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Morocco Strengthens Official Status of Amazigh Language with Historic New Year Celebration

The Moroccan government has reinforced its commitment to strengthening the official status of the Amazigh language, as announced by Prime Minister Aziz Akhannouch during the Amazigh New Year celebrations in Agadir. The government has implemented several projects to integrate the Amazigh language into......

Symbolism of the Official Celebration of the Amazigh New Year

On January 14, Moroccans will officially celebrate the Amazigh New Year as a national holiday, following a historic decision by King Mohammed VI to make it a paid public holiday, akin to the Islamic calendar's Fatih Muharram and the New Year’s Eve celebration. This event marks the culmination......

Morocco Celebrates Amazigh New Year with Nationwide Cultural Festivals

Across Morocco, vibrant celebrations are underway marking the Amazigh New Year 2975, known locally as "Idh Yennayer." The festivities showcase the nation's rich cultural heritage through an array of traditional performances, exhibitions, and artistic displays. In Meknes, the Mohammed El......

Libya Declares Public Holiday for Amazigh New Year 2975

The High Council for the Amazigh of Libya has announced that Monday, January 13, 2025, will be observed as an official public holiday in all Amazigh-speaking regions of the country, marking the beginning of the Amazigh New Year 2975. This decision aligns with earlier resolutions, including a 2012 decree......

Shanghai-Casablanca Direct Flight: A New Link Strengthening Connections

Starting January 19, a new long-haul flight route will connect Shanghai to Casablanca. Operated three times weekly—on Tuesdays, Fridays, and Sundays—this service by a major Chinese airline will link Shanghai Pudong International Airport with Mohammed V International Airport in Casablanca,......

Stormy Start to 2025: UK Braces for Extreme Weather  

As the new year approaches, the United Kingdom is preparing for a turbulent start to 2025, with severe weather warnings issued for almost every region. High winds, heavy rain, and snowfall are expected to cause widespread disruption, prompting caution and preparation across the nation. Here's a breakdown......

Grand Yennayer Celebration Marks the Beginning of the Amazigh New Year

Rabat - The capital came alive with music, dance, and cultural pride on Sunday evening as Morocco welcomed the Amazigh New Year 2974. The iconic Théâtre Mohammed V hosted a grand ceremony attended by government officials, celebrities, and the public, ushering in festivities for this significant......

NARSA Urges Heightened Caution on Moroccan Roads for New Year 2024

As the New Year approaches, Morocco's National Road Safety Agency (NARSA) issues a strong warning to residents, emphasizing the need for increased caution and vigilance on the country's bustling highways to manage the anticipated surge in traffic. In a press release exuding urgency, NARSA leaves......