The Documentation and Cultural Activities Center, affiliated with the Regional Delegation of Islamic Affairs in the Marrakech-Safi region, successfully hosted the 18th session of the "Nectar of Books" series on Friday, May 22, 2026. This event, organized in collaboration with the Mohammed VI Foundation for Persons with Disabilities - Marrakech Center, focused on the presentation and discussion of the book "Law and Sports." It gathered a distinguished group of academics, researchers, and individuals interested in legal and sports affairs.
This cultural initiative aligns with the center's broader cultural program, which aims to promote a culture of reading and scientific research while creating spaces for intellectual discussions on current issues related to society, law, and sports. The event took place at the library of the Documentation and Cultural Activities Center located within the Mohammed VI Administrative and Cultural Complex at Bab Ighli in Marrakech, under the moderation of Dr. Ahmed Hadida.
The session featured robust academic contributions that approached the book’s themes from various perspectives, with participation from a select group of professors and specialized experts. Among the notable contributors were Dr. Riad Fakhri, a professor at the Faculty of Legal and Political Sciences at Hassan I University in Settat; Dr. Younes Alazraq Al-Hassouni, a law professor at the Institute of Sports Sciences at the same university; Dr. Hassan Zardani, a professor at the Faculty of Legal, Economic, and Social Sciences in Marrakech; Dr. Nadia Ayoub, another professor at the same faculty; and Mr. Moulay Hafid Rajila, who oversees sports management at the Regional Academy for Education and Training of the Marrakech-Safi region.
The discussions emphasized the significance of the book "Law and Sports" in documenting the increasing intersections between the sports domain and the legal framework, particularly in light of the changes occurring within the sports sector both nationally and internationally. Participants highlighted the accelerating legislative and regulatory challenges that accompany these transformations.
Moreover, speakers addressed the current state of the legal framework governing sports in Morocco, underscoring the need to enhance the legislative structure to keep pace with the dynamic sporting landscape in the kingdom. They asserted that "sports law" is emerging as a promising academic specialization that merits further research and scholarly development.
The event concluded with an interactive discussion between the participating professors and attendees, characterized by questions and contributions that enriched the dialogue and deepened consideration of the legal issues associated with sports practices.
All participants concurred on the scientific and intellectual value that the book "Law and Sports" offers, praising the cultural and enlightening role played by the "Nectar of Books" series in invigorating the intellectual and cultural movement in the Marrakech-Safi region, by fostering dialogue and the exchange of ideas among researchers and enthusiasts.
Additionally, the occasion served as an opportunity to acknowledge the contribution of the Mohammed VI Foundation for Persons with Disabilities and its staff in making this cultural event successful, along with commending the distinguished academic presence of the participating professors and their demonstrated academic engagement and humility, reflecting the true essence of knowledge and learning.
As reported by anbaetv.ma.
