Chakib Benmoussa participates in a Arab Interior Ministers Council meeting . GETTY IMAGES

Morocco's Sports Minister Chakib Benmoussa chaired a working session in Rabat with the Moroccan National Olympic Committee (CNOM) in Rabat last Friday to review the preparations being undertaken for the country’s participation in the Paris 2024 Olympic Games. 

Benmoussa emphasised the efforts made by the ministry, in cooperation with the CNOM and other partners, to promote national sport and consolidate Morocco's presence on the international sporting scene. The ministry is firmly committed to providing Moroccan athletes support to ensure the best possible performance during this competition including financial, technical, administrative and medical.

The Minister praised CNOM's endeavours in elevating national sports and advocated for concerted actions to enhance Moroccan athletes’ performances, setting ambitious goals for their representation at the prestigious event.



Currently, Morocco has qualified in 13 sporting disciplines for the Paris Olympics, with a contingent of 47 athletes. However, avenues remain open for additional athletes to secure berths in the esteemed event.

In a statement to the press, Benmoussa reiterated the government’s keen interest in monitoring and facilitating Morocco's Olympic journey, expressing optimism for a stellar showcase by Moroccan athletes.

Benmoussa and CNOM President Faïçal Laraïchi will convene at a later date to discuss the construction of the new CNOM headquarters. This initiative, undertaken in preparation for the African Cup of Nations in 2025 and the World Cup in 2030, underscores Morocco’s commitment to fortifying its sporting infrastructure and fostering a conducive environment for athletic excellence.