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Did you know that mega-events, like FIFA World Cups or Expo showcases, can increase a host city’s GDP by up to 1%? In the Middle East, upcoming events such as Saudi Arabia’s FIFA World Cup 2034 and Expo 2030 in Riyadh are set to leave profound impacts on the region. But the real legacy of these events isn’t in the numbers. It’s in the societal transformation they spark. From sustainable infrastructure projects to fostering local talent and driving global dialogue, these events create ripple effects that reshape communities and economies for years to come. Advising on these projects has taught me one thing: thoughtful, people-centred planning ensures a legacy that far outlasts the event itself. What’s your vision for the legacy of mega-events in the Middle East and beyond? #MegaEvents #LegacyBuilding #StrategicAdvisory #MiddleEastInnovation #GlobalDialogue

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Despite these dips, the overall trend shows a resilient recovery, highlighting the adaptability of Qatar's administrative services and its residents. Qatar's experience illustrates the significance of responsive administrative systems and community resilience in navigating global challenges. - COVID-19 Impact: Noticeable declines in issuance during early 2020 and a second wave in early 2021, reflecting lockdowns and mobility restrictions. - FIFA World Cup 2022: A dip in November 2022 indicates the event's influence on local administrative activities.

🔴 In recent years, Morocco has emerged as a force to be reckoned with in international football. With a bold strategy blending massive investments in infrastructure, cutting-edge training programs, and historic achievements on the pitch, the Kingdom is redefining its place in the global football arena. The establishment of FIFA’s Africa Office in Marrakech signals yet another milestone in Morocco’s remarkable ascent. https://urls.fr/irlcTO

What an inspiring experience at the World Football Summit hosted in Riyadh, a true testament to the transformation happening across every sector in Saudi Arabia – with sports leading the charge. From the electrifying opening ceremony, featuring a speech by H. E. Mr. Bader Alkadi, to the eye-opening discussions, one thing was clear: Saudi Arabia isn’t just witnessing change; it’s shaping the future of global sports. Women’s participation in the sports industry has soared by over 300%, reflecting the Kingdom’s commitment to inclusion and opportunity. Beyond that, the diversity of offerings – from digital innovation and AI solutions to logistics, retail, and world-class services – paints a picture of a nation that’s ready to set new global benchmarks. With all these pieces coming together, Saudi Arabia FIFA World Cup™️ 2034 bid feels like a natural extension of this ambitious journey. It’s not just about hosting an event; it’s about showcasing a vision where sports drive economic growth, community engagement, and cultural exchange. Here’s to the continued momentum and seeing more milestones achieved in the Kingdom’s incredible transformation. ⚽🇸🇦 #WorldFootballSummit #SaudiVision2030 #SportsTransformation #Saudi2034 #InnovationInSports #Riyadh #WomenInSports #AIInSports #SaudiFIFA2034

Saudi Arabia's hosting of the 2034 World Cup marks a significant milestone in its Vision 2030 reform agenda. Learn more about the socio-economic impact of this move and what it means for the region: https://ow.ly/e1F250UCFMV.

The colonization of African Football. When did we start selling African games to the highest bidder? Now we have foreign countries hosting complete African championships instead of the continent of 54 Nations, that the championship is supposed to belongs too? Why are African games being hosted in foreign countries? Why are foreign countries being allowed to host African games? We never see the championship finals or any games that belong to Saudi Arabia or any other foreign country being held in Africa, so why is this an option for us? It's a worrisome concern that CAF, the body supposed to handle African football, would give a foreign country the right to hold an African championship. Again, I stress an African championship, where Saudi Arabia has all the game rights and not Africa. Make it make sense! By the way who has the broadcasting and advertising rights to Saudi Arabia sorry Maybe Africa Champions league, is it an Africa or Saudi Arabia? who is playing in this league is it Saudi Arabian teams or African teams? Imagine being a Kenyan, South African, Ugandan, Nigerian, Egyptian, etc., and having to travel to Saudi Arabia to watch your home team play against another African country. Does this make sense to anyone? Book a visa most likely get your visa denied, book flights that are expensive, book stadium tickets, book hotels in another country and continent just to watch our African teams play against each other. Math isn't Mathing here!! How was this ever suggested, debated upon, thought to be a good idea, and eventually passed? It seems the president and deputy of CAF have lost all hope of having African games in Africa if they can quickly sell all our football rights to a foreign country. It's time we consider replacing them with people who want to develop African football in Africa. This is utterly ridiculous. Soon AFCON will be in Saudi Arabia or some country that pays them the highest, if this is the direction they are taking African football, with CAF leadership acting like Africa is incapable of hosting its own games, it's time to find new leadership. Confederation Africaine de Football (CAF) This is BS, not exciting news.

CAF Announces Dates 2025 AFCON In Morocco

New #article from Ehsan Mohamadi Turkmani et al: Social capital building through mega-sporting events: Did the Qatar 2022 World Cup foster bonding, bridging, and linking social capital? TL;DR: Participation of individuals in sporting events can develop social capital https://lnkd.in/eTAu-XJ2

#FIFA signed a protocol on Monday evening in Marrakech to establish its regional headquarters in #Morocco, in a bid to enhance football development in Africa. The signing ceremony was attended by Moroccan Prime Minister Aziz Akhannouch, FIFA President Gianni Infantino, CAF President Patrice Motsepe, and Fouzi Lekjaa, President of the Royal Moroccan Football Federation. The agreement was signed following the CAF Awards ceremony, where several players, coaches, and teams were recognized for their achievements.