Culture

Morocco has taken a significant step to safeguard its cultural heritage from appropriation by signing a Memorandum of Understanding with the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO). The agreement, signed in Geneva by Mohamed Mehdi Bensaid, Morocco’s Minister of Youth, Culture, and Communication,......

For the first time, the UNESCO Creative Cities Network Conference will be held in Africa and an Arab city, with Essaouira, Morocco, chosen as the host for the 18th annual session in 2026. This historic decision reflects the city's growing prominence as a hub of culture, creativity, and sustainable......

Archaeologists have made a remarkable discovery in northern Morocco’s Tangier Peninsula, located just south of the Strait of Gibraltar. Their excavation efforts have revealed three ancient cemeteries, including a stone burial believed to date back approximately 4,000 years. This significant research,......

Morocco’s Secretary of State for Handicrafts, Lahcen Saadi, recently highlighted the alarming decline of traditional Moroccan handicrafts. During a session of oral questioning at the House of Representatives, Saadi emphasized the collective responsibility to uphold these vital elements of Morocco’s......

Morocco’s Princess Lalla Hasnaa, President of the Foundation for the Safeguarding of the Cultural Heritage of Rabat, hosted a special tea ceremony in Baku, Azerbaijan, where she gathered influential women from the cultural and artistic spheres. This event, held on Thursday, highlighted the importance......

In a significant move to reshape cultural relations between Africa and Europe, Morocco and the Île-de-France Region have signed a declaration of intent at the Mohammed VI Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art in Rabat. This agreement marks a pivotal step in amplifying contemporary African art on......

Morocco reaffirms its commitment to cultural openness and global dialogue as it actively participates as the guest of honor at the Paris Book Fair. This engagement underscores the country's role as a cultural crossroads, fostering connections across languages and identities. In an interview with......

Mohamed Mehdi Bensaid, Morocco's Minister of Youth, Culture, and Communication, held discussions on Wednesday evening in Paris with his French counterpart Rachida Dati regarding the enhancement of cultural cooperation between their two nations. This meeting took place at the headquarters of the......

In celebration of the blessed occasion of Eid al-Fitr, His Majesty King Mohammed VI, Amir Al Mouminine, has extended heartfelt greetings through cards to his fellow Majesties, Excellencies, and Highnesses—Sovereigns, Presidents, and Emirs of Islamic states. In these messages, the Sovereign conveys......

Laylat al Qadr, the Night of Power, is a night like no other—a moment of divine connection when the heavens open, angels descend, and prayers bear immeasurable weight in the eyes of the Almighty. Observed during Ramadan, it holds a special place in the hearts of Muslims, particularly in Morocco,......

Moroccan society, with its rich tapestry of Amazigh, Arab, Islamic, and Jewish influences, has long been characterized by a deep respect for the roles of both men and women. This article delves into the historical practices and social values that highlight the care and esteem Moroccan men have traditionally......

Casablanca Events & Animations, in collaboration with the City of Casablanca, presents a vibrant program for Ramadan, blending spirituality, culture, and artistic expression. Central to this initiative is the Quran Recitation and Samaa Contest, showcasing the city’s most captivating voices.......

The 28th Fes Festival of Sacred Music: A Global Stage in Morocco From May 16 to May 24, 2025, the imperial city of Fes will host the 28th edition of the Fes Festival of Sacred Music, an internationally acclaimed event that has become a cultural and spiritual hallmark of Morocco. This year’s theme,......