Morocco has been ranked 91st out of 182 countries in the 2025 International Corruption Perceptions Index, with a score of 39 out of 100, according to Transparency International's latest report. Despite a slight improvement from last year, the nation continues to grapple with significant challenges in combating public-sector corruption, exacerbated by restrictions on civil society and investigative efforts.
Once upon an AFCON. Africa wanted to present the world with its best image. But in the 98th minute of the final, it fell back into its comfort zone: populism, conspiracy theories, and rules trampled underfoot, all unfolding in a fiasco broadcast to the world. Morocco took one step forward. CAF took two steps back.
The corruption allegations surrounding Senegal’s victory over Morocco in the final of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations are taking an increasingly contentious turn, as Senegalese journalist Pape Alé Niang, Director General of Senegal’s public broadcaster RTS1, fuels the controversy by circulating a misleading video questioning FIFA’s neutrality. Despite the claims having been debunked, the rapid spread of this misinformation raises questions about possible political
Morocco ranks 79th globally in the 2025 Global Organized Crime Index, reflecting a moderate level of organized crime with significant challenges in human trafficking, drug trade, and corruption. Despite efforts to combat these issues, systemic corruption and resource constraints hinder progress, while the country remains a key transit point for drugs and a major producer of cannabis, exacerbating its complex crime landscape.