Culture & Leisure

Lebanese singer Wael Jassar delivered a mesmerizing performance at the Mohammed V National Theater in Rabat on Friday night, as part of the 20th edition of the Mawazine Festival. The celebrated artist, renowned for his emotive voice and timeless tracks, was met with an electrified crowd that filled the......

The second day of the Gnaoua Festival in Essaouira delivered a mesmerizing blend of music, culture, and connection, transforming the city into a vibrant hub of rhythm and energy. From meditative melodies by the beach to spiritual ceremonies within ancient fortress walls, every corner of Essaouira pulsed......

The Indian Embassy in Morocco is commemorating the 11th International Day of Yoga (IDY) with free yoga events in Tangier, Rabat, Marrakesh, and Casablanca, fostering wellness and cultural exchange. Under the theme “Yoga for One Planet, One Health”, the initiative highlights yoga’s......

Lebanese artist Ziad Bourji, attending the 20th edition of the Mawazine Festival Rhythms of the World in Morocco, expressed deep admiration for the impressive rise of contemporary Moroccan music. Speaking before his concert at the Mohammed V National Theatre in Rabat, Bourji highlighted the remarkable......

This Friday, June 20, 2025, Rabat prepares to welcome music lovers from across Morocco and beyond for the opening day of Mawazine 2025, Africa’s premier music festival. As the city gears up for a night of unforgettable performances, the festival promises a dynamic mix of traditional and contemporary......

The Philippines and Morocco commemorated 50 years of diplomatic ties this week with a celebration that transcended formality, offering a vibrant display of culture and shared humanity. In Rabat, the Philippine Embassy hosted an event where Kontra-GaPi, a renowned ensemble from the University of the......

Dakhla is rapidly establishing itself as a key cinematic destination on the African continent, according to Abdelaziz El Bouzdaini, the interim director of the Moroccan Cinematographic Center (CCM). During the opening of the 13th Dakhla International Film Festival, which runs until June 20, El Bouzdaini......

The British newspaper Daily Telegraph celebrated the enchanting city of Fez, highlighting its historic medina where tradition and modernity blend seamlessly through crafts, history, and spirituality. The article began by focusing on the Batha Museum, once a palace nestled within Andalusian gardens,......

CNN Brasil highlights the vibrant culinary scene in Marrakech and Fès, showcasing how tradition and modernity blend in Morocco's gastronomic hubs. Known worldwide for its Sahara dunes and imperial cities, Morocco reveals a lesser-known side where cuisine intersects with art and decoration. The......

Swiss Ambassador to Morocco, Valentin Zellweger, highlighted the vital role of culture as a driving force for multi-sectoral cooperation between Morocco and Switzerland. Speaking during the 28th Fez Festival of World Sacred Music, he described the event as a key moment to showcase the strong and historic......

As the sun dipped below the ancient walls of Bab Makina, the 28th Fez Festival of Sacred Music commenced, inviting audiences into a realm where tradition and transcendence seamlessly intertwined. Curated under the evocative theme “Renaissances: From nature to the sacred,” this year’s......

Traveling through Morocco while adhering to a gluten-free diet may seem daunting, yet it presents a unique opportunity to savor the nation's rich culinary heritage without compromising health or taste. With its abundance of wheat-based dishes, Morocco offers a tapestry of flavors, from tagines to......

The 20th edition of the Arabesques Festival in Montpellier, set to take place in 2025, will focus on Morocco, organizers announced during a press conference in Rabat on Tuesday, marking the launch of preparations. The festival, supported by a partnership between the Hiba Foundation and the City of Montpellier,......