Casablanca: Royal Air Maroc has emerged as the preferred airline for African sports journalists covering the TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) Morocco 2025. The airline’s status follows its role as the Confederation of African Football’s (CAF) Official Global Partner for the tournament scheduled from Dec. 21, 2025 to Jan. 18, 2026.
According to News Agency of Nigeria, industry observers say the Moroccan flag carrier’s extensive African network, flexible schedules, and seamless connections through Casablanca give it a competitive edge for time-bound tournament coverage. Several sports journalists across the continent have attested to the airline’s reliability, punctuality, and media-friendly services during major football events. “Royal Air Maroc understands the urgency that comes with tournament reporting,” said Mr. Akin Adeyemi, a Nigerian football writer and broadcast analyst. He emphasized the airline’s consistency in helping journalists meet tight deadlines, especially when chasing post-match interviews and filing stories across time zones.
From East Africa, Kenyan sports journalist Ms. Grace Wanjiru highlighted the airline’s connectivity as a significant factor in easing intra-African travel for journalists. She noted that the ability to fly from Nairobi and connect smoothly to arrive refreshed for matchday coverage was invaluable. Similarly, South African football correspondent Mr. Thabo Maseko emphasized the importance of punctuality and baggage handling as critical advantages, noting that timely arrivals and intact equipment significantly reduce stress during AFCON.
Ghanaian sports broadcaster Mr. Kwame Boateng pointed out the airline’s journalist-friendly services, such as baggage allowance and onboard comfort, which facilitate working mid-flight. Egyptian football analyst Ms. Salma El-Sayed described the airline as Africa-focused and media-aware, recognizing its understanding of the African football calendar and its strategic planning around it.
Observers note that Royal Air Maroc’s frequent flights, strategic routes, and modern fleet help reduce travel fatigue, allowing journalists to focus on analysis, interviews, and real-time reporting. The airline’s partnership with CAF covers AFCON 2025, the Women’s AFCON, CAF interclub competitions, U-17 and U-20 tournaments, and the CAF Women’s Champions League. CAF President, Dr. Patrice Motsepe, described Royal Air Maroc as a world-class airline capable of delivering comfort, efficiency, and reliability to teams, officials, and media. Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Royal Air Maroc, Mr. Hamid Addou, stated that the partnership reflects the airline’s mission to connect Africa and support its shared passions.