Game On Reporter
The Zimbabwe Football Association (ZIFA) is seeking to foster a strong relationship with Morocco, who are emerging as a key player in African football development.
To this end, ZIFA President, Nqobile Magwizi, left for Morocco Wednesday morning, to hold bilateral talks with the President of the Royal Moroccan Football Federation, Fouzi Lekjaa.
Morocco have transformed into a football powerhouse and their rise has been anchored on a sound football development strategy.
They became the first African country to reach the World Cup semis in 2022.
Thanks to their world class facilities Morocco will host the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations finals in December.
The 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations finals will also be held in the North African country.
“This engagement underscores ZIFA’s commitment to fostering strong partnerships with leading football associations across the continent.
“Morocco has emerged as a key player in African football development, and this dialogue presents valuable opportunities for collaboration in areas such as technical development, infrastructure, and administration.
“Following his engagements in Morocco, Mr Magwizi will proceed to Cairo, Egypt, where he will attend the Confederation of African Football (CAF) Extraordinary General Meeting (EGM).
“His participation in this important gathering reflects ZIFA’s dedication to contributing to the growth and governance of African football,” wrote ZIFA.
Vice president, Loveness Mukura, will serve as the Acting president of the association.
