Moroccan Ghizlaine Chebbak, captain of the Atlas Lionesses, was crowned Player of the Year at the CAF Awards 2025 ceremony, held Wednesday night in Rabat. Alongside Chebbak, the final shortlist for this title also included Sanaa Mssoudy, the forward for AS FAR and the Moroccan national team, and Nigerian Rasheedat Ajibade, a player for PSG. This award was presented by CAF President Patrice Motsepe.
The book «Women and Art in the Maghreb», curated by Nadia Sabri, the president of AICA-Morocco and director of the Mohammed VI Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art, alongside Tunisian professor and aesthetics specialist Rachida Triki, was recently launched at the Bardo Museum in Tunis. Published by Le Fennec, this work gathers the voices of female visual artists, founders of exhibition spaces, and researchers offering diverse perspectives on art. These contributors participated in
Morocco is set to host the second round of the newly launched FIFA Women's Champions Cup on December 14 at the municipal stadium in Berrechid, as announced by the world football federation. In the first round, held on October 8, Chinese club Wuhan Chegu Jiangda (WFC), the reigning champions of the Asian Women's Champions League, secured a victory against Oceania champions Auckland United with a 1-0 scoreline. They will now face the winner of the CAF Women's Champions League, which is currently
Morocco is committed to establishing a national women’s rugby team across all age categories, a discipline experiencing rapid global growth, according to Morad El Arf, general manager of women’s teams at the Royal Moroccan Rugby Federation (FRMR). In a statement to MAP, he explained that the federation is currently forming women’s rugby squads in both the 15s and 7s formats for all categories: seniors, U20, and juniors. A first gathering of senior and junior players took
This weekend in Nairobi, the Africa Sports Ventures Group (ASVG) announced the winners of the 2025 edition of the «50 Most Influential African Women in Sport», an accolade celebrating women who are shaping the future of sports on the continent. Among these distinguished figures is Bouchra Hajij, President of the African Volleyball Confederation (CAVB). She was honored for her pivotal role in advancing women's sports and her significant contributions to the development of volleyball
The walk/run organized by Dar Zhor takes place a week after Pink October, the month dedicated to raising awareness about breast and cervical cancer. Is this a continuation of that mobilization? Yes, it is conceived as a natural extension of our Pink October mobilization, a month during which we intensify our communication about breast cancer screening and supportive care. After a month of awareness and grassroots initiatives, this walk/run offers an opportunity to turn that wave of solidarity
The Chadian women's national team emerged victorious at the FIFA Unites: Women’s Series 2025 international football tournament, narrowly defeating Tunisia 1-0 in the final on Saturday at the municipal stadium in Berrechid. Solange Larkingham scored the decisive goal in the 29th minute, sealing the win in a match characterized by intensity and commitment. This showdown highlighted the tactical prowess and cohesion of the Chadian squad, which successfully dictated the pace against a
With forty-eight selections and eleven awards, the film's success is undeniable. Celebrated globally, «Chikha» by Zahoua Raji and Ayoub Layoussifi exemplifies the universal appeal of cinema. In just twenty-five minutes, this short film communicates a profoundly human story, celebrating a vision of diversity that transcends social and cultural boundaries. This collaborative work showcases the shared creative vision between the actor, filmmaker, and photographer, who steps into the
The 22nd edition of the Maroc in Mode (MIM) trade fair is set to unfold from November 5 to 7, 2025, in Casablanca. Under the theme «Morocco, the Smart Hub for Global Textile», the event is organized by the Moroccan Association of Textile and Apparel Industries (AMITH). This year's event promises a rich program of expertise, spearheaded during the first two days by leading international organizations, according to a press release from the organizers. These conferences will tackle
On Tuesday in Rabat, the national under-17 women's team faced a tough defeat against North Korea, losing 6-1 in the round of 16 at the U17 Women's World Cup, which continues in Morocco until November 8. The Atlas Lionesses' sole goal came from Maissane Ferkous, who found the net in the 89th minute. Despite their efforts, they were outmatched by the reigning champions and three-time world titleholders in this category. The Moroccan team reached the round of 16 after finishing third in Group A.