Speaking following the conclusion of the continental tournament, Mr. Diouwara praised the Kingdom of Morocco for what he termed an unprecedented level of professionalism, noting that the organisation of AFCON demonstrated Africa’s growing capacity to host world-class competitions. The journalists’ network president extended congratulations to the Senegalese national team for reaching the final and lifting the Africa Cup of Nations trophy for the second time, describing the victory as a testament to discipline, teamwork, and excellence in African football. While highlighting the tournament’s overall success, Mr. Diouwara emphasised that professional and ethical media coverage remains essential to preserving the integrity of sport and Africa’s image on the global stage. He called on African and Arab journalists to adhere to internationally recognised standards of journalism and to avoid misinformation, exaggeration, or misleading narratives. Mr. Diouwara concluded by reaffirming the commitment of the International Network of Arab and African Journalists to promoting ethical journalism, professionalism, and unity, while supporting Africa’s continued rise as a respected host of major international sporting events.