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 Morocco Student Gets One-Year Jail Term for Protest Role

A Moroccan student has been sentenced to one year in prison for his involvement in the recent youth-led protests, marking the first known jail term linked to the demonstrations. The student was convicted on charges of participating in an unauthorized gathering and insulting judicial police by providing false information. His lawyer has denounced the ruling as "unfair" and plans to appeal. The protests, organized by the anonymous "GenZ 212" collective, began in late September. They were initially sparked by the deaths of eight pregnant women at a hospital but have since expanded to demand broader social and political reforms. Human rights groups report that approximately 550 people are facing prosecution in connection with the protests, with many still in detention.

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 Morocco Sets World Record with 16th Straight Win

Morocco has set a new world record for consecutive international victories by a men's national team, securing its 16th straight win on Tuesday. The Atlas Lions defeated Congo 1-0 in a World Cup qualifier in Rabat, with a goal from Youssef En-Nesyri. The team had already qualified for the 2026 World Cup earlier this month. This victory breaks the previous record of 15 consecutive wins, which was jointly held by Spain and France. Morocco's historic winning streak began on June 7, 2024. The team celebrated the milestone on social media, declaring "Record breaking. Our National Team makes HISTORY."

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Cape Verde and Ghana Qualify for 2026 World Cup

Cape Verde and Ghana have both qualified for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, turning disappointment into celebration after missing out on the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations. Cape Verde, an island nation of around 550,000 people, achieved a historic milestone by becoming the smallest African country to qualify for the World Cup. Ghana, a four-time African champion, also secured its spot after a strong qualifying campaign. Their qualification brings joy to fans who had been frustrated by their earlier failures. The two nations now join Algeria, Egypt, Ivory Coast, Morocco, Senegal, South Africa, and Tunisia as the nine African teams automatically heading to the 2026 tournament in the United States, Canada, and Mexico. Four more teams — Cameroon, Gabon, DR Congo, and Nigeria — will compete in a mini-tournament in November for a chance to reach intercontinental play-offs in March. […]

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 Morocco Protests: “We Want Hospitals, Not Stadiums”

A youth-led protest movement is sweeping Morocco, challenging the government's plan to build the world's largest stadium for the 2030 FIFA World Cup. Demonstrators argue the massive investment should be directed toward fixing the country's struggling public services instead. Under slogans like "We want hospitals, not football stadiums," the "Gen Z 212" movement has organized protests in at least 10 cities. The protests were sparked by a tragic incident where eight women died in an ill-equipped maternity ward, highlighting systemic failures in the healthcare system. Protesters are demanding better hospitals, free quality education, affordable housing, and job creation. Police have made over 400 arrests, and three protester deaths have been reported following violent clashes. While many Moroccans are proud to host the World Cup, protesters feel the priorities are wrong. As one 25-year-old demonstrator stated, "We love football... but we […]

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FULL LIST: 17 Nations Qualify for 2026 FIFA World Cup

The road to the 2026 FIFA World Cup is heating up, with 17 nations now confirmed for football’s biggest stage. The tournament, featuring an expanded 48-team format, will be co-hosted by the United States, Mexico, and Canada—the first time in history the World Cup will be staged across three countries. The three hosts automatically secured their places, with the rest battling through intense regional qualifiers. Qualified Nations So Far Hosts (Automatic Qualification) USA – Host Nation Mexico – Host Nation Canada – Host Nation Asia (AFC) Japan – Qualified (March 20, 2025) Iran – Qualified (March 25, 2025) Jordan – Qualified South Korea – Qualified Uzbekistan – Qualified Australia – Qualified (June 5, 2025) Oceania (OFC) New Zealand – Qualified (March 24, 2025) South America (CONMEBOL) Argentina – Qualified (September 2025) Brazil – Qualified (June 10, 2025) Ecuador – Qualified […]

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Africa’s Youth and Startups Drive New Era of Growth

Africa’s business landscape is undergoing a transformation, led by young entrepreneurs who are redefining growth across agriculture, technology, and sustainability. From Dakar to Casablanca, the continent’s innovators are proving that Africa is not just adapting to global trends — it is setting them. Youth Lead Agricultural InnovationAt the Africa Food Systems Forum 2025 in Dakar, youth took center stage. The message was clear: Africa’s food future rests in the hands of its young farmers and innovators. With agriculture still employing the majority of Africans, youth are moving the sector beyond subsistence farming into a technology-driven engine of growth. Precision farming apps, access to digital finance, and climate-smart practices are reshaping the way smallholders produce food. “Smallholder farmers face barriers to finance, technology, and markets,” said Alvaro Lario, President of IFAD. “But when youth bring innovation into the picture, farming becomes […]

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Morocco Plans $1.5 Billion Expansion of Casablanca Airport Ahead of 2030 World Cup

Morocco is investing 15 billion dirhams (approximately $1.55 billion) to expand Casablanca's Mohammed V International Airport, aiming to triple its passenger capacity by the time Morocco co-hosts the 2030 FIFA World Cup alongside Spain and Portugal.The expansion will include the construction of a new terminal designed to position Casablanca as a key African aviation hub. This development will be complemented by a high-speed train network connecting Kenitra to Marrakech, which is a separate project already in progress.As part of a broader effort to enhance the nation's infrastructure in anticipation of the World Cup, Morocco plans to double its overall airport capacity to 78 million passengers by 2030. The expansion of Casablanca's airport will enable it to handle 35 million passengers annually by 2029, a substantial increase from the current capacity of 10.5 million.Morocco’s tourism industry has also seen a significant […]

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