Eighteen supporters are protesting what they describe as a complete lack of transparency surrounding the accusations labeled against them.
Per reports, the decision has been formally conveyed to their lawyer, Patrick Kabou. In the message, the supporters of Senegal’s national team, the Lions of Teranga, make it clear that they have no intention of ending their hunger strike, despite their trial being postponed once again, this time until 12 February 2026. They insist the protest will continue until they are properly heard and officially informed of the charges they are facing.
In a strongly worded statement, the group expressed frustration over what they see as a denial of their fundamental right to justice.
“They must tell us what they are accusing us of, or at the very least, listen to our version of events. Since we are being deprived of our right to a fair hearing, we have all decided, starting today, to begin a continuous fast, in prayer and contemplation of God alone, until the Moroccan justice system allows us the opportunity to speak,” the statement read.
The detainees also raised concerns about the conditions under which they were questioned by police. They claim their interrogations were conducted in French and Arabic, languages they do not understand, as they say they speak only Wolof. This, they argue, further undermines the fairness of the proceedings and their ability to defend themselves.
The 18 supporters have been held in detention in Rabat since 18 January, following incidents that reportedly took place during the Africa Cup of Nations final between Senegal and Morocco.
