Moroccan youth handball players vanish during Poland tournament, sparking investigation

Five young Moroccan handball players disappeared from their team headquarters during an Under-19 tournament held in Poland in late June, raising serious concerns among officials and prompting a formal investigation. The Moroccan National Authority for Fighting Corruption in Sports described the incident......

Former Raja Casablanca president Mohamed Boudrika sentenced to five years in prison

A court in Casablanca has sentenced Mohamed Boudrika, the former president of Raja Club Athletic and a Moroccan parliamentarian, to five years in prison for fraud, forgery, and issuing bad cheques. The verdict also includes a payment of MAD 664,000 in damages to victims and a one-year ban on issuing......

Born winners: CAF unveils new slogan for 2024 Women’s AFCON in Morocco

The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has officially announced "Born Winners" as the slogan for the 2024 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) to be held in Morocco from July 5 to 26. This powerful tagline underscores the resilience, ambition, and legacy of African women in football......

Morocco grapples with middle school dropout crisis as education reforms lag

Over 160,000 middle school students leave the education system annually in Morocco, according to Mohamed Saad Berrada, Minister of National Education. This alarming figure highlights significant challenges in keeping youth engaged in formal schooling, especially in urban areas facing rapid population......

Morocco sets sights on hosting 2029 FIFA Club World Cup

Morocco continues to cement its position as a global football hub, expressing formal interest in hosting the 2029 FIFA Club World Cup. Known for its world-class sports infrastructure and growing reputation as a reliable host, the North African nation is taking significant steps to secure the prestigious......

Ronaldo sends signed Portugal jersey to Trump with peace message amid Middle East tensions

Cristiano ronaldo has gifted a signed portugal national team jersey to u.s. president donald trump, accompanied by a heartfelt message advocating “playing for peace.” The gesture comes at a time when global attention is focused on escalating tensions between israel and iran. Trump, currently......

TGCC and SGTM secure $320 million contract for Casablanca's Grand Stadium

Morocco's construction powerhouses TGCC and SGTM have been awarded the second lot of the Grand Stade Hassan II project in Casablanca, a significant infrastructure initiative planned for Benslimane. The contract, valued at MAD 3.2 billion ($320 million), follows the conclusion of the tender process......

Saudi Arabia's PIF Partners with FIFA for 2025 Club World Cup

Saudi arabia's public investment fund (PIF) has become an official partner of the 2025 fifa club world cup, a month-long tournament held in stadiums across the united states. This partnership comes a week before the inaugural tournament begins. This move by PIF, the kingdom’s sovereign wealth......

UK-Morocco cooperation: A pathway to business opportunities ahead of the 2030 World Cup

Morocco’s co-hosting of the 2030 World Cup alongside Spain and Portugal is enhancing its stature on multiple fronts, particularly in business and trade. The United Kingdom has recently declared its intent to strengthen ties with Morocco, aiming to unlock significant business opportunities linked......