WAFCON 2024 : Atlas Lionesses gear up for crucial clash against DR Congo

After a hard-fought 2–2 draw against Zambia in their opening match, the Atlas Lionesses are set to face DR Congo on Wednesday in Rabat for their second Group A fixture in the 2024 Africa Women’s Cup of Nations (WAFCON 2024). Morocco will be aiming to secure all three points and take the lead in the group standings. They’ll face a DR Congo side reeling from a heavy 4–0 defeat to Senegal, and will need to capitalize on that momentum while remaining focused. Buoyed by a

Jazzablanca 2025 : Emel, a voice of art, activism, and humanity

Can one embrace transformation with intention and depth, while remaining true to oneself? For Emel Mathlouthi, the answer has always been yes, a truth she’s carried since the days of her albums Helma, Kelmti Horra, and Ensenity. Through reflections on freedom, the condition of women, and both personal and collective struggles, the Tunisian artist has carved out a unique artistic path, one that defies convention. That journey now continues with MRA, her fourth album released in 2024, which

Aïta mon amour at Jazzablanca 2025 : «Moroccans are great partygoers!» [Interview]

A jazz festival open to a wide range of musical styles, Jazzablanca made a fitting choice by including «Aïta mon amour» in the lineup of its 18th edition, held from July 3 to 12, 2025. The duo behind the project, versatile artists Widad Mjama and Khalil EPI, refuse to recognize boundaries in music. By paying tribute to the ancestral heritage of aïta, they have crafted impressive contemporary compositions rooted in this unique Moroccan art form, now featured on their album

CAF President Motsepe praises Morocco's role in hosting landmark Women's CAN 2024

The president of the Confederation of African Football (CAF), Patrice Motsepe, emphasized on Saturday in Salé that the 2024 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (CAN 2024), currently taking place in Morocco, will be the most memorable edition of the tournament to date. «This edition will undoubtedly be the most successful and memorable of all. I express my deep gratitude to His Majesty King Mohammed VI, may God assist him, as well as to the Moroccan people for their unwavering

Atlas Lionesses poised for strong performance in WAFCON in Morocco

The head coach of Morocco’s national women’s football team, Jorge Vilda, praised the potential of the Atlas Lionesses on Friday in Rabat, expressing confidence in their ability to perform strongly at the 2024 Africa Women’s Cup of Nations (CAN), set to take place in Morocco from July 5 to 26, despite what he called «high stakes». Speaking at a pre-match press conference ahead of Saturday’s opening match against Zambia at Rabat’s

Caf boosts prize money for Women's Africa Cup of Nations 2024 in Morocco

The Confederation of African Football (CAF) announced on Thursday a significant increase in prize money for the 2024 edition of the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (CAN 2024), set to take place in Morocco from July 5 to 26, 2025. CAF has doubled the prize for the tournament winner and raised the overall prize pool by 45%, according to a statement published on its official website. The total prize money now stands at USD 3,475,000, with the champions set to receive USD 1 million. The

Sexist stereotypes persist in Moroccan high schools, new study finds

This week in Rabat, the Democratic Association of Moroccan Women (ADFM) unveiled the findings of its «Compilation of Sexist Prejudices and Stereotypes in High Schools». The report highlights «deep-rooted mechanisms that hinder the development of both girls and boys, while reinforcing inequalities within Morocco’s education system», according to the NGO, which is celebrating its 40th anniversary this year. The aim is to shed light on the «prejudices and

Moroccan women's football team ready for CAN 2024 kickoff with high spirits

The coach of the Moroccan women's national football team, Jorge Vilda Rodriguez, affirmed on Tuesday that the Moroccan players are fully prepared to compete in the Women's Africa Cup of Nations (CAN 2024), scheduled to take place from July 5 to 26, 2025, in the Kingdom, and are eager to kick off the tournament. «The team is in great spirits, and the players are eager to start the competition. We have prepared well for these matches, and the group is very cohesive. There’s a

Born Winners unveiled as official slogan for Women's CAN 2024 in Morocco

«Born Winners» has been announced as the official slogan for the 2024 Women's Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON), set to take place in Morocco from July 5 to 26, 2025. The Confederation of African Football (CAF) unveiled the slogan on Tuesday, highlighting its aim to «honor African women who are at the heart of football across the continent». «Bold and inspiring, 'Born Winners' is more than just a rallying cry—it’s a statement of identity», CAF said.

Chopard hosts gala dinner in Tangier to support the Lalla Asmaa Foundation

On Thursday evening, luxury house Chopard hosted a lavish gala dinner at the Palais Moulay Hafid in Tangier in support of the Lalla Asmaa Foundation, as part of Tangier Fashion Week. Held under the honorary presidency of Princess Lalla Asmaa, the gala aimed to support the Foundation’s work with hearing-impaired children and those with cochlear implants. This major charitable event brought together an array of international aristocracy, prominent Moroccan families, and leading figures