The global football star has chosen the Kingdom to spend the end-of-year holidays. Far from the European hustle and bustle, Kylian Mbappé enjoyed a Christmas with his family on the banks of the Bouregreg, between Moroccan gastronomy and of course football.
Morocco’s influence is no longer measured solely by the yardstick of its traditional diplomacy. Forbes Africa magazine highlights a generation of artists, scientists and athletes who, through their individual excellence, are redefining the perception of the Kingdom on a global scale.
Achraf Hakimi has removed his orthopedic boot and is accelerating his rehabilitation to play in the Africa Cup of Nations at home. While the Moroccan full-back says he is certain to be ready on December 21, Paris Saint-Germain is more cautious about his actual fitness level.
The Spanish actress Hiba Abouk saw a door slam shut abruptly in France last year, losing a role in a series. The reason was not artistic but political: her public stance in favor of the Palestinian cause led the production to exclude her.
The right-back of Paris Saint-Germain, Achraf Hakimi , has provided reassuring news about the progress of his left ankle injury. In an interview with Canal+, the Moroccan international has shown his determination to participate in the next Africa Cup of Nations, which will be held in Morocco from December 21 to January 18.
Achraf Hakimi has just experienced a week rich in emotions and contrasts. Fresh off being named African Player of the Year at a ceremony in Rabat, the Paris Saint-Germain fullback finds himself at the center of new speculation about his future, fueled by an ambiguous statement from his entourage about his formative club.
A sequence broadcast during the MasterChef Celebrity show in Spain has brought back to the forefront the speculation about the love life of the host Wanda Nara. Her ex-husband, former footballer Maxi López, questioned her live on a rumor linking her to the Moroccan international of Paris Saint-Germain, Achraf Hakimi.
Achraf Hakimi may not participate in the upcoming Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) to be held in Morocco from December 21, 2025 to January 18, 2026. The Moroccan international from Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) was injured against Bayern Munich in the Champions League, jeopardizing his chances of taking part in the continental tournament.
The verdict is in for Achraf Hakimi , and it confirms Morocco’s fears. The day after his injury during the Champions League match against Bayern Munich, the medical diagnosis specifies the nature of his ankle injury and the duration of his unavailability.
The Champions League match between Paris Saint-Germain and Bayern Munich was marked by a serious incident on Tuesday, November 4. Moroccan defender Achraf Hakimi was forced to leave the field just before half-time, victim of a dangerous tackle, raising serious concerns less than two months before the Africa Cup of Nations.
Following the vote on Friday of the United Nations Security Council resolution adopting the Moroccan autonomy plan as the sole basis for a final settlement of the conflict in the Sahara, Moroccan players have hailed this victory of Moroccan diplomacy, under the leadership of King Mohammed VI.
Once again, Achraf Hakimi has shown why he is one of the best full-backs in the world. With a decisive brace in Paris Saint-Germain’s 0-3 victory over Brest, the Moroccan defender has won over the French and international press.