Casablanca Station (pictured) forms part of Morocco’s Al-Boraq line, which the ONCF intend to extend before the 2030 World Cup. Morocco’s National Office of Railways (ONCF) has announced a tender for the acquisition of 168 trains, marking a major step in the country’s preparation for the 2030 World Cup. The World Cup imperativeFIFA’s decision to name Morocco, Spain and Portugal as joint hosts of the 2030 World Cup but award Argentina, Uruguay and Paraguay the opening three matches has led to criticism from climate groups over the long-distance, high-emissions journeys teams will undertake between matches. There has also been scrutiny over the readiness of Morocco’s transport system. Morocco passed FIFA’s inspection in its initial bid for the 2026 World Cup but was deemed “high risk” in the accommodation and transport category.

Source: The North Africa Journal December 05, 2023 10:47 UTC