Since the start of the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), currently being held in Morocco, Moroccan social media has been buzzing with remarks about the atmosphere in stadiums during the Atlas Lions’ matches. These reactions question the level of engagement and interaction in the stands. Some have gone as far as criticizing Moroccan fans’ involvement, comparing them to regular stadium-goers and ultras. Is this an accurate assessment, a false debate, or an unfair comparison?
As the 5th ISA Forum of Sociology approaches, scheduled for July 6 to 11 at Mohammed V University in Rabat, the International Sociological Association (ISA) is maintaining its original program. Just days before the event begins, the Moroccan Campaign for the Academic and Cultural Boycott of Israel (MACBI) is once again calling on the organization to reconsider the participation of the scheduled Israeli speakers.
After fifteen years of sociological work with street children, doctor and sociologist Chakib Guessous returns with a new essay. In his book Survive... Street Children and Youth, he speaks to a wider audience beyond scientists and activists, offering a well-documented reflection based on thirty years of research and hands-on experience.