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Raja Launch 1,000-Member Plan to Reshape Club Leadership

Raja Launch 1,000-Member Plan to Reshape Club Leadership

Morocco World4 days ago
Raja Club Athletic announced a new campaign on Monday to expand its parliamentary body to 1,000 members, in a move designed to overhaul the club's governance structure.
In a statement issued that morning, the Casablanca-based club said the initiative seeks to transform Raja's parliament into a genuine decision-making force that reflects the aspirations of fans – especially at a time when the club is undergoing major changes, particularly at the administrative and managerial levels.
Membership will grant holders a seat in the Raja Parliament – the club's highest decision-making authority – and the right to vote in presidential elections. Members will also be invited to contribute to the club's strategic planning, join internal committees, and take part in ongoing development projects.
The club said reaching the 1,000-member milestone would mark an unprecedented achievement in Moroccan football.
After a decade of financial instability and institutional drift, Raja's president, Jawad Ziyat, is now seeking to rebuild the club and lay the foundations for long-term success. Tags: botola proRaja Club Athletic
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