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.
When it comes to Morocco, Algerian media often prioritize speed over accuracy, favoring sensational headlines over verified facts. That pattern repeated itself this week, as several Algerian outlets rushed to publish a false story claiming the U.S. Congress had «slapped Morocco» by voting 98% against a proposed bill to classify the Polisario Front as a terrorist organization. But what’s the reality behind this claim?