Morocco’s loss in the AFCON final triggered widespread frustration and post-match blues, emotions that have dominated social media in recent days. Why did the disappointment hit so hard, and how did social media amplify it?
A post published on X shortly after the AFCON final quickly went viral, accusing Morocco’s national airline of disrupting return flights for African fans, hinting at a possible «retaliation». The tweet referred to a «Wi-Fi outage in airports» and a heavy military and police presence. [Debunk]
Stress, fear, and heightened expectations around AFCON 2025 have fueled a surge in superstitious football predictions on social media, far removed from rational analysis. Behind this phenomenon lie stress, fear, and the normalization of irrational beliefs in the digital age.
In recent days, young Moroccans from Generation Z have taken to the streets in several cities, leading a new wave of protests that begin on social media and spill into the public sphere. This raises questions about the nature and defining traits of this generation.
After a weekend marked by Gen Z protests in several cities across Morocco, public figures have come forward in support of the young people's demands for better public education and healthcare services, as well as the fight against corruption. Many in the arts and football communities have voiced their opinions through their social media platforms.
Morocco has recently seen a wave of marches and sit-ins demanding better health and education, with actions spreading from rural provinces to major cities and amplified online. Social media expert Marouane Harmach explains how these movements, including youth-led calls using AI tools, are reshaping protest tactics.
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