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Mawazine 2024: A Spectacular Showcase of Music and Culture with Record-Breaking Attendance

The 19th edition of the Mawazine Festival - Rhythms of the World has concluded in resounding success, boasting unforgettable performances, significant moments, and a record-breaking attendance that surpassed 2.5 million festival-goers. This year’s festival, held from June 20 to 29 in Rabat and......

Marrakech Pulsates with Cultural Rhythms at FNAP 2024

In the heart of Marrakech, a tapestry of tradition and unity unfurled on the third day of the 53rd National Festival of Popular Arts (FNAP), transforming the city into a vibrant canvas of color and sound. The ancient streets reverberated with the echoes of centuries-old melodies, as locals and international......

Gnaoua Festival 2024: Celebrating Culture, Music, and Human Rights

Essaouira’s Gnaoua and World Music Festival marks its 25th anniversary with a vibrant blend of music, intellectual discourse, and cultural festivities. The historic city of Essaouira is set to continue its silver jubilee celebrations today with an eclectic mix of performances, discussions, and......

Essaouira Gnaoua and World Music Festival Celebrates 25 Years of Musical Fusion

The sun-soaked coastal city of Essaouira is set to resonate with the melodies of a world united in music as the 25th edition of the Essaouira Gnaoua and World Music Festival kicks off today. This landmark event promises a vibrant confluence of cultures, bringing together traditional Gnaoua maâlems......

Essaouira's Silver Symphony: A Quarter-Century of Gnaoua Magic

Essaouira, Morocco - As the sun sets over the Atlantic coast tomorrow, the ancient walls of Essaouira will resonate with the hypnotic rhythms of the Gnaoua World Music Festival, marking its 25th anniversary. From June 27 to June 29, this UNESCO-recognized coastal town will transform into a global amphitheater,......

Rabat Symposium Spotlights Urgent Need to Safeguard Cultural Heritage Amidst Global Turmoil

In an era marked by escalating international conflicts, the protection of cultural heritage has emerged as a pressing global concern. Addressing this critical issue, Morocco's National Commission on International Humanitarian Law convened a high-profile symposium in Rabat, commemorating the 70th......

Essaouira Readies for Gnaoua Festival's Silver Jubilee: A Convergence of Global Musical Heritage

As the sun-drenched shores of Essaouira prepare to pulsate with rhythm, the coastal Moroccan city stands on the cusp of a momentous cultural milestone. The Gnaoua and World Music Festival, a cornerstone of the nation's artistic calendar, is poised to commemorate its 25th anniversary with an unparalleled......

Marrakech Ignites with 'Sounds of Africa' Festival for Global Music Aficionados

In a dynamic fusion of rhythms and cultures, Marrakech, the Red City, vibrated with infectious energy as musicians, dancers, and artists from across the African continent brought their rich and diverse traditions to life. The second edition of the highly anticipated 'Sounds of Africa' festival......

Pulse Films' Atomic Bazaar Set to Captivate Audiences with Moroccan Backdrop

In a testament to Morocco's enduring allure as a cinematic destination, Pulse Films' highly anticipated scripted TV drama, "Atomic Bazaar," is set to commence filming in the North African nation this month for Sky. Based on Vanity Fair journalist William Langewiesche's captivating......