The countdown is on for the kick off of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations in Rabat, Morocco.

Afcon is a competition deeply rooted in African cultural identity as it is in football.

With this year's competition shining on the world stage during the festive season, the BBC’s Isaiah Akinremi lays down some quick facts you should know about it.

Reporter: Isaiah Akinremi
Video Producer: Njoroge Muigai

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