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December 22, 2025, 3:12 am
All of Africa Today - December 18, 2025
- [allAfrica]
Davido to Headline Afcon 2025 Kick-Off Concert in Rabat
- [Premium Times] Davido is set to perform alongside hip-hop superstar French Montana, Moroccan singer Douaa Lahyaoui, French-Moroccan hitmaker Lartiste, and emerging star Says'z.
Glory-Seeking Super Eagles Land in Morocco in Style From Egypt
- [This Day] Three-time champions, the Super Eagles of Nigeria, arrived in Morocco on Thursday evening to begin their quest for a fourth Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) title.
Anger Mounts in Moroccan City of Safi As Deadly Floods Expose Decades of Neglect
- [RFI] Residents of the Moroccan port city of Safi are accusing authorities of abandoning working-class neighbourhoods, ignoring known flood risks and failing to maintain basic infrastructure, after flash floods killed at least 37 people.
All of Africa Today - December 16, 2025
- [allAfrica]
BNP Paribas in Talks to Sell Its Stake in Moroccan Bank BMCI
- [Daba Finance] BNP Paribas entered exclusive preliminary talks with Moroccan conglomerate Holmarcom over the potential sale of its 67% stake in Banque Marocaine pour le Commerce et l'Industrie, the French bank said Friday.
Afcon 2025 Countdown - the Five Oldest Players Gunning for Glory in Morocco
- [Premium Times] From Mozambique to Uganda, Senegal to Gabon, AFCON 2025 will not only be a showcase of the future, but it will also be a test of whether experience still holds decisive power in African football
Afcon Begins At the Airport As Morocco Rolls Out the Red Carpet for Africa
- [CAF] Five days before the TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations kicks off in Morocco, the moment Africa begins to arrive is not at the stadium gates -- but at the airport.
All of Africa Today - December 15, 2025
- [allAfrica]
Afcon 2025 Countdown - Super Eagles Depart Cairo for Morocco
- [Premium Times] Officials of the national team confirmed that the Super Eagles will leave Cairo at midday, bringing an end to their short pre-tournament camp in Egypt for the 2025 AFCON.
Morocco Flash Floods Leave 37 Dead
- [DW] Sudden and heavy rainfall in Safi, Morocco, led to deadly flash-floods on Sunday. Forecasters are predicting more rain in the country.
Somalia Promotes Trade Integration At Africa Free Trade Forum in Morocco
- [Shabelle] Marrakech, Morocco -- Somalia's deputy minister of commerce and industry, Mahmoud Ahmed Abdullahi, took part in the second Africa Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) Business Forum held in Marrakech, Moroccan and Somali officials said.
Morocco Flash Floods Leave 21 Dead
- [DW] Sudden and heavy rainfall in Safi, Morocco, led to deadly flash-floods on Sunday. Forecasters are predicting more rain in the country.
Afcon 2025 Countdown - Five Countries That May Deny Morocco the Highly Coveted Trophy
- [Premium Times] The Africa Cup of Nations has historically not been a favourable hunting ground for host nations, with only 12 of the tournament's 34 editions won by the host country.
SGTM IPO Oversubscribed Ahead of Listing On Casablanca Stock Exchange
- [Daba Finance] SGTM's initial public offering closed on December 8 after drawing record demand from investors, marking one of the most significant transactions in the history of the Casablanca Stock Exchange.
Afrima President Calls for More Investment, Collaboration for Africa's Creative Economy in Morocco
- [This Day] President of the All Africa Music Awards (AFRIMA), Mike Dada, has called for stronger continental collaboration, investment and policy support to unlock the full economic potential of Africa's creative industries.
Egypt Vs Nigeria - Super Eagles Test Strength Before Showdown in Morocco
- [Premium Times] The Egypt vs Nigeria friendly is the final dress rehearsal for the Super Eagles ahead of the AFCON 2025 tournament
Cash Plus Debuts On Casablanca Bourse After Heavily Oversubscribed IPO
- [Daba Finance] Cash Plus began trading on the Casablanca Stock Exchange on Monday after completing an initial public offering worth 750 million dirhams that drew strong demand from investors.
Trust in Morocco's Courts Strengthens, but Access to Legal Aid Remains a Challenge
- [Afrobarometer] Most citizens express confidence that ordinary people can obtain justice in the courts.
Morocco Boss Regragui Includes Injured PSG Star Hakimi in Cup of Nations Squad
- [RFI] Morocco head coach Walid Regragui on Friday backed skipper Achraf Hakimi to make a full recovery from injury, after naming the defender in his 28-man squad for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, kicking off on 21 December.
All of Africa Today - December 11, 2025
- [allAfrica]
At Least 22 Dead as Two Buildings Collapse in Morocco
- [allAfrica] Two four-storey residential buildings collapsed in Fez, Morocco, killing 22 people and injuring 16.
Liberian Senator Findley Reaffirms Support for Morocco's Sovereignty On 50th Anniversary of the Green March
- [FrontPageAfrica] As Morocco marks the 50th anniversary of the historic Green March, Grand Bassa County Senator and former Liberian Foreign Minister Gbehzohngar Milton Findley has reaffirmed Liberia's unwavering support for Morocco's sovereignty over the Moroccan Sahara, emphasizing the enduring diplomatic ties between the two nations.
Royal Air Maroc to Launch Africa's First Direct Flight to U.S. West Coast in 2026
- [FrontPageAfrica] In a major leap for African aviation, Morocco's national airline, Royal Air Maroc (RAM), announced on Thursday that it will inaugurate a historic nonstop route between Casablanca and Los Angeles beginning June 7, 2026.
Afcon 2025 Countdown - Chukwueze, Lookman, Okoye, Ajayi Lead Charge As Stars Hit Championship Form for Action in Morocco
- [Premium Times] For a football nation still reeling from a disappointing 2026 World Cup qualifying collapse, the AFCON presents more than just redemption; it offers a path back to continental dominance.
Morocco Pledges U.S.$5 Million to Gavi, Debuts As a Donor to Global Immunisation Efforts
- [GAVI] Geneva -- Morocco makes a donation to Gavi, pledging US$ 5 million towards its next strategic period Contribution reflects His Majesty King Mohammed VI's royal vision for African resilience, co-development and solidarity Morocco's leadership is a powerful demonstration of how regional leadership and solidarity can drive progress in global health security
Why I Chose to Play for Spain Over Morocco - Yamal
- [Leadership] Barcelona winger Lamine Yamal has revealed why he opted to represent the Spanish national football team over Morocco. Yamal was born in Rocafonda, Spain, to a Moroccan father and an Equatorial Guinean mother. The 18-year-old was eligible to play for Spain, Morocco, and Equatorial Guinea.
SAPS Concludes the 93rd Interpol General Assembly in Morocco
- [SAnews.gov.za] The South African Police Service (SAPS) has concluded its participation in the 93rd Session of the Interpol General Assembly held in Marrakech, Morocco, recently.
Pres. Boakai Meets Liberian Students, Community Members in Morocco
- [New Republic] Tangier -- President Joseph Nyuma Boakai, Sr., met yesterday with Liberian students and members of the Liberian community in Morocco on the sidelines of the 17th MEDays Forum in Tangier.
CAF Cl - Al Ahly, Rabat Set for Derby Clash As Rivers Utd Seek Redemption Against Berkane
- [Leadership] A North African derby showdown between Al Ahly and AS FAR Rabat, as well as Mamelodi Sundowns' match against MC Alger, headline this weekend's CAF Champions League action.
