Morocco declares war on IPTV, will Moroccans soon be deprived?

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Morocco declares war on IPTV, will Moroccans soon be deprived?

No more laxity in the face of piracy of matches and films? As the Kingdom vibrates to the rhythm of the 2025 CAN and prepares for the 2030 World Cup, the authorities in Rabat have adopted a national roadmap to clean up the sector. The objective is to secure broadcasting rights in the face of a threat that has become industrial.

This offensive was launched at an unprecedented seminar bringing together the Moroccan Copyright Office (BMDAV) and global giants like the Motion Picture Association (MPA), with the support of CAF and Interpol. The finding is unanimous: piracy is no longer a simple offense, but now falls under organized crime, threatening both the digital economy and the cybersecurity of users.

The action plan adopted is not lacking in bite. It provides for the creation of a joint commission bringing together the authorities, rights holders and telecom operators. The priority mission? To put in place technical mechanisms allowing the temporary and rapid blocking of streaming sites and illegal IPTV platforms.

Beyond repression, this strategy aims to modernize the legal arsenal and train magistrates in the specifics of this digital scourge. By tightening the screws, Morocco intends to reassure foreign investors and guarantee fair remuneration for creators, a sine qua non condition to establish itself as a credible host for major international events.