Morocco’s national police force, the DGSN, has strongly denied claims published by French magazine Le Point, which alleged that attacks had targeted businesses owned by sub-Saharan Africans following the final of the Africa Cup of Nations. The article, dated January 21, accused Moroccan nationals of violent acts against foreign-owned shops, but the DGSN insists these reports are entirely false.
In an official statement released Friday, the DGSN expressed surprise at what it called “misleading” and “baseless” allegations. According to the agency, no such incidents—whether assaults or arson—were recorded anywhere in the country, either during or after the tournament.
Throughout the competition, Moroccan security services monitored online rumors closely and responded with official press releases to counter false information when it appeared. The DGSN emphasized its commitment to transparency and accuracy, stating that all public communications were handled with professionalism and objectivity.
The agency also noted that it maintains specialized communication units tasked with providing verified information to journalists. According to the DGSN, Le Point never contacted Moroccan authorities to verify any of the claims before publishing its article—raising further concerns about the credibility of the report.
The statement serves as a firm rebuttal to what Moroccan officials see as an unfounded narrative, and a reminder that responsible reporting should be grounded in facts—not speculation.
