Rabat, Morocco – Mohamed Soumare, a prominent Malian journalist and sports analyst, has died in his apartment in Rabat, Morocco. The circumstances surrounding his death remain unclear.
Soumare was in Rabat covering the ongoing Africa Cup of Nations 2025 tournament. While official causes of death have not been released, some reports suggest Soumare had been suffering from heart problems.
The passing of Mohamed Soumare marks a significant loss for the African media landscape. He was a well-respected figure known for his extensive knowledge and insightful commentary on African football. Soumare previously served as the media officer for Stade Malien, a leading football club in Mali. He also led the marketing, media, and television departments for the Malian Professional League.
Born in Algeria, Soumare received his primary education in the Algiers district of El Harrach, where he was taught in French. He was known for his deep affection for Algerian football, particularly supporting USM El Harrach and NA Hussein Dey.
Further details regarding the circumstances of Soumare’s death are awaited. DZWatch will continue to follow this story and provide updates as they become available.
