Algeria Football– The Confederation of African Football (CAF) recently announced the upcoming opening of a second headquarters in Rabat, Morocco, after that of Cairo, Egypt. A decision which does not fail to arouse controversy, because it highlights the growing influence of the president of the Royal Moroccan Football Federation (FRMF), Fouzi Lekjaa, within African bodies.
If officially, this project aims to strengthen the operational efficiency of CAF and support its development, some observers see it as a strategic maneuver to grant Morocco a privileged place on the African football scene. Fouzi Lekjaa, who holds key positions at CAF, appears to play a central role in this initiative, fueling fears of an excessive concentration of power around Morocco.
This decision could accentuate the feeling of injustice among other African nations, who could feel marginalized. The opening of an additional headquarters in Rabat gives the impression that Morocco enjoys disproportionate influence within CAF, calling into question the balance necessary for equitable governance of African football.
In addition, some critics point out that this approach risks weakening the unity of African football. The historic CAF headquarters in Cairo symbolized a neutral and historical anchor point. The addition of Rabat as a decision-making center could be seen as an attempt to impose a new dynamic, where Morocco would have a significant advantage over its African counterparts.
Thus, far from being unanimous, the establishment of this second headquarters in Rabat raises legitimate questions. If CAF truly intends to promote the development of African football, it is imperative to avoid any concentration of power for the benefit of a single country.
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