Following Tunisia's lead, Mauritania has signed a framework protocol for parliamentary cooperation with Algeria. The agreement, sealed on January 20th during Mauritanian Parliament President Mohamed Ould Meguett's visit to Algiers. The agreement aims to «enhance parliamentary cooperation between the two countries, through exchanging visits, coordinating positions and providing training opportunities», in addition to «establishing a joint parliamentary commission which will
The President of the Mauritanian Parliament, retired general Mohamed Ould Meguett, met on Saturday, January 20, with his Algerian counterpart, Brahim Boughali. Western Sahara was at the heart of their talks. In a joint statement, Boughali reaffirmed Algeria's long-held stance. «Algeria does not have territorial aims in the occupied Sahara. This issue is still listed at the United Nations as a question of decolonization, and Algeria is keen to allow the Sahrawi people to exercise their
A fiery exchange marred the end of the Morocco vs. DR Congo AFCON clash on Saturday, leading to a scuffle and sparking debate. On Sunday evening, Atlas Lions captain Romain Saiss has taken to Instagram to offer a message of unity and perspective. The incident unfolded after the final whistle, with tensions boiling over as Morocco team manager Walid Regragui approached Congolese skipper Chancel Mbemba. Already on a yellow card for dissent, Mbemba's apparent gestures towards the video assistant
Morocco draws with DR Congo 1-1 in a physically challenging game, Saturday, in San Pedro, Cote d’Ivoire. Despite hard-fought draw, Atlas Lions still atop Group F with 4 points.
The Moroccan Embassy in Ivory Coast has established a temporary mobile consulate in San Pedro, the coastal city hosting the Atlas Lions' matches during the 2023 African Cup of Nations (CAN). This dedicated facility aims to assist Moroccan football fans who have traveled to San Pedro to cheer on their team, as reported by 2M. In a statement, Salah Zeroual El Idrissi, Morocco's deputy ambassador to Côte d'Ivoire, emphasized the mobile consulate's link to King Mohammed VI's concern for both
Manchester United announced on Saturday the appointment of Omar Berrada as their new CEO, marking a significant step in the club's ongoing restructuring efforts. In a press release, the club emphasized its commitment to prioritizing football and on-field performance. «The Club is determined to put football and performance on the pitch back at the heart of everything we do». Berrada brings a wealth of experience to the role, having previously served as Chief Football Operations
Moroccan couscous and pasta manufacturer Dari has signed a significant agreement with the Royal Moroccan Football Federation (FRMF), becoming the official partner and official supplier to both the Atlas Lions and Lionesses national teams. «This alliance is built on shared values between the Moroccan brand Dari and the FRMF», a press release explains. «These values include the promotion of Moroccan excellence, love of country, and a spirit of commitment and
After two decades nurturing young minds as a teacher, French-Moroccan artist Amal Houdaf traded textbooks for brushes and embraced a vibrant journey of artistic discovery. Abstract art, with its evocative dance of colors and shapes, particularly resonated with her, offering a gateway to spiritual expression and, most importantly, reconnection with her Moroccan roots.
The Cypriot government has vigorously denied issuing international arrest warrants for senior Moroccan security officials. Responding to recent reports, Theodoros Gotsis, spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, asserted Friday to the MAP agency that «the competent Cypriot authorities, namely the judicial services and the police, confirm these allegations are completely unfounded». He further clarified, «This is fake news. No criminal case and no arrest warrant have
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) Disciplinary Committee has suspended Algerian coach Adel Amrouche of the Tanzanian national team for eight matches, as revealed in a press release on Friday. The suspension stems from accusations Amrouche made against the Royal Moroccan Football Federation (FRMF). Following CAF's decision, the Tanzania Football Federation released a statement acknowledging Amrouche's suspension, received on January 18th, and announcing his immediate suspension.