The Moroccan Kickboxing and Muay Thai Federation anticipated the WMC strategy with a visionary approach
On May 30, 2024, Antalya, Turkey, hosted a high-level meeting of the World Muay Thai Council (WMC) during the World Championships, where a new global program was unveiled in partnership with the International Federation of Muay Thai (IFMA). The program aims to professionalize athletes through a new global ranking system, oversight of national competitions, and official certification.
Among the attendees was Mr. Idriss Hilali, Vice President of the IFMA and WMC Board Member, alongside national representatives from around the world.
However, according to exclusive information from MMAMAG Magazine and Morocco Now newspaper, the Royal Moroccan Federation of Kickboxing and Muay Thai had already begun implementing a forward-thinking strategy, which involved delegating the organization of professional tournaments to a specialized Moroccan company with strong logistical and broadcasting capabilities.
National Foresight That Preceded the Global Shift
What the WMC and IFMA are now promoting globally, Morocco had already anticipated. The Moroccan Federation is not merely reacting—it has the potential to lead this transformation.
Key questions arise:
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Can Morocco become a central figure in shaping professional Muay Thai across Africa?
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Could this Moroccan company be integrated as an official partner in the implementation of the global framework, especially in Africa?
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Will national leaders like Idriss Hilali take this as a moment to shine and influence international combat sports governance?
From Planning to Initiative
This global program is not just an administrative shift—it’s a structural change that requires readiness, coordination, and vision. The Moroccan Federation has already laid the groundwork. Now, the challenge is to capitalize on this position:
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By institutionalizing this approach
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Involving qualified national actors
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And asserting Morocco’s place as a regional hub in Africa and the Arab world for professional combat sports
The future of professional Muay Thai in Africa might just be… written in Moroccan ink.
