• New AFCON Morocco 2025 logo celebrates heritage and unity
• AFCON to kick-off on 21 December
• Final Draw to be conducted on 27 January 2025

The official logo for the CAN Morocco-2025 was unveiled on Saturday evening by the supreme body of African football, CAF.

 It comes just two days before the draw for the premier pan-African tournament, scheduled to run from 21 December 2025 to 18 January 2026.

The video announcing the official logo of the 35th edition of the African Cup of Nations highlights Morocco’s heritage, in particular Zellige.

It is a real tribute to Morocco, where a love of football is second nature, in the genes of young people keen to perpetuate the tradition and continue to place the country at the forefront of hospitality for African countries.

The draw for the CAN Morocco-2025 will take place on Monday 27 January from 7pm at the Mohammed V National Theatre in Rabat, in the presence of senior officials and the continent’s top football stars.

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The draw for the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) Morocco 2025 promises to be an unforgettable sporting and musical event on a fitting stage at the magnificent Mohammed V National Theatre in Rabat on Monday, 27 January.

In addition to the excitement surrounding the 24 qualified teams learning their pool stage opponents for the 21 December 2025 – 18 January 2026 tournament, the draw will also feature several world-class acts to continue the great tradition of African football and music intertwined.

The star-studded event gets underway at 19h00 local time (18h00 GMT | 20h00 Cairo).

Three internationally renowned artists will be in the spotlight to set the evening on fire: Hatim Ammor, Gims and RedOne.

HATIM AMMOR: THE MOROCCAN STAR

Originally from Casablanca, Hatim Ammor is one of the most popular singers in Morocco. With a style that blends traditional Moroccan music with modern sounds, Ammor has won the hearts of millions of fans across the Arab world.

His career has been marked by hits such as “Hasdouna” and “Mchiti Fiha”, which have racked up millions of views on streaming platforms.

Ammor is expected to offer a vibrant performance that will celebrate the cultural richness of Morocco. His stage charisma and powerful voice will make the performance a highlight of the evening.

As an ambassador of Moroccan music, he will perfectly embody the spirit of the AFCON, which brings together diverse nations and cultures on the same pitch.

GIMS: AN INTERNATIONAL ICON

An artist of Congolese origin, Gims is an emblematic figure of French-speaking and international music. Based in France and Morocco, he has established himself as one of the most listened to artists of his generation, thanks to albums such as “Subliminal” and “Ceinture Noire”.

Gims has been able to transcend borders and musical genres. He also performed “Arhbo”, one of the official anthems of the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022™, reinforcing his status as a globally recognised artist.

His participation in the draw for the 2025 AFCON is particularly symbolic, as it highlights the importance of the African diaspora in promoting the culture and unity of the continent.

Gims is set to perform some of his most iconic tracks, offering a unique blend of urban rhythms and African influences.

His presence will bring an international dimension to the event, reaffirming the global influence of the AFCON.

REDONE: THE MAESTRO OF THE EVENING

The third artist is none other than RedOne, a world-renowned Moroccan producer and composer.

RedOne, whose real name is Nadir Khayat, has collaborated with the biggest stars on the planet, including Lady Gaga, Jennifer Lopez and Nicki Minaj.

His productions, which include hits like “Poker Face” and “On the Floor”, have earned him multiple accolades, including three Grammy Awards.

As the event’s musical director, RedOne will play a pivotal role in the design of the artistic performances. His ability to merge traditional and modern elements promises a unique musical experience.

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BY KUNLE SOLAJA.

A 72-day ‘Festival of Football’ is in the offing, as Morocco will host three major football tournaments this year and into January 2026.

As an appetiser, the expectation of what to expect when football players, fans and officials converge for the u-17, the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations and the continent’s premier football tournament, will be seen on Monday as the draw for the Africa Cup of Nations is conducted.

 This will be held at the Mohammed V National Theatre in Rabat as the 24 AFCON teams will learn the paths they must navigate to the trophy.

After Monday’s draw, there will be a 21-day Africa U-17 tournament from March through April and another 21 days for the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations in July, followed in December by the Africa Cup of Nations.

In all these, “Morocco is ready as the ultimate football destination in Africa”, Omar Khyari, the advisor to Fouzi Lekjaa, the President of the Royal Moroccan Football Federation (FRMF) remarked in a message to Sports Village Square.

Starting with the draw ceremony of the 35th AFCON on Monday, Khyari stated that an array of famous Moroccan international artists will add colour to the ceremony.

“It is thrilling and entertaining”, said Khyari.  Monday’s draw will not just be about football. “There will be entertainment.

“I can tell you from now that we’ll have, a very famous artist, a Moroccan international famous artist, RedOne.”

He is a three-time Grammy Award winner and holds dual citizenship in Morocco and Sweden. RedOne is his stage name as he was born Nadir Khayat.

He is a record producer, record executive, singer as well as songwriter who has worked in production for high-profile recording artists including Lady Gaga and Jenifer Lopez

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