His Majesty King Mohammed VI has reiterated Africa’s unity and Morocco’s status as a great African country, days after hosting the African Cup of Nations (AFCON 2025).
In a statement from the Royal Office, His Majesty King Mohammed VI noted that the tournament was successful despite the events that followed the final match between Morocco and Senegal.
“This edition of the continental competition will stand as a milestone, as, beyond its sporting outcomes, it made for a gauge for the Kingdom’s major leap on the path to development and progress, fruit of a long-term vision and a unique and efficient Moroccan model which puts the citizen at the heart of all ambition,” read part of the statement from the Royal Office.
Morocco’s success is African Success
His Majesty King Mohammed VI explained that despite the ugly scenes witnessed during the dying minutes of the match, “it remains nonetheless that, once passions have subsided, inter-African fraternity will naturally prevail, for this Moroccan success is also an African success.”
According to the King, Morocco remains proud to have offered, on its soil, a month of popular joy and sporting emotion, and to have contributed to the prominence of Africa and its football.
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In addition, His Majesty the King emphasized the warmth and love of the Moroccan people. He stated that, “hostile schemes will never reach their aims, and that Moroccan people know to balance matters and not to be drawn into resentment and discord.”
The king added, “Nothing will alter the closeness that was fostered over centuries between our African people, nor the fruitful cooperation built hand in hand with different countries of the Continent, bolstered by ever ambitious partnerships.”
At the same time, the King reassured Morocco’s solidarity with Africa and called for a united continent.
“The Kingdom of Morocco is and shall remain a great African country, faithful to the spirit of brotherhood, solidarity, and an always nurtured mutual respect towards its Continent.”
In accordance with the enlightened Vision of the Sovereign, he said, “Morocco will further its resolute and steadfast commitment in favor of a united and prosperous Africa, notably through mutual exchange of experiences, expertise, and knowledge.”
Pride of a nation
His Majesty the King Mohammed VI also expressed his gratitude to the people of Morocco for the success of the tournament.
“His Majesty the King particularly wishes to congratulate all citizens, across various cities of the Kingdom, for the efforts deployed, and to thank each and every one for their valuable contribution to this historic success, which has been acknowledged and acclaimed worldwide.”
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He also acknowledged the Atlas Lions’ fans, who have tirelessly supported their national team, currently ranked 8th in the world.
“Such a remarkable result, fruit of a high-level proactive sports and infrastructure policy, as well as the patriotic choice made by talented youth of Moroccan Expatriates to opt for the national team’s jersey and to defend its colors with pride and gusto,” the Royal Office said.
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