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Morocco becomes first African team to qualify for 2026 FIFA World Cup
Lucy Mumbi  |  Sep 07, 2025

This will be the Atlas Lions’ third consecutive World Cup appearance and their seventh overall since first featuring on the global stage.

Morocco to set up courts in stadiums to tackle fan offences at 2030 World Cup
Bashir Mbuthia  |  Sep 04, 2025

According to Justice Minister Abdellatif Ouahbi, the changes would prevent Moroccan courts from being overwhelmed by cases during the global sporting...

Morocco lift their third CHAN trophy after beating Madagascar 3-2
Erick Kariuki  |  Aug 30, 2025

The Atlas Lions, who previously lifted the trophy in 2018 and 2020, once again showed their pedigree, but only after surviving a stern examination fro...

Kenya ready to host CHAN 2024 final at Kasarani, CS Mvurya assures
Erick Kariuki  |  Aug 29, 2025

The CS revealed that top dignitaries, including the FIFA President Gianni Infantino and CAF President Patrice Motsepe, are expected in Kenya.

Morocco coach Tarik Sektioui calls for focus and humility ahead of CHAN final
Erick Kariuki  |  Aug 29, 2025

The Atlas Lions are chasing a record third CHAN crown, but Sektioui insists his team will not underestimate their opponents despite Morocco’s pedigree...

Victor Wanyama and Mrisho Ngasa share rivalry banter ahead of CHAN 2024 final in Nairobi
Erick Kariuki  |  Aug 27, 2025

Both Morocco and Madagascar reached the knockout stages as group runners-up, each recording just one defeat, ironically to the host nations, with Moro...

Journey to the final: Morocco vs Madagascar in historic CHAN showdown
Erick Kariuki  |  Aug 27, 2025

The two teams both emerged second in their respective group stages and failed to beat their hosts in their group stage matches. Morocco lost 1-0 to Ke...

Ogam, Omija, coach McCarthy praise team spirit after Harambee Stars 1-0 win over Morocco
Erick Kariuki  |  Aug 10, 2025

Coach Benni McCarthy explained the significant squad rotation from the Angola game, saying it was driven by player fatigue.

McCarthy targets strong start as Harambee Stars eye knockout spot against Morocco
Erick Kariuki  |  Aug 09, 2025

Kenya heads into the fixture with four points from two matches, knowing that even a draw will secure them a place in the knockout stages of the 2024 A...

Tickets for Kenya's matches against Angola, Morocco sold out
Bashir Mbuthia  |  Aug 06, 2025

Tickets for Harambee Stars' final group-stage match against Zambia, set for August 17, go on sale today, Wednesday, via the CAF ticketing portal.

Nigeria’s Super Falcons stun Morocco with dramatic comeback to clinch 10th WAFCON title
Erick Kariuki  |  Jul 27, 2025

Nigeria’s Super Falcons produced a remarkable comeback to stun hosts Morocco 3-2 and claim a record-extending 10th WAFCON title in a thrilling final i...

Rwanda, Morocco ink ‘landmark’ military cooperation agreement
The New Times  |  Jun 19, 2025

The visit began with a wreath-laying ceremony at the Mausoleum of Mohammed V, paying tribute to the historical legacy and enduring leadership of the f...

Moroccan Ties: How Kenya quietly abandoned the Sahrawi cause
Mwangi Maina  |  Jun 02, 2025

This article traces the chronological and political moments behind Nairobi's dramatic turn on the Sahrawi cause—a founding member of the African Union...

Rising Stars face Morocco as Kenya returns to AFCON U20 after 46 years
Michael Kirwa  |  May 01, 2025

Kenya’s Rising Stars return to the continental stage tonight as they face Morocco in their opening match of the 2025 AFCON U20 tournament in Cairo, ma...

Ethiopia, Morocco defense cooperation eyes cybersecurity, AI, and defense industries
Addis Standard  |  Apr 27, 2025

The discussions focused on boosting bilateral military ties, with both sides expressing satisfaction over growing cooperation and agreeing on a draft...

Should Africa be worried about earthquakes?
DW News  |  Apr 20, 2025

In Africa, fault lines stretching across the continent pose serious risks, yet preparedness remains low.

Morocco face Mali in U-17 AFCON final
Rama Mohammed  |  Apr 19, 2025

Morocco take on Mali in Saturday’s U-17 AFCON final in Mohammedia, with the hosts eyeing a historic first title and Mali targeting their third. The ma...

UN urges aid to Myanmar quake survivors before monsoons hit, death toll climbs towards 3,000
Reuters  |  Apr 02, 2025

Myanmar's military ruler Min Aung Hlaing said the death toll from Friday's 7.7 magnitude quake reached 2,719 as of Tuesday morning and was expected to...

Discovery of a 4,000-year-old Bronze Age settlement in Morocco rewrites history
The Conversation  |  Mar 30, 2025

The new findings, along with other recent discoveries, demonstrate that north-west Africa has been connected to other regions of the Mediterranean, th...

Junior Starlets to play Morocco U17 in two friendlies before World Cup qualifier
Erick Kariuki  |  Mar 30, 2025

Junior Starlets advanced to this stage following an impressive performance in the second round, where they overcame Uganda in a hard-fought encounter.

Ancient DNA reveals Maghreb communities preserved their culture and genes, even in time of human migration
The Conversation  |  Mar 15, 2025

It is especially rewarding to see the genetic evidence aligning with the archaeological record.

Drought-hit Morocco asks citizens not to slaughter sheep on Eid al-Adha
Reuters  |  Feb 27, 2025

Morocco's cattle and sheep herds have decreased by 38% in 2025 since the last census nine years ago due to consecutive droughts, according to official...

Rivalry between Morocco and Algeria plays out in high-stakes AU elections
Mwangi Maina  |  Feb 13, 2025

The drama at the Peace and Security Council election may pale in comparison to what is expected during the upcoming AU Commission leadership vote.

At least 69 migrants killed in shipwreck off Morocco on deadly route to Spain
Reuters  |  Dec 27, 2024

A record 10,457 people - or nearly 30 people a day - died attempting to reach Spain this year from all routes, according to the report.

Raila lobbies Morocco support for AU top job amid Western Sahara tensions
Mwangi Maina  |  Dec 09, 2024

Morocco is a powerful contender in the upcoming AUC elections, given its strategic diplomatic position and influence within the AU since rejoining the...

AUC Chairmanship: Djibouti's Youssouf lobbies Morocco support amid high-stakes race
Mwangi Maina  |  Dec 04, 2024

In a statement following their meeting, Youssouf emphasised the strong ties between Djibouti and Morocco, describing their relationship as rooted in "...

Morocco floods death toll rises to 18, authorities say
Reuters  |  Sep 09, 2024

At least four others were missing after floods swamped many villages in the area on Saturday, authorities added.

Floods kill at least four people in Morocco
Reuters  |  Sep 08, 2024

At least 14 others were missing after floods swamped many villages in the area.

Morocco and Algeria set for diplomatic showdown ahead of AU elections
Mwangi Maina  |  Aug 07, 2024

Algeria has fronted two candidates, a woman and a man, while Egypt has done the same. Meanwhile, Morocco and Libya have each put forward one candidate...

Earth tremor felt in Nairobi and its environs
Mary Wambui  |  Jun 05, 2024

The meteorological department is yet to issue a response to a question on whether the phenomenon was an earth's tremor.

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