HRH Princess Lalla Meryem Chairs Over Official Closing Ceremony of 1st African Forum of Children's Parliament

<p> </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhmlEb8jPkAn5yvpCGBIClV1Crxc251V3iG2OXh60mp5ESvaOrNTmlJlRJ5GE2hD1_MnqQTdZqU8Or90yen-bAHPzfWAsawet4eYgwfm69A4-3XI_5lBF3aTDZxz07UmZyFfOU4qHNYP3MEZjfwS8hfQBHpUv1D_UyV1HKeh0cU0f_wDpw37fWX7fXM9A/s1920/4236%20(8).png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1080" data-original-width="1920" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhmlEb8jPkAn5yvpCGBIClV1Crxc251V3iG2OXh60mp5ESvaOrNTmlJlRJ5GE2hD1_MnqQTdZqU8Or90yen-bAHPzfWAsawet4eYgwfm69A4-3XI_5lBF3aTDZxz07UmZyFfOU4qHNYP3MEZjfwS8hfQBHpUv1D_UyV1HKeh0cU0f_wDpw37fWX7fXM9A/s16000/4236%20(8).png" /></a></div><p></p><blockquote style="border: none; margin: 0px 0px 0px 40px; padding: 0px; text-align: left;"><blockquote style="border: none; margin: 0px 0px 0px 40px; padding: 0px; text-align: left;"><blockquote style="border: none; margin: 0px 0px 0px 40px; padding: 0px; text-align: left;"><blockquote style="border: none; margin: 0px 0px 0px 40px; padding: 0px; text-align: left;"><p style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #0f1b5c; font-family: "manrope regular"; font-size: 18px; line-height: 30px; margin: 0px auto 1rem; text-align: left; text-rendering: optimizelegibility;">Her Royal Highness Princess Lalla Meryem, President of the National Observatory for the Rights of the Child (ONDE), chaired on Saturday at the Parliament headquarters in Rabat over the official closing ceremony of the First edition of the African Forum of Children's Parliament, a continental event held under the High Patronage of His Majesty King Mohammed VI, may God assist Him</p></blockquote></blockquote></blockquote><blockquote style="border: none; margin: 0px 0px 0px 40px; padding: 0px; text-align: left;"><blockquote style="border: none; margin: 0px 0px 0px 40px; padding: 0px; text-align: left;"><blockquote style="border: none; margin: 0px 0px 0px 40px; padding: 0px; text-align: left;"><p style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #0f1b5c; font-family: "manrope regular"; font-size: 18px; line-height: 30px; margin: 0px auto 1rem; text-align: left; text-rendering: optimizelegibility;">Organized by ONDE under the theme "Children’s Participation in Africa’s Development", the forum is part of the ongoing Vision of His Majesty the King for Africa, a vision marked by a steadfast commitment to strengthening South–South cooperation, African solidarity, and placing youth at the center of all development initiatives</p></blockquote></blockquote></blockquote><blockquote style="border: none; margin: 0px 0px 0px 40px; padding: 0px; text-align: left;"><blockquote style="border: none; margin: 0px 0px 0px 40px; padding: 0px; text-align: left;"><blockquote style="border: none; margin: 0px 0px 0px 40px; padding: 0px; text-align: left;"><p style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #0f1b5c; font-family: "manrope regular"; font-size: 18px; line-height: 30px; margin: 0px auto 1rem; text-align: left; text-rendering: optimizelegibility;">Upon her arrival at the Parliament headquarters, HRH Princess Lalla Meryem reviewed a detachment of the Auxiliary Forces that rendered honors, before being greeted by the Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rachid Talbi Alami; the First President of the Court of Cassation and Deputy President of the Supreme Council of the Judicial Power (CSPJ), M’Hammed Abdennabaoui; The King’s Prosecutor General at the Court of Cassation and President of the Public Prosecutor's Office, Hicham Balaoui; the Wali of the Rabat-Salé-Kénitra region and Governor of the Prefecture of Rabat, Mohamed Yacoubi; the President of the Regional Council of Rabat-Salé-Kénitra, Rachid El Abdi; and the President of the Municipal Council of Rabat, Fatiha El Moudni</p></blockquote></blockquote></blockquote><blockquote style="border: none; margin: 0px 0px 0px 40px; padding: 0px; text-align: left;"><blockquote style="border: none; margin: 0px 0px 0px 40px; padding: 0px; text-align: left;"><blockquote style="border: none; margin: 0px 0px 0px 40px; padding: 0px; text-align: left;"><p style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #0f1b5c; font-family: "manrope regular"; font-size: 18px; line-height: 30px; margin: 0px auto 1rem; text-align: left; text-rendering: optimizelegibility;">HRH was also greeted by the President of the Rabat prefectural council, Abdelaziz Derouiche; the Ambassador and Director General of the Moroccan Agency for International Cooperation (AMCI), Mohamed Methqal; the Secretary General of the House of Representatives, Najib El Khadi; and the Vice-President of ONDE, Ghizlane Benjelloun</p></blockquote></blockquote></blockquote><blockquote style="border: none; margin: 0px 0px 0px 40px; padding: 0px; text-align: left;"><blockquote style="border: none; margin: 0px 0px 0px 40px; padding: 0px; text-align: left;"><blockquote style="border: none; margin: 0px 0px 0px 40px; padding: 0px; text-align: left;"><p style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #0f1b5c; font-family: "manrope regular"; font-size: 18px; line-height: 30px; margin: 0px auto 1rem; text-align: left; text-rendering: optimizelegibility;">At the entrance of Parliament, HRH Princess Lalla Meryem was greeted by the Minister of National Education, Preschool and Sports, Mohamed Saâd Berrada; the Minister of Economic Inclusion, Small Business, Employment and Skills, Younes Sekkouri Oubbahessou; the Minister of Solidarity, Social Inclusion and Family, Naima Ben Yahya; and the Minister Delegate for Budget within the Ministry of Economy and Finance, Fouzi Lakjaâ</p></blockquote></blockquote></blockquote><blockquote style="border: none; margin: 0px 0px 0px 40px; padding: 0px; text-align: left;"><blockquote style="border: none; margin: 0px 0px 0px 40px; padding: 0px; text-align: left;"><blockquote style="border: none; margin: 0px 0px 0px 40px; padding: 0px; text-align: left;"><p style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #0f1b5c; font-family: "manrope regular"; font-size: 18px; line-height: 30px; margin: 0px auto 1rem; text-align: left; text-rendering: optimizelegibility;">Her Royal Highness was also greeted by the President of the National Assembly of the Islamic Republic of Mauritania, Mohamed Bamba Meguett; the President of the National Assembly of the Republic of Burundi, Gélase Daniel Ndabirabe; the President of the National Assembly of the Republic of Djibouti, Dileita Mohamed Dileita; the President of the National Assembly of the United Republic of Tanzania, Mussa Azzan Zungu; and the President of the National Assembly of the Republic of Zambia, Nelly Butete Kashumba Mutti</p></blockquote></blockquote></blockquote><blockquote style="border: none; margin: 0px 0px 0px 40px; padding: 0px; text-align: left;"><blockquote style="border: none; margin: 0px 0px 0px 40px; padding: 0px; text-align: left;"><blockquote style="border: none; margin: 0px 0px 0px 40px; padding: 0px; text-align: left;"><p style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #0f1b5c; font-family: "manrope regular"; font-size: 18px; line-height: 30px; margin: 0px auto 1rem; text-align: left; text-rendering: optimizelegibility;">HRH Princess Lalla Meryem then visited five workshops held by African and Moroccan child parliamentarians. These included the workshop "Children’s right to participate in public policies and strategies: What place for child parliamentarians in the continent’s countries?" which invites young participants to reflect on their role in shaping public policies that concern them and highlights African experiences in child parliamentary participation, as well as ways to strengthen their contribution to national and continental decision-making processes</p></blockquote></blockquote></blockquote><blockquote style="border: none; margin: 0px 0px 0px 40px; padding: 0px; text-align: left;"><blockquote style="border: none; margin: 0px 0px 0px 40px; padding: 0px; text-align: left;"><blockquote style="border: none; margin: 0px 0px 0px 40px; padding: 0px; text-align: left;"><p style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #0f1b5c; font-family: "manrope regular"; font-size: 18px; line-height: 30px; margin: 0px auto 1rem; text-align: left; text-rendering: optimizelegibility;">The second workshop, "Africa facing the challenges of equitable and inclusive education", offered a collective reflection on persistent educational inequalities across the continent and ways to remedy them, ensuring equitable, inclusive, and quality education for every African child</p></blockquote></blockquote></blockquote><blockquote style="border: none; margin: 0px 0px 0px 40px; padding: 0px; text-align: left;"><blockquote style="border: none; margin: 0px 0px 0px 40px; padding: 0px; text-align: left;"><blockquote style="border: none; margin: 0px 0px 0px 40px; padding: 0px; text-align: left;"><p style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #0f1b5c; font-family: "manrope regular"; font-size: 18px; line-height: 30px; margin: 0px auto 1rem; text-align: left; text-rendering: optimizelegibility;">The third workshop focused on "Access to healthcare and the role of mental health in programs in Africa". It addressed disparities in healthcare access across the continent, emphasizing the need to integrate mental health into African public policies and fostering exchanges on the role of psychological well-being in national programs and innovative solutions to ensure equitable and comprehensive access to healthcare, particularly mental health</p></blockquote></blockquote></blockquote><blockquote style="border: none; margin: 0px 0px 0px 40px; padding: 0px; text-align: left;"><blockquote style="border: none; margin: 0px 0px 0px 40px; padding: 0px; text-align: left;"><blockquote style="border: none; margin: 0px 0px 0px 40px; padding: 0px; text-align: left;"><p style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #0f1b5c; font-family: "manrope regular"; font-size: 18px; line-height: 30px; margin: 0px auto 1rem; text-align: left; text-rendering: optimizelegibility;">The fourth workshop, "From education to exploitation: Child labor, an African reality", centered the debate on the root causes of child labor in Africa and its consequences on children’s future. The fifth workshop, "Children in street situations and early marriage: Building effective responses in Africa", shed light on two alarming realities that undermine the fundamental rights of children on the continent, offering a platform for consultation on concrete approaches to combating all forms of violence against children</p></blockquote></blockquote></blockquote><blockquote style="border: none; margin: 0px 0px 0px 40px; padding: 0px; text-align: left;"><blockquote style="border: none; margin: 0px 0px 0px 40px; padding: 0px; text-align: left;"><blockquote style="border: none; margin: 0px 0px 0px 40px; padding: 0px; text-align: left;"><p style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #0f1b5c; font-family: "manrope regular"; font-size: 18px; line-height: 30px; margin: 0px auto 1rem; text-align: left; text-rendering: optimizelegibility;">Her Royal Highness then attended the screening of two video capsules entitled "Sharing the achievements of the Moroccan Observatory and best practices in child participatory approaches" and "African Forum of the Children’s Parliament: fruitful exchanges"</p></blockquote></blockquote></blockquote><blockquote style="border: none; margin: 0px 0px 0px 40px; padding: 0px; text-align: left;"><blockquote style="border: none; margin: 0px 0px 0px 40px; padding: 0px; text-align: left;"><blockquote style="border: none; margin: 0px 0px 0px 40px; padding: 0px; text-align: left;"><p style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #0f1b5c; font-family: "manrope regular"; font-size: 18px; line-height: 30px; margin: 0px auto 1rem; text-align: left; text-rendering: optimizelegibility;">On this occasion, child parliamentarians Mariyam Diouf from Senegal and Lugman Yazid Zeid from Djibouti announced the adoption, by acclamation at the end of the Forum’s proceedings, of the Final Declaration of the 1st African Forum of the Children’s Parliament, entitled "Rabat Declaration on Children’s Participation in Africa’s Development"</p></blockquote></blockquote></blockquote><blockquote style="border: none; margin: 0px 0px 0px 40px; padding: 0px; text-align: left;"><blockquote style="border: none; margin: 0px 0px 0px 40px; padding: 0px; text-align: left;"><blockquote style="border: none; margin: 0px 0px 0px 40px; padding: 0px; text-align: left;"><p style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #0f1b5c; font-family: "manrope regular"; font-size: 18px; line-height: 30px; margin: 0px auto 1rem; text-align: left; text-rendering: optimizelegibility;">This Declaration confirms the creation of the African Network for Children’s Rights, for which ONDE will host the headquarters and provide all necessary support to accelerate the ambition of an Africa where the continent’s children become agents of change and builders of peace</p></blockquote></blockquote></blockquote><blockquote style="border: none; margin: 0px 0px 0px 40px; padding: 0px; text-align: left;"><blockquote style="border: none; margin: 0px 0px 0px 40px; padding: 0px; text-align: left;"><blockquote style="border: none; margin: 0px 0px 0px 40px; padding: 0px; text-align: left;"><p style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #0f1b5c; font-family: "manrope regular"; font-size: 18px; line-height: 30px; margin: 0px auto 1rem; text-align: left; text-rendering: optimizelegibility;">At the end of the ceremony, Her Royal Highness Princess Lalla Meryem posed for a commemorative photo with the participating African child parliamentarians</p></blockquote></blockquote></blockquote><blockquote style="border: none; margin: 0px 0px 0px 40px; padding: 0px; text-align: left;"><blockquote style="border: none; margin: 0px 0px 0px 40px; padding: 0px; text-align: left;"><blockquote style="border: none; margin: 0px 0px 0px 40px; padding: 0px; text-align: left;"><p style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #0f1b5c; font-family: "manrope regular"; font-size: 18px; line-height: 30px; margin: 0px auto 1rem; text-align: left; text-rendering: optimizelegibility;">The first edition of the African Forum of the Children’s Parliament, which opened on Friday, brought together more than 170 distinguished guests: Presidents of national parliamentary assemblies, ministers, and other officials and institutional representatives from 28 African countries</p></blockquote></blockquote></blockquote><blockquote style="border: none; 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HRH Princess Lalla Meryem Chairs Over Official Closing Ceremony of 1st African Forum of Children's Parliament

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Infrastructure development, quality service top citizens’ expectation in new GSS report

<p> </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhCyURJlSMAk20MugoIhwp0ssdqhQzxJPLCSvevbFpU_XU-IfC_2QmUD0Lrki8vT_vZK5vXjO9aNdJAimSjvO4GHzMZxz4el-oaBHqC_vncz1DP7-mxfZ1W0DwyF1oYF15EICEBQb6C589iVmgaVBcrUwDW7uU0_oEdP61V-DaMgkroSjFdNgNGLYOj8g/s759/1682413498567.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="422" data-original-width="759" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhCyURJlSMAk20MugoIhwp0ssdqhQzxJPLCSvevbFpU_XU-IfC_2QmUD0Lrki8vT_vZK5vXjO9aNdJAimSjvO4GHzMZxz4el-oaBHqC_vncz1DP7-mxfZ1W0DwyF1oYF15EICEBQb6C589iVmgaVBcrUwDW7uU0_oEdP61V-DaMgkroSjFdNgNGLYOj8g/s16000/1682413498567.jpg" /></a></div><p></p><blockquote style="border: none; margin: 0px 0px 0px 40px; padding: 0px; text-align: left;"><blockquote style="border: none; margin: 0px 0px 0px 40px; padding: 0px; text-align: left;"><div style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #484848; font-family: "Exo 2.0", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-size: 14px; font-stretch: inherit; font-variant-alternates: inherit; font-variant-east-asian: inherit; font-variant-emoji: inherit; font-variant-numeric: inherit; font-variant-position: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">Wa, (UW/R), Nov. 22, GNA – The Governance Series Wave 2, a new survey report by the Ghana Statistical Service (GSS), has revealed a high citizen demand for infrastructure development and quality service delivery</div></blockquote><blockquote style="border: none; margin: 0px 0px 0px 40px; padding: 0px; text-align: left;"><div style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #484848; font-family: "Exo 2.0", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-size: 14px; font-stretch: inherit; font-variant-alternates: inherit; font-variant-east-asian: inherit; font-variant-emoji: inherit; font-variant-numeric: inherit; font-variant-position: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"><br /></div></blockquote><blockquote style="border: none; margin: 0px 0px 0px 40px; padding: 0px; text-align: left;"><div style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #484848; font-family: "Exo 2.0", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-size: 14px; font-stretch: inherit; font-variant-alternates: inherit; font-variant-east-asian: inherit; font-variant-emoji: inherit; font-variant-numeric: inherit; font-variant-position: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">It revealed that 52.6 per cent of the participants expected infrastructure development and quality service within the next six months, while 25.9 per cent expected economic stability, job creation and business support</div></blockquote><blockquote style="border: none; margin: 0px 0px 0px 40px; padding: 0px; text-align: left;"><div style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #484848; font-family: "Exo 2.0", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-size: 14px; font-stretch: inherit; font-variant-alternates: inherit; font-variant-east-asian: inherit; font-variant-emoji: inherit; font-variant-numeric: inherit; font-variant-position: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"><br /></div></blockquote><blockquote style="border: none; margin: 0px 0px 0px 40px; padding: 0px; text-align: left;"><div style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #484848; font-family: "Exo 2.0", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-size: 14px; font-stretch: inherit; font-variant-alternates: inherit; font-variant-east-asian: inherit; font-variant-emoji: inherit; font-variant-numeric: inherit; font-variant-position: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">Others were good governance and accountability, nine per cent; environmental protection and sanitation, 5.3 per cent; safety, security and law enforcement, 6.2 per cent; while social welfare and support for the vulnerable was 0.3</div></blockquote><blockquote style="border: none; margin: 0px 0px 0px 40px; padding: 0px; text-align: left;"><div style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #484848; font-family: "Exo 2.0", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-size: 14px; font-stretch: inherit; font-variant-alternates: inherit; font-variant-east-asian: inherit; font-variant-emoji: inherit; font-variant-numeric: inherit; font-variant-position: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"><br /></div></blockquote><blockquote style="border: none; margin: 0px 0px 0px 40px; padding: 0px; text-align: left;"><div style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #484848; font-family: "Exo 2.0", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-size: 14px; font-stretch: inherit; font-variant-alternates: inherit; font-variant-east-asian: inherit; font-variant-emoji: inherit; font-variant-numeric: inherit; font-variant-position: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">Mr John Gambo, the Upper West Regional Statistician, presented the survey findings at a stakeholder engagement in Wa to mark the 2025 African Statistics Day</div></blockquote><blockquote style="border: none; margin: 0px 0px 0px 40px; padding: 0px; text-align: left;"><div style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #484848; font-family: "Exo 2.0", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-size: 14px; font-stretch: inherit; font-variant-alternates: inherit; font-variant-east-asian: inherit; font-variant-emoji: inherit; font-variant-numeric: inherit; font-variant-position: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"><br /></div></blockquote><blockquote style="border: none; margin: 0px 0px 0px 40px; padding: 0px; text-align: left;"><div style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #484848; font-family: "Exo 2.0", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-size: 14px; font-stretch: inherit; font-variant-alternates: inherit; font-variant-east-asian: inherit; font-variant-emoji: inherit; font-variant-numeric: inherit; font-variant-position: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">The engagement was to, among other things, enable stakeholders share experiences, best practices, and lessons in leveraging innovation to improve data quality, timeliness, and relevance.</div></blockquote><blockquote style="border: none; margin: 0px 0px 0px 40px; padding: 0px; text-align: left;"><div style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #484848; font-family: "Exo 2.0", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-size: 14px; font-stretch: inherit; font-variant-alternates: inherit; font-variant-east-asian: inherit; font-variant-emoji: inherit; font-variant-numeric: inherit; font-variant-position: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">The survey compared two survey findings – Wave 1 (first survey conducted in 2024) and Wave 2 (second survey conducted in 2025)</div></blockquote><blockquote style="border: none; margin: 0px 0px 0px 40px; padding: 0px; text-align: left;"><div style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #484848; font-family: "Exo 2.0", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-size: 14px; font-stretch: inherit; font-variant-alternates: inherit; font-variant-east-asian: inherit; font-variant-emoji: inherit; font-variant-numeric: inherit; font-variant-position: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"><br /></div></blockquote><blockquote style="border: none; margin: 0px 0px 0px 40px; padding: 0px; text-align: left;"><div style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #484848; font-family: "Exo 2.0", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-size: 14px; font-stretch: inherit; font-variant-alternates: inherit; font-variant-east-asian: inherit; font-variant-emoji: inherit; font-variant-numeric: inherit; font-variant-position: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"><br /></div></blockquote><blockquote style="border: none; margin: 0px 0px 0px 40px; padding: 0px; text-align: left;"><div style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #484848; font-family: "Exo 2.0", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-size: 14px; font-stretch: inherit; font-variant-alternates: inherit; font-variant-east-asian: inherit; font-variant-emoji: inherit; font-variant-numeric: inherit; font-variant-position: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">It sampled 15,400 selected households from the 2021 population and Housing Census (PHC), with 7,248 and 5,640 interviews completed in Wave 1 and 2, respectively.</div></blockquote><blockquote style="border: none; margin: 0px 0px 0px 40px; padding: 0px; text-align: left;"><div style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #484848; font-family: "Exo 2.0", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-size: 14px; font-stretch: inherit; font-variant-alternates: inherit; font-variant-east-asian: inherit; font-variant-emoji: inherit; font-variant-numeric: inherit; font-variant-position: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">On payment of bribes, the report indicated that 14.3 per cent of the respondents in Wave 2 said they gave gifts to public officials compared to 18.4 per cent in Wave 1</div></blockquote><blockquote style="border: none; margin: 0px 0px 0px 40px; padding: 0px; text-align: left;"><div style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #484848; font-family: "Exo 2.0", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-size: 14px; font-stretch: inherit; font-variant-alternates: inherit; font-variant-east-asian: inherit; font-variant-emoji: inherit; font-variant-numeric: inherit; font-variant-position: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"><br /></div></blockquote><blockquote style="border: none; margin: 0px 0px 0px 40px; padding: 0px; text-align: left;"><div style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #484848; font-family: "Exo 2.0", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-size: 14px; font-stretch: inherit; font-variant-alternates: inherit; font-variant-east-asian: inherit; font-variant-emoji: inherit; font-variant-numeric: inherit; font-variant-position: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">The gifts given included: favours, money, valuables, land or other goods, and food, drinks and animals, with money being the highest – 85.2 per cent in Wave 1 and 72.1 per cent in Wave 2</div></blockquote><blockquote style="border: none; margin: 0px 0px 0px 40px; padding: 0px; text-align: left;"><div style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #484848; font-family: "Exo 2.0", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-size: 14px; font-stretch: inherit; font-variant-alternates: inherit; font-variant-east-asian: inherit; font-variant-emoji: inherit; font-variant-numeric: inherit; font-variant-position: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"><br /></div></blockquote><blockquote style="border: none; margin: 0px 0px 0px 40px; padding: 0px; text-align: left;"><div style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #484848; font-family: "Exo 2.0", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-size: 14px; font-stretch: inherit; font-variant-alternates: inherit; font-variant-east-asian: inherit; font-variant-emoji: inherit; font-variant-numeric: inherit; font-variant-position: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">The data also showed that some of the gifts were requested by the public official while others were unsolicited</div></blockquote><blockquote style="border: none; margin: 0px 0px 0px 40px; padding: 0px; text-align: left;"><div style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #484848; font-family: "Exo 2.0", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-size: 14px; font-stretch: inherit; font-variant-alternates: inherit; font-variant-east-asian: inherit; font-variant-emoji: inherit; font-variant-numeric: inherit; font-variant-position: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"><br /></div></blockquote><blockquote style="border: none; margin: 0px 0px 0px 40px; padding: 0px; text-align: left;"><div style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #484848; font-family: "Exo 2.0", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-size: 14px; font-stretch: inherit; font-variant-alternates: inherit; font-variant-east-asian: inherit; font-variant-emoji: inherit; font-variant-numeric: inherit; font-variant-position: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">The survey recommended increased citizen engagement at all levels to align policies with people’s priorities</div></blockquote><blockquote style="border: none; margin: 0px 0px 0px 40px; padding: 0px; text-align: left;"><div style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #484848; font-family: "Exo 2.0", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-size: 14px; font-stretch: inherit; font-variant-alternates: inherit; font-variant-east-asian: inherit; font-variant-emoji: inherit; font-variant-numeric: inherit; font-variant-position: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">It called for measures to protect persons with disabilities and other vulnerable groups, who were most exposed to informal payments, through the introduction of priority service lanes and accessibility protocols.</div></blockquote><blockquote style="border: none; margin: 0px 0px 0px 40px; padding: 0px; text-align: left;"><div style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #484848; font-family: "Exo 2.0", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-size: 14px; font-stretch: inherit; font-variant-alternates: inherit; font-variant-east-asian: inherit; font-variant-emoji: inherit; font-variant-numeric: inherit; font-variant-position: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">The survey also stressed the need to institute clear rules on gifts and conflict of interest for public officers, among others</div></blockquote><blockquote style="border: none; margin: 0px 0px 0px 40px; padding: 0px; text-align: left;"><div style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #484848; font-family: "Exo 2.0", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-size: 14px; font-stretch: inherit; font-variant-alternates: inherit; font-variant-east-asian: inherit; font-variant-emoji: inherit; font-variant-numeric: inherit; font-variant-position: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"><br /></div></blockquote><blockquote style="border: none; margin: 0px 0px 0px 40px; padding: 0px; text-align: left;"><div style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #484848; font-family: "Exo 2.0", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-size: 14px; font-stretch: inherit; font-variant-alternates: inherit; font-variant-east-asian: inherit; font-variant-emoji: inherit; font-variant-numeric: inherit; font-variant-position: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">The African Statistics Day was established in 1990 by the Conference of African Ministers for Planning and Economic Development, under the United Nations Economic Commission for Africa (UNECA).</div></blockquote><blockquote style="border: none; margin: 0px 0px 0px 40px; padding: 0px; text-align: left;"><div style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #484848; font-family: "Exo 2.0", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-size: 14px; font-stretch: inherit; font-variant-alternates: inherit; font-variant-east-asian: inherit; font-variant-emoji: inherit; font-variant-numeric: inherit; font-variant-position: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">It was to raise awareness about the importance of statistics in economic and social development, and promote the use and improvement of reliable statistical systems across African nations.</div></blockquote><blockquote style="border: none; margin: 0px 0px 0px 40px; padding: 0px; text-align: left;"><div style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #484848; font-family: "Exo 2.0", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-size: 14px; font-stretch: inherit; font-variant-alternates: inherit; font-variant-east-asian: inherit; font-variant-emoji: inherit; font-variant-numeric: inherit; font-variant-position: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">This year’s commemoration was on the theme: “Leveraging innovations in data and statistics to promote a just, peaceful, inclusive and prosperous society for Africans”</div></blockquote><blockquote style="border: none; margin: 0px 0px 0px 40px; padding: 0px; text-align: left;"><div style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #484848; font-family: "Exo 2.0", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-size: 14px; font-stretch: inherit; font-variant-alternates: inherit; font-variant-east-asian: inherit; font-variant-emoji: inherit; font-variant-numeric: inherit; font-variant-position: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"><br /></div></blockquote><blockquote style="border: none; margin: 0px 0px 0px 40px; padding: 0px; text-align: left;"><div style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #484848; font-family: "Exo 2.0", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-size: 14px; font-stretch: inherit; font-variant-alternates: inherit; font-variant-east-asian: inherit; font-variant-emoji: inherit; font-variant-numeric: inherit; font-variant-position: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">Mr Gambo emphasised the importance of informed policy-making and evidence-based planning through high-quality data in addressing citizens’ needs</div></blockquote><blockquote style="border: none; margin: 0px 0px 0px 40px; padding: 0px; text-align: left;"><div style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #484848; font-family: "Exo 2.0", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-size: 14px; font-stretch: inherit; font-variant-alternates: inherit; font-variant-east-asian: inherit; font-variant-emoji: inherit; font-variant-numeric: inherit; font-variant-position: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"><br /></div></blockquote><blockquote style="border: none; margin: 0px 0px 0px 40px; padding: 0px; text-align: left;"><div style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #484848; font-family: "Exo 2.0", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-size: 14px; font-stretch: inherit; font-variant-alternates: inherit; font-variant-east-asian: inherit; font-variant-emoji: inherit; font-variant-numeric: inherit; font-variant-position: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">He explained that the theme “challenges us to think bigger, to be more creative, and to deepen our commitment to equity and progress”</div></blockquote><blockquote style="border: none; margin: 0px 0px 0px 40px; padding: 0px; text-align: left;"><div style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #484848; font-family: "Exo 2.0", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-size: 14px; font-stretch: inherit; font-variant-alternates: inherit; font-variant-east-asian: inherit; font-variant-emoji: inherit; font-variant-numeric: inherit; font-variant-position: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"><br /></div></blockquote><blockquote style="border: none; margin: 0px 0px 0px 40px; padding: 0px; text-align: left;"><div style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #484848; font-family: "Exo 2.0", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-size: 14px; font-stretch: inherit; font-variant-alternates: inherit; font-variant-east-asian: inherit; font-variant-emoji: inherit; font-variant-numeric: inherit; font-variant-position: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">Mr Salifu Issifu Kanton, the Executive Director, Community Development Alliance, encouraged communities to desist from giving gifts in appreciation of services provided</div></blockquote><blockquote style="border: none; margin: 0px 0px 0px 40px; padding: 0px; text-align: left;"><div style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #484848; font-family: "Exo 2.0", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-size: 14px; font-stretch: inherit; font-variant-alternates: inherit; font-variant-east-asian: inherit; font-variant-emoji: inherit; font-variant-numeric: inherit; font-variant-position: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"><br /></div></blockquote><blockquote style="border: none; margin: 0px 0px 0px 40px; padding: 0px; text-align: left;"><div style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #484848; font-family: "Exo 2.0", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-size: 14px; font-stretch: inherit; font-variant-alternates: inherit; font-variant-east-asian: inherit; font-variant-emoji: inherit; font-variant-numeric: inherit; font-variant-position: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">He indicated that some community leaders gave animals and other items to public and private officials for service provided, but said those services were not privileges</div></blockquote><blockquote style="border: none; margin: 0px 0px 0px 40px; padding: 0px; text-align: left;"><div style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #484848; font-family: "Exo 2.0", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-size: 14px; font-stretch: inherit; font-variant-alternates: inherit; font-variant-east-asian: inherit; font-variant-emoji: inherit; font-variant-numeric: inherit; font-variant-position: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"> Philip Tengzu</div></blockquote></blockquote>

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Thirty Days Before AFCON, Morocco Establishes Itself as Driving Force in African Football (TV5)

<p> </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjULeSZ-O67XUmgWf5-BKwGHmJPHxu0hMuNpL97FMFyckBZ6aqZxotCKMU_R5rRfnvQP4OhSEJvOlXagokwtwwQtEbDRYdTXSuQLXxWmuDPS007JEzfi7917ngU2ulqPqDgp9MTBXTwLsVhYaVdYimCJgG9NjSJT1vJ4e9rX5PTwIdKGY4ssDAevwuXLQ/s1320/Morocco.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="742" data-original-width="1320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjULeSZ-O67XUmgWf5-BKwGHmJPHxu0hMuNpL97FMFyckBZ6aqZxotCKMU_R5rRfnvQP4OhSEJvOlXagokwtwwQtEbDRYdTXSuQLXxWmuDPS007JEzfi7917ngU2ulqPqDgp9MTBXTwLsVhYaVdYimCJgG9NjSJT1vJ4e9rX5PTwIdKGY4ssDAevwuXLQ/s16000/Morocco.png" /></a></div><p></p><blockquote style="border: none; margin: 0px 0px 0px 40px; padding: 0px; text-align: left;"><blockquote style="border: none; margin: 0px 0px 0px 40px; padding: 0px; text-align: left;"><p style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #484848; font-family: "Exo 2.0", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-size: 14px; font-stretch: inherit; font-variant-alternates: inherit; font-variant-east-asian: inherit; font-variant-emoji: inherit; font-variant-numeric: inherit; font-variant-position: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px 0px 21px; padding: 0px; text-align: left; vertical-align: baseline;">Morocco, host country of the upcoming Africa Cup of Nations, is establishing itself as a driving force in African football, supported by world-class training policies and infrastructure, according to TV5</p></blockquote><blockquote style="border: none; margin: 0px 0px 0px 40px; padding: 0px; text-align: left;"><p style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #484848; font-family: "Exo 2.0", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-size: 14px; font-stretch: inherit; font-variant-alternates: inherit; font-variant-east-asian: inherit; font-variant-emoji: inherit; font-variant-numeric: inherit; font-variant-position: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px 0px 21px; padding: 0px; text-align: left; vertical-align: baseline;">In a program titled « Morocco: 30 Days Before AFCON », the French media outlet highlights that « the Kingdom is already the locomotive of Africa in terms of infrastructure, with many African teams playing or holding training camps there. »</p></blockquote><blockquote style="border: none; margin: 0px 0px 0px 40px; padding: 0px; text-align: left;"><p style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #484848; font-family: "Exo 2.0", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-size: 14px; font-stretch: inherit; font-variant-alternates: inherit; font-variant-east-asian: inherit; font-variant-emoji: inherit; font-variant-numeric: inherit; font-variant-position: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px 0px 21px; padding: 0px; text-align: left; vertical-align: baseline;">The rise of Moroccan football is « the result of local training policies, but also the scouting of young dual nationals to build cohesive groups of players, » notes the channel’s sports consultant, Hervé Kouamou</p></blockquote><blockquote style="border: none; margin: 0px 0px 0px 40px; padding: 0px; text-align: left;"><p style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #484848; font-family: "Exo 2.0", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-size: 14px; font-stretch: inherit; font-variant-alternates: inherit; font-variant-east-asian: inherit; font-variant-emoji: inherit; font-variant-numeric: inherit; font-variant-position: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px 0px 21px; padding: 0px; text-align: left; vertical-align: baseline;">According to him, Morocco is among the countries on the continent that have succeeded best in this area, noting that the U20 national team crowned world champions in Chile is a mix of locally trained players and talents identified abroad</p></blockquote><blockquote style="border: none; margin: 0px 0px 0px 40px; padding: 0px; text-align: left;"><p style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #484848; font-family: "Exo 2.0", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-size: 14px; font-stretch: inherit; font-variant-alternates: inherit; font-variant-east-asian: inherit; font-variant-emoji: inherit; font-variant-numeric: inherit; font-variant-position: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px 0px 21px; padding: 0px; text-align: left; vertical-align: baseline;">Pointing out that Rabat has chosen sport as a tool of soft power, Kouamou said it is « a way of communicating with the world and with Africa through sports. » Undoubtedly, he added, the policy of hosting major events is bearing fruit, as the Kingdom is also preparing to co-host the 2030 World Cup with Spain and Portugal</p></blockquote><blockquote style="border: none; margin: 0px 0px 0px 40px; padding: 0px; text-align: left;"><p style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #484848; font-family: "Exo 2.0", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-size: 14px; font-stretch: inherit; font-variant-alternates: inherit; font-variant-east-asian: inherit; font-variant-emoji: inherit; font-variant-numeric: inherit; font-variant-position: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px 0px 21px; padding: 0px; text-align: left; vertical-align: baseline;">For this edition of AFCON (December 21-January 18), TV5 notes that it will be the first time six cities will host the 24 teams, divided into six groups, across nine stadiums that have been fully renovated or entirely rebuilt, such as the Moulay Abdellah Stadium in Rabat</p></blockquote><blockquote style="border: none; margin: 0px 0px 0px 40px; padding: 0px; text-align: left;"><p style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #484848; font-family: "Exo 2.0", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-size: 14px; font-stretch: inherit; font-variant-alternates: inherit; font-variant-east-asian: inherit; font-variant-emoji: inherit; font-variant-numeric: inherit; font-variant-position: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px 0px 21px; padding: 0px; text-align: left; vertical-align: baseline;">Kouamou added that AFCON, which will coincide with the end-of-year festivities, will take on the dimension of a major sporting and celebratory event</p></blockquote></blockquote>

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Achraf Hakimi Shines Bright Among Football Giants: Globe Soccer Awards 2025 Nominee

<p> </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi_ClGzWE7HkHYi5mrdjxSgoMpx-1nsxQiWdU5CFhgl-xb7IJ6p1GvO9hQ5dOIaXJNgs_ou6L-JHKUySA90I_x6ecvhMMmFli7yzWJgnK7dYITuwnkQtSnSk-diKMxUH6rBhOUu9JpbiNwxAgJK4TKWkrDhnnC7OIvxZRyWb14tYIHD9Fr4Kw8GXIQRsQ/s2501/vis_1122202518565835.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1138" data-original-width="2501" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi_ClGzWE7HkHYi5mrdjxSgoMpx-1nsxQiWdU5CFhgl-xb7IJ6p1GvO9hQ5dOIaXJNgs_ou6L-JHKUySA90I_x6ecvhMMmFli7yzWJgnK7dYITuwnkQtSnSk-diKMxUH6rBhOUu9JpbiNwxAgJK4TKWkrDhnnC7OIvxZRyWb14tYIHD9Fr4Kw8GXIQRsQ/s16000/vis_1122202518565835.jpg" /></a></div><p></p><blockquote style="border: none; margin: 0px 0px 0px 40px; padding: 0px; text-align: left;"><p data-end="1046" data-start="550">Achraf Hakimi continues to solidify his status among the world’s football elites in 2025. Recently crowned the African Ballon d’Or winner, Hakimi, the dynamic captain of Morocco’s Lions de l’Atlas and star right-back for Paris Saint-Germain, has now been nominated for the prestigious Globe Soccer Awards as Best Men’s Player of the Year. This nomination not only celebrates his incredible performances throughout the season but also highlights his leadership and consistency on the global stage</p><h2 data-end="1092" data-start="1053">The Journey of Achraf Hakimi in 2025</h2><h3 data-end="1145" data-start="1094">Hakimi’s Impact at Club and International Level</h3><p data-end="1620" data-start="1147">Hakimi’s 2025 season has been nothing short of extraordinary. His club performances with Paris Saint-Germain have been marked by decisive goals, tactical versatility, and unwavering stamina. Equally impressive is his contribution to the Moroccan national team, where his leadership as captain of the Lions de l’Atlas inspires confidence and unity on and off the pitch. These qualities have earned him a spot among football’s elite in a year filled with intense competition</p><h3 data-end="1657" data-start="1622">A List Full of Football Legends</h3><p data-end="1989" data-start="1659">Joining Hakimi on the Globe Soccer Awards nomination list are football superstars such as Kylian Mbappé, Mohamed Salah, Ousmane Dembélé, and the young sensation Lamine Yamal. This underlines the exceptional level of talent competing for the coveted Best Men’s Player award in 2025, and emphasizes Hakimi’s remarkable achievements</p><h2 data-end="2051" data-start="1996">Understanding the Globe Soccer Awards Voting Process</h2><h3 data-end="2102" data-start="2053">Round 1: Public Voting (November 19–27, 2025)</h3><p data-end="2366" data-start="2104">The first round invites football fans worldwide to vote freely for their favorites across nine categories, including Best Men’s Player. Hakimi’s supporters can cast their votes exclusively on the official Globe Soccer website, pushing him towards the next round</p><h3 data-end="2425" data-start="2368">Round 2: Jury and Public Voting (December 3–11, 2025)</h3><p data-end="2655" data-start="2427">In the final round, voting combines an 80% weight from the official jury with a 20% contribution from the public, making every fan vote crucial. The winners will be announced at the awards ceremony in Dubai on December 28, 2025</p><h2 data-end="2720" data-start="2662">How to Support Achraf Hakimi: Step-by-Step Voting Guide</h2>Visit the official voting platform: <a class="decorated-link" data-end="2915" data-start="2761" href="https://vote.globesoccer.com/vote/best-men-player-2025/?index=5&embed=false" rel="noopener" target="_new">https://vote.globesoccer.com/vote/best-men-player-2025/?index=5&embed=false<br /><span aria-hidden="true" class="ms-0.5 inline-block align-middle leading-none"><svg class="block h-[0.75em] w-[0.75em] stroke-current stroke-[0.75]" data-rtl-flip="" fill="currentColor" height="20" viewbox="0 0 20 20" width="20" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg"><path d="M14.3349 13.3301V6.60645L5.47065 15.4707C5.21095 15.7304 4.78895 15.7304 4.52925 15.4707C4.26955 15.211 4.26955 14.789 4.52925 14.5293L13.3935 5.66504H6.66011C6.29284 5.66504 5.99507 5.36727 5.99507 5C5.99507 4.63273 6.29284 4.33496 6.66011 4.33496H14.9999L15.1337 4.34863C15.4369 4.41057 15.665 4.67857 15.665 5V13.3301C15.6649 13.6973 15.3672 13.9951 14.9999 13.9951C14.6327 13.9951 14.335 13.6973 14.3349 13.3301Z"></path></svg></span></a>Select "Achraf Hakimi" under the "Best Men’s Player" category<br />Confirm and submit your vote<p data-end="3087" data-start="3022">Every vote brings Hakimi closer to this prestigious global honor</p><h2 data-end="3133" data-start="3094">Why Achraf Hakimi Deserves Your Vote</h2><p data-end="3464" data-start="3135">Hakimi’s journey is a testament to talent, hard work, and leadership. His performances have not only thrilled PSG fans but have also inspired millions across Africa and beyond. By voting for him, supporters celebrate not only an exceptional athlete but also a symbol of pride for Moroccan and African football on the world stage</p><h2 data-end="3530" data-start="3471"> Join the Movement and Vote for Achraf Hakimi</h2><p data-end="3935" data-start="3532">The 2025 Globe Soccer Awards represent a unique opportunity for football fans worldwide to recognize true excellence. Achraf Hakimi’s nomination is well deserved, reflecting his outstanding season and leadership qualities. Fans are encouraged to cast their votes and show their support for the Moroccan star. Together, let’s help Achraf Hakimi continue his ascent among the football legends of our time</p></blockquote><ol data-end="3020" data-start="2722"> <li data-end="2917" data-start="2722"> <p data-end="2917" data-start="2725"><a class="decorated-link" data-end="2915" data-start="2761" href="https://vote.globesoccer.com/vote/best-men-player-2025/?index=5&embed=false" rel="noopener" target="_new"><span aria-hidden="true" class="ms-0.5 inline-block align-middle leading-none"><svg class="block h-[0.75em] w-[0.75em] stroke-current stroke-[0.75]" data-rtl-flip="" fill="currentColor" height="20" viewbox="0 0 20 20" width="20" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg"><path d="M14.3349 13.3301V6.60645L5.47065 15.4707C5.21095 15.7304 4.78895 15.7304 4.52925 15.4707C4.26955 15.211 4.26955 14.789 4.52925 14.5293L13.3935 5.66504H6.66011C6.29284 5.66504 5.99507 5.36727 5.99507 5C5.99507 4.63273 6.29284 4.33496 6.66011 4.33496H14.9999L15.1337 4.34863C15.4369 4.41057 15.665 4.67857 15.665 5V13.3301C15.6649 13.6973 15.3672 13.9951 14.9999 13.9951C14.6327 13.9951 14.335 13.6973 14.3349 13.3301Z"></path></svg></span></a></p> </li> </ol><p> </p>

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First African Forum of Children’s Parliament, Platform to Make Voice of Continent’s Children Heard - Child Parliamentarians

<p> </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj90nGWDdmskAGgtXGYzN5d0eKMUlBI79B0QqW1Y23JxWvy6BD_ZtZ3PEbGvuWQ5pIC_XcVvZH_onCr8_sIjS550m8Vr5Ph5aKWfvM2K4s7R9uICAfL8PHs4zdi8tb6Bz0qils29QB1o49gA6_T97WYyfjCZwTNrX7JFvKIQZcBpZGG2hdOgqtRxbT6ig/s450/Marwa%20Kadouri.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="266" data-original-width="450" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj90nGWDdmskAGgtXGYzN5d0eKMUlBI79B0QqW1Y23JxWvy6BD_ZtZ3PEbGvuWQ5pIC_XcVvZH_onCr8_sIjS550m8Vr5Ph5aKWfvM2K4s7R9uICAfL8PHs4zdi8tb6Bz0qils29QB1o49gA6_T97WYyfjCZwTNrX7JFvKIQZcBpZGG2hdOgqtRxbT6ig/s16000/Marwa%20Kadouri.jpg" /></a></div><p></p><blockquote style="border: none; margin: 0px 0px 0px 40px; padding: 0px; text-align: left;"><blockquote style="border: none; margin: 0px 0px 0px 40px; padding: 0px; text-align: left;"><div class="node-tpl-ville-accroche" style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; font-family: Arial; font-style: italic; padding-bottom: 16px; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: medium;">Rabat - The 1st African Forum of the Children’s Parliament is a platform to make the voice of the continent’s children heard, promote their rights and discuss the challenges they face, stressed African child parliamentarians on Saturday in Rabat. </span></div></blockquote><blockquote style="border: none; margin: 0px 0px 0px 40px; padding: 0px; text-align: left;"><br /></blockquote><blockquote style="border: none; margin: 0px 0px 0px 40px; padding: 0px; text-align: left;"><div class="node-wrapper-img-corps" style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; font-family: Arial; line-height: 1.2; overflow: hidden; text-align: left;"><div class="node-tpl-corps" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><p style="box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px 0px 10.5px;"><span style="font-size: medium;">In statements to the press on the sidelines of the Forum’s official closing ceremony, chaired over by HRH Princess Lalla Meryem, President of the National Observatory for the Rights of the Child (ONDE), these children highlighted the importance of this Forum, organized by the Observatory under the High Patronage of HM King Mohammed VI and the effective presidency of Her Royal Highness</span></p></div></div></blockquote><blockquote style="border: none; margin: 0px 0px 0px 40px; padding: 0px; text-align: left;"><div class="node-wrapper-img-corps" style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; font-family: Arial; line-height: 1.2; overflow: hidden; text-align: left;"><div class="node-tpl-corps" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><p style="box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px 0px 10.5px;"><span style="font-size: medium;">They furthermore wished to express their deep thanks and profound gratitude to HRH Princess Lalla Meryem for the constant efforts that Her Royal Highness continues to deploy in support of children’s issues, in accordance with the far-sighted Vision of His Majesty the King</span></p></div></div></blockquote><blockquote style="border: none; margin: 0px 0px 0px 40px; padding: 0px; text-align: left;"><div class="node-wrapper-img-corps" style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; font-family: Arial; line-height: 1.2; overflow: hidden; text-align: left;"><div class="node-tpl-corps" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><p style="box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px 0px 10.5px;"><span style="font-size: medium;">The child parliamentarians also welcomed the opportunity that was given to them to express their expectations and debate the current challenges of the continent’s children, highlighting the relevance of the themes addressed during the workshops organized on this occasion</span></p></div></div></blockquote><blockquote style="border: none; margin: 0px 0px 0px 40px; padding: 0px; text-align: left;"><div class="node-wrapper-img-corps" style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; font-family: Arial; line-height: 1.2; overflow: hidden; text-align: left;"><div class="node-tpl-corps" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><p style="box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px 0px 10.5px;"><span style="font-size: medium;">In this context, the child parliamentarian representing the Marrakech-Safi region, Marwa Kadouri, stated that participation in the Forum offers the opportunity to discuss issues relating to childhood in African countries in order to formulate recommendations and propose solutions to the problems facing the African child</span></p></div></div></blockquote><blockquote style="border: none; margin: 0px 0px 0px 40px; padding: 0px; text-align: left;"><div class="node-wrapper-img-corps" style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; font-family: Arial; line-height: 1.2; overflow: hidden; text-align: left;"><div class="node-tpl-corps" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><p style="box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px 0px 10.5px;"><span style="font-size: medium;">For her part, Togue Yallah Anita, President of the Children’s Parliament of Chad, stressed that the first African Forum of the Children’s Parliament constitutes an important initiative that allows the voice of African children to be heard, an essential step to give them the place they deserve in the decisions that concern them</span></p></div></div></blockquote><blockquote style="border: none; margin: 0px 0px 0px 40px; padding: 0px; text-align: left;"><div class="node-wrapper-img-corps" style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; font-family: Arial; line-height: 1.2; overflow: hidden; text-align: left;"><div class="node-tpl-corps" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><p style="box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px 0px 10.5px;"><span style="font-size: medium;">Yallah Anita stated that she learned, during the exchanges, of many relevant proposals to improve the situation of children, noting that listening to young people is essential, as “they represent the future of Africa”</span></p></div></div></blockquote><blockquote style="border: none; margin: 0px 0px 0px 40px; padding: 0px; text-align: left;"><div class="node-wrapper-img-corps" style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; font-family: Arial; line-height: 1.2; overflow: hidden; text-align: left;"><div class="node-tpl-corps" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><p style="box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px 0px 10.5px;"><span style="font-size: medium;">For her part, the child parliamentarian representing the Rabat-Salé-Kénitra region, Abir Bouktaya, indicated that the holding of this Forum is the fruit of the efforts and actions carried out by ONDE as well as exchanges of experience with African countries to improve the situation of the child</span></p></div></div></blockquote><blockquote style="border: none; margin: 0px 0px 0px 40px; padding: 0px; text-align: left;"><div class="node-wrapper-img-corps" style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; font-family: Arial; line-height: 1.2; overflow: hidden; text-align: left;"><div class="node-tpl-corps" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><p style="box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px 0px 10.5px;"><span style="font-size: medium;">She also noted that among the main recommendations emerging from the "combating child labour" workshop is the strengthening of awareness-raising on the importance of children’s schooling and on the role of the child in the development process</span></p></div></div></blockquote><blockquote style="border: none; margin: 0px 0px 0px 40px; padding: 0px; text-align: left;"><div class="node-wrapper-img-corps" style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; font-family: Arial; line-height: 1.2; overflow: hidden; text-align: left;"><div class="node-tpl-corps" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><p style="box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px 0px 10.5px;"><span style="font-size: medium;">Douae El Faghrawi, child parliamentarian from the Guelmim-Oued Noun region, said she was proud to participate in this Forum, which offered an opportunity for children to express their opinions and debate various issues related to childhood, such as child marriage and homeless children, in order to propose concrete solutions</span></p></div></div></blockquote><blockquote style="border: none; margin: 0px 0px 0px 40px; padding: 0px; text-align: left;"><div class="node-wrapper-img-corps" style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; font-family: Arial; line-height: 1.2; overflow: hidden; text-align: left;"><div class="node-tpl-corps" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><p style="box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px 0px 10.5px;"><span style="font-size: medium;">Fatouma Ahmed Hassan, child parliamentarian from Djibouti, expressed her great honour in taking part in the African Forum of the Children’s Parliament, expressing her deep gratitude to HRH Princess Lalla Meryem for the organization of this large-scale event</span></p></div></div></blockquote><blockquote style="border: none; margin: 0px 0px 0px 40px; padding: 0px; text-align: left;"><div class="node-wrapper-img-corps" style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; font-family: Arial; line-height: 1.2; overflow: hidden; text-align: left;"><div class="node-tpl-corps" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><p style="box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px 0px 10.5px;"><span style="font-size: medium;">She also emphasized the relevance of the recommendations formulated during the Forum’s workshops, which focused in particular on ways to improve the living conditions of African children</span></p></div></div></blockquote><blockquote style="border: none; margin: 0px 0px 0px 40px; padding: 0px; text-align: left;"><div class="node-wrapper-img-corps" style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; font-family: Arial; line-height: 1.2; overflow: hidden; text-align: left;"><div class="node-tpl-corps" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><p style="box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px 0px 10.5px;"><span style="font-size: medium;">This Forum reflects "unity is strength," and makes it possible to strengthen the capacities of each of the represented countries and to nurture the hope of a better future, she said</span></p></div></div></blockquote></blockquote>

First African Forum of Children’s Parliament, Platform to Make Voice of Continent’s Children Heard - Child Parliamentarians

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Achraf Hakimi Favorite for the 2025 African Ballon d’Or: Hervé Penot’s Analysis Ahead of the CAF Awards in Rabat

<p> </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg3VFvYif8ldfLWsGFSp3hsCPi5rXQF3O1S4U3rZrxwKBTck_t90ZG4Fwf6NcxVyQeYNYRpW7sqyxRB3IVNcQEHGDxX8rMYaRfyXVtf0QHJtIhaQ1vheyIUj0wgJRbZ8MIkLqARvuoocWN-6lUoTm9xr1OAK3UEWBAyi1Xxh1akGbQFfmG1vJYrfuS9og/s5669/Design%20sans%20titre%20(2).png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2457" data-original-width="5669" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg3VFvYif8ldfLWsGFSp3hsCPi5rXQF3O1S4U3rZrxwKBTck_t90ZG4Fwf6NcxVyQeYNYRpW7sqyxRB3IVNcQEHGDxX8rMYaRfyXVtf0QHJtIhaQ1vheyIUj0wgJRbZ8MIkLqARvuoocWN-6lUoTm9xr1OAK3UEWBAyi1Xxh1akGbQFfmG1vJYrfuS9og/s16000/Design%20sans%20titre%20(2).png" /></a></div><br /><blockquote style="border: none; margin: 0px 0px 0px 40px; padding: 0px; text-align: left;"><h2 class="resume-article" style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #212529; font-family: "Averta Bold"; font-size: 18px; font-weight: 500; letter-spacing: 0.48px; line-height: 1.2; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-top: 0px; text-align: justify;"><p data-end="1046" data-start="409">African football is experiencing a major moment in November 2025 with the CAF Awards ceremony held in Rabat, a prestigious event celebrating the continent’s top players and coaches. Achraf Hakimi, the talented Paris Saint-Germain defender, is presented as the main favorite to win the coveted African Ballon d’Or this year, following an outstanding season. However, the competition from Mohamed Salah and the complex voting system set by the Confederation of African Football (CAF) promise an intense suspense. Hervé Penot, a journalist at L’Équipe and an African football specialist, provides his exclusive analysis of this competition.</p></h2></blockquote><h2 class="resume-article" style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #212529; font-family: "Averta Bold"; font-size: 18px; font-weight: 500; letter-spacing: 0.48px; line-height: 1.2; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-top: 0px; text-align: justify;"><br /></h2><h2 data-end="1112" data-start="1053" style="text-align: left;">The 2025 CAF Awards in Rabat: A Highly Anticipated Event</h2><h3 data-end="1147" data-start="1114" style="text-align: left;">A Major Continental Gathering</h3><h2 class="resume-article" style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #212529; font-family: "Averta Bold"; font-size: 18px; font-weight: 500; letter-spacing: 0.48px; line-height: 1.2; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-top: 0px; text-align: justify;"><p data-end="1497" data-start="1149">On Wednesday, November 19, 2025, Rabat will host the CAF Awards ceremony honoring the best African football talents. This gala rewards players, coaches, and teams who have made remarkable performances throughout the year. Among all the awards, the African Ballon d’Or remains the most prestigious, symbolizing individual supremacy on the continent.</p><br /></h2><h2 data-end="1543" data-start="1504" style="text-align: left;">Achraf Hakimi, a Legitimate Favorite</h2><h3 data-end="1577" data-start="1545" style="text-align: left;">An Exceptional Season at PSG</h3><h2 class="resume-article" style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #212529; font-family: "Averta Bold"; font-size: 18px; font-weight: 500; letter-spacing: 0.48px; line-height: 1.2; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-top: 0px; text-align: justify;"><p data-end="2051" data-start="1579">For the third consecutive year, Achraf Hakimi is among the contenders for the African Ballon d’Or. After finishing second in 2024 behind Nigerian Lookman, Hakimi returns stronger than ever. European champion with PSG, he has shone with 5 goals and 5 assists in the Champions League, as well as reaching the Club World Cup final. Overall, he has contributed 30 decisive actions (15 goals and 15 assists) across all competitions with his club and the Moroccan national team.</p><br /></h2><h2 data-end="2110" data-start="2058" style="text-align: left;">The Hakimi vs. Salah Duel: Hervé Penot’s Analysis</h2><h3 data-end="2144" data-start="2112" style="text-align: left;">Arguments in Favor of Hakimi</h3><h2 class="resume-article" style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #212529; font-family: "Averta Bold"; font-size: 18px; font-weight: 500; letter-spacing: 0.48px; line-height: 1.2; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-top: 0px; text-align: justify;"><p data-end="2347" data-start="2146">Hervé Penot does not hide his preference for Hakimi: “For me, Hakimi is the number one favorite.” He highlights Hakimi’s decisive impact on all fronts and his key role in PSG’s and Morocco’s successes.</p></h2><h3 data-end="2408" data-start="2349" style="text-align: left;">The Salah Threat and the Influence of the Voting System</h3><h2 class="resume-article" style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #212529; font-family: "Averta Bold"; font-size: 18px; font-weight: 500; letter-spacing: 0.48px; line-height: 1.2; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-top: 0px; text-align: justify;"><p data-end="2819" data-start="2410">However, the expert warns against the CAF’s voting system, which involves African national team coaches, captains, and former players: “There will be a match within the match between Hakimi and Mohamed Salah.” According to Penot, the popularity and importance of the Premier League in English-speaking countries give Mohamed Salah, who was champion with Liverpool, an advantage that could influence the votes.</p></h2><h3 data-end="2851" data-start="2821" style="text-align: left;">The Case of Victor Osimhen</h3><h2 class="resume-article" style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #212529; font-family: "Averta Bold"; font-size: 18px; font-weight: 500; letter-spacing: 0.48px; line-height: 1.2; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-top: 0px; text-align: justify;"><p data-end="3017" data-start="2853">Although Victor Osimhen scored 37 goals in 41 matches, Penot believes his chances are slim this year, unable to compete with the overall impact of Hakimi and Salah.</p></h2><h2 data-end="3078" data-start="3024" style="text-align: left;">Moroccan Presence in the Coach of the Year Category</h2><h3 data-end="3118" data-start="3080" style="text-align: left;">Moroccan Candidates in the Running</h3><h2 class="resume-article" style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #212529; font-family: "Averta Bold"; font-size: 18px; font-weight: 500; letter-spacing: 0.48px; line-height: 1.2; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-top: 0px; text-align: justify;"><p data-end="3406" data-start="3120">Moroccan football is also shining in the race for African Coach of the Year with Walid Regragui and Mohamed Ouahbi, alongside Bubista, the Cape Verdean coach. According to Hervé Penot, “Mohamed Ouahbi is best positioned to win this award,” although the competition promises to be tough.</p></h2><h2 data-end="3465" data-start="3413" style="text-align: left;">Conclusion: Intense Suspense for a Historic Title</h2><h2 class="resume-article" style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #212529; font-family: "Averta Bold"; font-size: 18px; font-weight: 500; letter-spacing: 0.48px; line-height: 1.2; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-top: 0px; text-align: justify;"><p data-end="1046" data-start="409"> </p><p data-end="3861" data-start="3467">With such a solid season, Achraf Hakimi seems to be the top favorite to claim the 2025 African Ballon d’Or, but the duel with Mohamed Salah promises to be fierce. The CAF voting system adds a layer of suspense that will keep African football fans on edge until the trophy ceremony in Rabat. This event is also a celebration of the Moroccan football’s growing influence on the continental stage.</p></h2>

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FIFA’s Infantino Pays Visit to Grand Stade de Tanger

<p> </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjTaRebmcxOhfZw9QFHt4PG97djCT1uqxpL-AjXSAqLx_UGArlWZUABgB_L_o6NTSh8Vg1oXSAD2j4J40BOcl8fzn-PSBsHIdiPK_aMCA90lv9oseLggxo8FIqkUyStC6c17hva2FSSXoZrkZ_8Qwuk7DTe-yudrlqNvUaf-nfWFDzb7awwn3-A_2qwog/s2560/DSC_5807-copie-scaled.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1670" data-original-width="2560" height="209" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjTaRebmcxOhfZw9QFHt4PG97djCT1uqxpL-AjXSAqLx_UGArlWZUABgB_L_o6NTSh8Vg1oXSAD2j4J40BOcl8fzn-PSBsHIdiPK_aMCA90lv9oseLggxo8FIqkUyStC6c17hva2FSSXoZrkZ_8Qwuk7DTe-yudrlqNvUaf-nfWFDzb7awwn3-A_2qwog/s320/DSC_5807-copie-scaled.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><br /><p></p><blockquote style="border: none; margin: 0px 0px 0px 40px; padding: 0px; text-align: left;"><blockquote style="border: none; margin: 0px 0px 0px 40px; padding: 0px; text-align: left;"><p style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #484848; font-family: "Exo 2.0", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-size: 14px; font-stretch: inherit; font-variant-alternates: inherit; font-variant-east-asian: inherit; font-variant-emoji: inherit; font-variant-numeric: inherit; font-variant-position: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px 0px 21px; padding: 0px; text-align: justify; vertical-align: baseline;">FIFA President Gianni Infantino visited the Grand Stade de Tanger to follow the ongoing renovation works that are nearing completion « in record time, » the Royal Moroccan Football Federation (FRMF) announced on Saturday.</p></blockquote><blockquote style="border: none; margin: 0px 0px 0px 40px; padding: 0px; text-align: left;"><p style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #484848; font-family: "Exo 2.0", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-size: 14px; font-stretch: inherit; font-variant-alternates: inherit; font-variant-east-asian: inherit; font-variant-emoji: inherit; font-variant-numeric: inherit; font-variant-position: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px 0px 21px; padding: 0px; text-align: justify; vertical-align: baseline;">Infantino toured the stadium alongisde FRMF President Fouzi Lekjaa and the Wali of the Tanger-Tetouan-Al Hoceima region, Younes Tazi. According to the FRMF’s official website, project managers delivered a detailed briefing on the renovation works, which were carried out by Moroccan workers, national experts, and local companies.</p></blockquote><blockquote style="border: none; margin: 0px 0px 0px 40px; padding: 0px; text-align: left;"><p style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #484848; font-family: "Exo 2.0", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-size: 14px; font-stretch: inherit; font-variant-alternates: inherit; font-variant-east-asian: inherit; font-variant-emoji: inherit; font-variant-numeric: inherit; font-variant-position: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px 0px 21px; padding: 0px; text-align: justify; vertical-align: baseline;">Infantino expressed great admiration for the work accomplished and commended Morocco, under the leadership of His Majesty King Mohammed VI, for its world-class infrastructure, which further strengthens the Kingdom’s standing on the international football stage, especially as it prepares to host major tournaments such as the 2025 AFCON and the 2030 FIFA World Cup alongside Portugal and Spain.</p></blockquote><blockquote style="border: none; margin: 0px 0px 0px 40px; padding: 0px; text-align: left;"><p style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #484848; font-family: "Exo 2.0", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-size: 14px; font-stretch: inherit; font-variant-alternates: inherit; font-variant-east-asian: inherit; font-variant-emoji: inherit; font-variant-numeric: inherit; font-variant-position: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px 0px 21px; padding: 0px; text-align: justify; vertical-align: baseline;">« This is a perfect example of what Morocco has become—not only a great footballing nation, but also a country looking firmly toward the future. A country of the 2030 FIFA World Cup, and, as you can see from this stadium, a country clearly determined to do incredible things for its people and for the world, » said Infantino in a statement published on the FRMF’s YouTube channel.</p></blockquote><blockquote style="border: none; margin: 0px 0px 0px 40px; padding: 0px; text-align: left;"><p style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #484848; font-family: "Exo 2.0", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-size: 14px; font-stretch: inherit; font-variant-alternates: inherit; font-variant-east-asian: inherit; font-variant-emoji: inherit; font-variant-numeric: inherit; font-variant-position: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px 0px 21px; padding: 0px; text-align: justify; vertical-align: baseline;">« It’s absolutely magnificent. I congratulate everyone who has done truly exceptional work under the impetus of His Majesty the King. It’s a real gem—this will become a symbol of Tangier, » added the FIFA President.</p></blockquote></blockquote>

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Moroccan Tea: The Iconic Tradition of Morocco: The Iconic Tradition of Morocco

<p> </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjYTH2g7_QPs4QbnO42XislNDVD9NONPvM5YBqWBoY_RxLd9xS-T9pW4GUxnHsmIbrEXCZRKO1R7H2utoQYIhUY5A8qdJtM5YAPUx3lS0wk-9LJLWGo0aL1lL_31VeDKZQYZ80HY0LSjEsLccvyLFB4Ggr23dd5UukiTWT8yUuIHwPdmWUeHRPH9nJ8Xg/s2000/Copie%20de%20%D9%85%D9%86%D8%B5%D8%A9%20%D9%85%D8%A8%D8%A7%D8%AF%D8%B1%D8%A7%D8%AA%20%20(8).png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1048" data-original-width="2000" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjYTH2g7_QPs4QbnO42XislNDVD9NONPvM5YBqWBoY_RxLd9xS-T9pW4GUxnHsmIbrEXCZRKO1R7H2utoQYIhUY5A8qdJtM5YAPUx3lS0wk-9LJLWGo0aL1lL_31VeDKZQYZ80HY0LSjEsLccvyLFB4Ggr23dd5UukiTWT8yUuIHwPdmWUeHRPH9nJ8Xg/s16000/Copie%20de%20%D9%85%D9%86%D8%B5%D8%A9%20%D9%85%D8%A8%D8%A7%D8%AF%D8%B1%D8%A7%D8%AA%20%20(8).png" /></a></div><p></p><blockquote style="border: none; margin: 0px 0px 0px 40px; padding: 0px; text-align: left;"><p></p><h2 data-end="225" data-start="199">What is Moroccan Tea?</h2><p></p><p></p><p data-end="574" data-start="226">Moroccan tea, also known as Moroccan mint tea, is a central part of Moroccan culture and hospitality. This green tea infused with fresh mint leaves and sweetened with sugar is enjoyed throughout the day, from casual gatherings to formal ceremonies. Its refreshing taste and soothing aroma make it a favorite beverage in Moroccan homes and beyond.</p><p></p><p></p><h2 data-end="604" data-start="576">History of Moroccan Tea</h2><p></p><p></p><p data-end="894" data-start="605">Moroccan tea was introduced in the 18th century through trade with China. Over time, Moroccans adapted the green tea by adding mint and sugar, creating the unique flavor profile we enjoy today. Serving tea has become a ritual, symbolizing friendship, hospitality, and respect for guests.</p><p></p><p></p><h2 data-end="941" data-start="896">Ingredients for Traditional Moroccan Tea</h2><p></p><p></p><p data-end="999" data-start="942">The key ingredients for authentic Moroccan tea include:</p><p></p>Green tea (usually Chinese gunpowder tea)<br />Fresh mint leaves<br />Sugar<br /> Optional ingredients may include verbena or other aromatic herbs for special occasions.<p></p><h2 data-end="1201" data-start="1169">How to Prepare Moroccan Tea</h2><p></p><p></p><p data-end="1242" data-start="1202">Preparing Moroccan tea is an art form:</p><p></p>Rinse the green tea leaves to remove bitterness.<br />Boil water and pour it over the tea leaves to steep.<br />Add fresh mint and sugar, then pour from a height to create foam.<br />Serve hot in small glasses, often accompanied by pastries or nuts.<p></p><h2 data-end="1535" data-start="1499">Health Benefits of Moroccan Tea</h2><p></p><p></p><p data-end="1605" data-start="1536">Moroccan tea is not only delicious but also offers health benefits:</p><p></p>Mint aids digestion and relieves stomach discomfort.<br />Green tea is rich in antioxidants that boost metabolism and immunity.<br />Sugar provides energy, especially during social gatherings or fasting periods.<p></p><h2 data-end="1846" data-start="1821">Moroccan Tea Culture</h2><p></p><p></p><p data-end="2094" data-start="1847">Serving tea in Morocco is a ceremonial gesture. It brings people together, strengthens relationships, and reflects Moroccan values of hospitality and generosity. Guests are often served multiple rounds of tea, each poured with care and elegance.</p><p></p></blockquote><p> </p><p data-end="2237" data-start="2096"><br /></p><p></p>

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<p> </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg2qMUiO75T2VhOanNs8lfXlgruDq_QzN36S9lWScZVO1w8ODJUNp30zmiO3Hdop8CqtUwngiodtVOQnzsXArPKwE35ZkwQ0Tmurt6M1sm6UZUk-YUmFw9MxUFIqq6ERrp4F6h-70txdS3iHjsOu7ZMAV9jFxYkggsRomkCpa1qPKXIULhvDv2DDmvBkg/s2000/Moroccan%20Tagine.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1048" data-original-width="2000" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg2qMUiO75T2VhOanNs8lfXlgruDq_QzN36S9lWScZVO1w8ODJUNp30zmiO3Hdop8CqtUwngiodtVOQnzsXArPKwE35ZkwQ0Tmurt6M1sm6UZUk-YUmFw9MxUFIqq6ERrp4F6h-70txdS3iHjsOu7ZMAV9jFxYkggsRomkCpa1qPKXIULhvDv2DDmvBkg/s16000/Moroccan%20Tagine.png" /></a></div><br /><br /><p></p><blockquote style="border: none; margin: 0px 0px 0px 40px; padding: 0px; text-align: left;"><h2 data-end="216" data-start="187">What is Moroccan Tagine?</h2><p data-end="549" data-start="217">Moroccan Tagine is a traditional North African dish named after the unique clay pot in which it is cooked. This slow-cooked meal combines meats, vegetables, and aromatic spices, creating rich flavors and tender textures. A true representation of Moroccan culinary heritage, tagine is loved worldwide for its versatility and taste.</p><h2 data-end="587" data-start="551">Popular Moroccan Tagine Recipes</h2><p data-end="640" data-start="588">There are countless variations of Moroccan tagine:</p><strong data-end="687" data-start="643">Chicken with Preserved Lemons and Olives</strong> – A tangy and savory favorite.<br /><strong data-end="755" data-start="723">Lamb with Prunes and Almonds</strong> – Sweet and hearty, perfect for festive occasions.<br /><strong data-end="831" data-start="811">Vegetable Tagine</strong> – A healthy option with seasonal vegetables and spices.<h2 data-end="932" data-start="891">Essential Moroccan Spices for Tagine</h2><p data-end="998" data-start="933">Spices make Moroccan tagine unique. Common ingredients include:</p>Cumin<br />Coriander<br />Saffron<br />Cinnamon<br />Ginger<br /> Fresh herbs like cilantro and parsley add freshness, balancing the rich flavors of the meat and vegetables.<h2 data-end="1202" data-start="1170">How to Cook Moroccan Tagine</h2><p data-end="1248" data-start="1203">Cooking tagine is an art. Key tips include:</p>Use a traditional clay tagine pot or a heavy-bottomed pan.<br />Slow-cook over low heat to blend flavors perfectly.<br />Add spices early and adjust seasoning gradually.<h2 data-end="1461" data-start="1422">Health Benefits of Moroccan Tagine</h2><p data-end="1699" data-start="1462">Tagine is not only delicious but also nutritious. It often includes vegetables, lean meats, and healthy fats from olive oil. Spices like ginger and cinnamon provide antioxidants and promote digestion, making this dish a wholesome meal.</p><h2 data-end="1729" data-start="1701">Serving Moroccan Tagine</h2><p data-end="1913" data-start="1730">Traditionally, tagine is served with couscous or fresh Moroccan bread. It is more than a meal—it is a cultural experience that symbolizes hospitality, warmth, and family gatherings.</p><p data-end="2063" data-start="1915"></p></blockquote><p> </p><p data-end="2256" data-start="2070"></p>

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Morocco’s RS Berkane to Face Abidjan’s ASEC Mimosas in CAF Cup Quarter Finals

<p> </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEja-q2VDW_iwPRLap47Orl5RxnvYdh00z5JtyufRkwN7HJhns30aV_UI0INX2DfYhotxrpd8Ud62lDmjq8o-Z2WcOdxAJPYsoRBCkRFmXYFI-oGgdk1PjWdAKe6gmaoIePxXurhMervuwjGqqVAK5CWd4oZ8gLlyNfl615eM5v8Bo5dv3BbSb-nQZlreA/s704/%D8%AC%D9%85%D9%87%D9%88%D8%B1_%D9%86%D9%87%D8%B6%D8%A9_%D8%A8%D8%B1%D9%83%D8%A7%D9%86.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="396" data-original-width="704" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEja-q2VDW_iwPRLap47Orl5RxnvYdh00z5JtyufRkwN7HJhns30aV_UI0INX2DfYhotxrpd8Ud62lDmjq8o-Z2WcOdxAJPYsoRBCkRFmXYFI-oGgdk1PjWdAKe6gmaoIePxXurhMervuwjGqqVAK5CWd4oZ8gLlyNfl615eM5v8Bo5dv3BbSb-nQZlreA/s16000/%D8%AC%D9%85%D9%87%D9%88%D8%B1_%D9%86%D9%87%D8%B6%D8%A9_%D8%A8%D8%B1%D9%83%D8%A7%D9%86.png" /></a></div><br /><p></p><blockquote style="border: none; margin: 0px 0px 0px 40px; padding: 0px; text-align: left;"><p style="text-align: left;"> <span face=""Exo 2.0", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif" style="color: #484848; font-size: 14px; text-align: justify;">Morocco’s Renaissance sportive of Berkane (RSB) will face the Ivorian team Abidjan’s ASEC Mimosas in the quarter-finals of the Confederation of African Football Cup (CAF), following the draw made in Doha on Thursday</span></p><p style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #484848; font-family: "Exo 2.0", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-size: 14px; font-stretch: inherit; font-variant-alternates: inherit; font-variant-east-asian: inherit; font-variant-emoji: inherit; font-variant-numeric: inherit; font-variant-position: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px 0px 21px; padding: 0px; text-align: left; vertical-align: baseline;">The first leg of the quarter-final will take place on April 2 at the Ivorians’ home, while the return leg will be played on April 9 in Morocco</p><p style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #484848; font-family: "Exo 2.0", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-size: 14px; font-stretch: inherit; font-variant-alternates: inherit; font-variant-east-asian: inherit; font-variant-emoji: inherit; font-variant-numeric: inherit; font-variant-position: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px 0px 21px; padding: 0px; text-align: left; vertical-align: baseline;">In the group phase, RSB dominated Group B, finishing first with 16 points without defeat</p></blockquote>

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Lower House Speaker Holds Talks with Heads of Delegations Participating in Forum of Chairpersons of Foreign Affairs Committees of African Parliaments

<p> </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEglmUPDdmyTyFu1M8DNweJHClUwUIfPCpFy42IKY5HAnMQQjd05IGe60HLiSW82N0QWLpTilPgLA_UZ2T6qB0nfNxs9W_I7uMt1x7SU_r427rCgyukHwGp5buevxDlknhZEGXPjErMrWkVFFdRoCEzapHDruwxb_NkWopfMdtQn5z0_FSG2MSzvPAOa3A/s801/Rachid%20Talbi%20Alami.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="450" data-original-width="801" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEglmUPDdmyTyFu1M8DNweJHClUwUIfPCpFy42IKY5HAnMQQjd05IGe60HLiSW82N0QWLpTilPgLA_UZ2T6qB0nfNxs9W_I7uMt1x7SU_r427rCgyukHwGp5buevxDlknhZEGXPjErMrWkVFFdRoCEzapHDruwxb_NkWopfMdtQn5z0_FSG2MSzvPAOa3A/s16000/Rachid%20Talbi%20Alami.jpg" /></a></div><br /><p></p><blockquote style="border: none; margin: 0px 0px 0px 40px; padding: 0px; text-align: left;"><blockquote style="border: none; margin: 0px 0px 0px 40px; padding: 0px; text-align: left;"><p>Speaker of Morocco’s House of Representatives, Rachid Talbi Alami, held a series of talks in Rabat on Thursday with the heads of delegations participating in the Forum of Chairpersons of Foreign Affairs Committees of African Parliaments.</p></blockquote><blockquote style="border: none; margin: 0px 0px 0px 40px; padding: 0px; text-align: left;"><p><br /></p></blockquote><blockquote style="border: none; margin: 0px 0px 0px 40px; padding: 0px; text-align: left;"><p>The talks provided an opportunity to stress the importance of exchanging experiences and expertise, and of coordination in the various regional and international parliamentary forums, according to a press release from the House of Representatives.</p></blockquote><blockquote style="border: none; margin: 0px 0px 0px 40px; padding: 0px; text-align: left;"><p><br /></p></blockquote><blockquote style="border: none; margin: 0px 0px 0px 40px; padding: 0px; text-align: left;"><p>During these talks, the delegations expressed their support to the House of Representatives’ initiative to strengthen parliamentary diplomacy, communication, cooperation and dialogue between parliamentarians within a framework of respect for the sovereignty and territorial integrity of countries, the press release added.</p></blockquote><blockquote style="border: none; margin: 0px 0px 0px 40px; padding: 0px; text-align: left;"><p><br /></p></blockquote><blockquote style="border: none; margin: 0px 0px 0px 40px; padding: 0px; text-align: left;"><p>Talbi Alami held talks with the President of the National Assembly of the Central African Republic, Simplice Mathieu Sarandj, in the presence of the Chairman of the Foreign Affairs Committee, Emilie Béatrice Epaye, and the Chairman of the Defense Committee, Jean Sosthène Dengbe.</p></blockquote><blockquote style="border: none; margin: 0px 0px 0px 40px; padding: 0px; text-align: left;"><p><br /></p></blockquote><blockquote style="border: none; margin: 0px 0px 0px 40px; padding: 0px; text-align: left;"><p>The Lower House Speaker also met with the Chairwoman of the Parliamentary Committee on Foreign Policy of the Chamber of Deputies of the Republic of Equatorial Guinea, Isabel Eraul Ivina.</p></blockquote><blockquote style="border: none; margin: 0px 0px 0px 40px; padding: 0px; text-align: left;"><p><br /></p></blockquote><blockquote style="border: none; margin: 0px 0px 0px 40px; padding: 0px; text-align: left;"><p>He also received the Chairwoman of the Defense Committee of the National Assembly of Angola, Ruth Adriano Mendes, and the Chairman of the Foreign Relations Committee, Alcides Sakala Simenos.</p></blockquote></blockquote>

Lower House Speaker Holds Talks with Heads of Delegations Participating in Forum of Chairpersons of Foreign Affairs Committees of African Parliaments

  Speaker of Morocco’s House of Representatives, Rachid Talbi Alami, held a series of talks in Rabat on Thursday with the heads of delegatio...

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2025 AFCON Qualifiers (Matchdays 5,6): Zakaria Aboukhlal Replaces Ilias Akhomach

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margin: 0px 0px 21px; padding: 0px; text-align: justify; vertical-align: baseline;"><b>Rabat, 12/11/2024 (MAP) – Morocco’s National coach Walid Regragui summoned French club Toulouse’s striker Zakaria Aboukhlal to replace injured Ilias Akhomach, the Royal Moroccan Football Federation (FRMF) announced on Tuesday.</b></p><p style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-family: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-size: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px 0px 21px; padding: 0px; text-align: justify; vertical-align: baseline;"><b>Spanish club Villarreal confirmed on Sunday that their Moroccan striker, Ilias Akhomach, has ruptured the anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) in his right knee, sustained last Saturday during La Liga’s 13th matchday.</b></p><p style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-family: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-size: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px 0px 21px; padding: 0px; text-align: justify; vertical-align: baseline;"><b>The Moroccan international, who left the pitch on a stretcher during his team’s 3-0 win over Alavés, “suffers from a complete rupture of the anterior cruciate ligament and a sprain of the medial collateral ligament of his right knee”, the Spanish club said on social network X.</b></p><p style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-family: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-size: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px 0px 21px; padding: 0px; text-align: justify; vertical-align: baseline;"><b>Zakaria Aboukhlal (24) has scored four goals in eleven games for Toulouse this season.</b></p><p style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-family: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-size: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px 0px 21px; padding: 0px; text-align: justify; vertical-align: baseline;"><b>Walid Regragui has summoned 26 players for the Moroccan national team’s matches against Gabon in Franceville on November 15 and Lesotho at Oujda’s Stade d’Honneur on November 18.</b></p><p style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-family: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-size: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px 0px 21px; padding: 0px; text-align: justify; vertical-align: baseline;"><b>These two matches are part of the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) 5th and 6th round of qualifiers (Group B), to be held in Morocco from December 21, 2025 to January 18, 2026.</b></p><p style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-family: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-size: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px 0px 21px; padding: 0px; text-align: justify; vertical-align: baseline;"><b>Regragui will hold a press conference this Tuesday (6 p.m.) at the Mohammed VI soccer complex in Salé, followed by a training session open to the press for the first 15 minutes.</b></p></div></div><div class="article-footer" style="border-bottom-color: rgb(206, 206, 206); 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2025 AFCON Qualifiers (Matchdays 5,6): Zakaria Aboukhlal Replaces Ilias Akhomach

  Rabat, 12/11/2024 (MAP) – Morocco’s National coach Walid Regragui summoned French club Toulouse’s striker Zakaria Aboukhlal to replace inj...

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