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Morocco Tenders $39.5 Million for Grand Stade Hassan II Pitch and Seating
Both tenders were issued by the National Agency for Public Facilities (ANEP), which is running the project as delegated manager on behalf of SONARGES, the state sports facilities operator.
Omnicom's Fuse makes first senior MENA hire, appointing Freddy Farhat to lead sports partnerships
He takes on partnership strategy, commercial development and rights consultancy for brands and rights holders, working across the agency's client portfolio while supporting new business across the region.
Al Ahly Lands Vodafone as Stadium Naming Partner in 20-Year Deal
The naming-rights agreement, unveiled at a ceremony at the Giza Pyramids attended by the members of the club's board and president Mahmoud El Khatib. This will see the venue open as Vodafone Stadium in 2029 under a 20-year term.
Saudi Pro League Confirms Exit of Nigeria's Michael Emenalo as Chief Football Executive
Emenalo, the Nigerian-born former technical director at Chelsea and Monaco, was one of the highest-profile executive appointments in the SPL.
Haier signs four-year sponsorship with Al Ahly FC in first African play of global sports strategy
Under the agreement, the Haier logo will feature prominently on Al Ahly's official first-team jersey - a significant branding milestone for a club that carries unmatched weight on the continent.
Google Gemini Named Official Technology Sponsor of Morocco National Football Team
The partnership, disclosed by Google's MENA team, will use Gemini's multimodal capabilities to deepen engagement between the Atlas Lions and their global fanbase.
UAE and Morocco Join Forces to Elevate Arab Basketball
The partnership aimed at accelerating basketball development across both countries and deepening Arab sporting ties.
Morocco’s FA and the National Airports Authority (ONDA) Partner to Streamline National Team Travel
The partnership links national team travel operations with Morocco’s multi-billion dollar airport expansion, positioning the country for increased international football activity.
LALIGA and Royal Bafokeng Nation Open Elite Youth Academy in South Africa
The new youth football academy in South Africa, deepens the international investment into player development pathways on the continent.
IOC Awards MENA Olympic Broadcast Rights to beIN Media Group
The partnership reinforces beIN's position as the leading Olympic broadcaster in the region and reflects a long-term strategic alignment with the IOC. Beyond rights acquisition, the partnership shows a shared commitment to expanding the reach, commercial impact, and cultural influence of the Olympic Movement across MENA.
Sportainment Platform LegaXy Expands Into MENA Through UAE Partnership
The move marks LegaXy's first international expansion, positioning it as the first Indian sportainment platform to establish operations in the region. The partnership will build an integrated sports management ecosystem across MENA, spanning: athlete representation, brand partnerships, experiential activations, original content development.
Alta Semper Acquires Major Stake in Nature’s Rule
Private Equity firm Alta Semper Capital LLP has signed an agreement to acquire a majority stake in Nature Rule - a leading sports nutrition and dietary supplement company in the UAE with manufacturing base in the Egypt.
LALIGA and crypto exchange Toobit become partners in MENA region
The award-winning global cryptocurrency exchange, today announced its partnership with LALIGA, Spain’s premier professional football league and home to some of the biggest clubs in world football such as Real Madrid C.F. and FC Barcelona.
