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Iraq Reiterates Constant Position in Support of Morocco’s Territorial Integrity  
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Iraq Reiterates Constant Position in Support of Morocco’s Territorial Integrity  

The Republic of Iraq reiterated, on Saturday, its constant position in support of the Kingdom of Morocco's territorial integrity, praising the international momentum in favour of the autonomy plan for the resolution of the dispute over the Moroccan Sahara.   This stance was expressed by Iraq's Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Fuad Hussein, during a joint press briefing following his talks in Rabat with Morocco's Minister of Foreign Affairs, African Cooperation, and Moroccan Expatriates Nasser Bourita.    This official position was highlighted in the joint communiqué by both parties.   The Iraqi foreign minister commended Morocco's efforts to reach a realistic political solution based on consensus, in accordance with the relevant United Natio...
Morocco Reaffirms Commitment to Peace, Reconciliation in Africa at AU Security Council
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Morocco Reaffirms Commitment to Peace, Reconciliation in Africa at AU Security Council

Morocco’s unwavering commitment to peace and reconciliation in Africa was reaffirmed Friday before the African Union’s Peace and Security Council (PSC), as the Kingdom emphasized the need for a comprehensive approach linking security, development, and stability. Speaking at an AU PSC meeting marking African Day of Peace and Reconciliation, Morocco’s Permanent Representative to the AU and UNECA, Mohamed Arrouchi, underscored the Kingdom’s consistent engagement in fostering stability across the continent, in line with the High Directives of HM King Mohammed VI. Africa’s security challenges—rising political violence, terrorism, and extremism, compounded by economic and social crises—continue to hinder development efforts, Arrouchi warned. These instabilities have severe repercussions...
Tanzania’s Diamond Platnumz, Morocco’s Dystinct among top artists at 2024 CAF Awards
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Tanzania’s Diamond Platnumz, Morocco’s Dystinct among top artists at 2024 CAF Awards

Diamond Platnumz, the Tanzanian music superstar, and Dystinct, the Moroccan who is known for his genre that blends R&B, Afrobeat and Arabic influences, are amongst the main acts at the CAF Awards on Monday night. The 2024 CAF Awards will shine a spotlight on the best players, coaches and teams on the continent over the past year but will provide a platform to take in the sights and sounds of Africa’s vibrant entertainment scene.    Monday’s glittering ceremony will be staged at the Palais des Congrès in Marrakech, Morocco from 19h00 local time (18h00 GMT/ 20h00 Cairo time/ 21h00 East African time), and showcases the continent’s best performers on and off the pitch over the past year. But away from the Beautiful Game, it will also be the platform for world-class ...
CAF Releases Women’s Champions League Morocco 2024 Best XI
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CAF Releases Women’s Champions League Morocco 2024 Best XI

The Confédération Africaine de Football (CAF) has announced the Best XI of the CAF Women’s Champions League Morocco 2024, highlighting the top-performing players of the tournament. The CAF Technical Study Group (TSG), which includes football analysts, coaches, and technical advisors, meticulously selected the Best XI based on players' performances throughout the competition. The Best XI features four players from debutants FC Masar, four from Champions TP Mazembe, two from runners-up AS FAR, and one from Edo Queens. In goal is FC Masar’s Habiba Sabry, whose acrobatic saves and commanding presence earned her the title of Best Goalkeeper of the tournament. The central defense is solidified by Shadia Nankya and Aisha Nantongo from FC Masar. The full-back positions are occupied by ...
Hosts Morocco drawn in tough Group A in the TotalEnergies CAF Women’s Africa Cup of Nations Morocco 2024
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Hosts Morocco drawn in tough Group A in the TotalEnergies CAF Women’s Africa Cup of Nations Morocco 2024

Hosts of the TotalEnergies CAF Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (“WAFCON”) Morocco 2024, Morocco have been drawn in what is widely regarded as the toughest group of the competition: Group A. Morocco will be joined by Africa’s most improved Women’s National Team, Zambia, Senegal and the Democratic Republic of Congo. The draw for the TotalEnergies CAF Women’s Africa Cup of Nations Morocco 2024 was conducted in Rabat, Morocco – marking a significant milestone in the countdown to next year’s premium women competition. The draw was attended by CAF President Dr Patrice Motsepe, President of Fédération Royale Marocaine de Football, Fouzi Lekjaa, football legends and football officials.  The defending champions, South Africa will play Ghana, Mali and Tanzania in Group C....