Libya
Gaza convoy blocked in Libya, falls back to Misrata
A pro-Palestinian convoy aiming to reach Gaza was forced to retreat to Misrata after being blocked by forces loyal to
culture
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Opinion
The magic of Ouarzazate
Hollywood, Bollywood, Ouarzazate …. Ouarzazte? Outside of Morocco, outside of the international film industry, how many will be familiar with this
Egypt
Egyptian weddings now cost upwards of $20,000 pushing marriage out of reach for many
The cost of getting married in Egypt has skyrocketed in recent years with price tags often hitting upwards of $20,
Egypt
Egypt makes largest archaeological discovery since King Tut’s tomb
A recently unearthed ancient Egyptian tomb is being described by Egyptian officials as the biggest archaeological discoverysince King Tutankhamen’s
Morocco
French Minister visits Western Sahara underlining shift in policy
French Culture Minister Rachida Dati became the first French official to visit Western Sahara, a move seen as reinforcing France’
Morocco
France’s Culture Minister visits Morocco to strengthen ties
French Culture Minister Rachida Dati is visiting Morocco from February 16 to 18 to boost cultural cooperation, regional media report.
Morocco
Moroccan writers honored at Doha Arabic Book Prize
Nine Moroccan authors and researchers were honored at the inaugural Doha Arabic Book Prize, which attracted over 1,200 submissions
Morocco
Marrakech art fair elevates African creativity
The 1-54 Contemporary African Art Fair in Marrakech has solidified the city’s reputation as a cultural hub, showcasing emerging
Opinion
Berber Renaissance: Reviving Maghreb’s Ancient Identity Unites Many, Divides Some
By Gavin Serkin in Ksar Ait Ben Haddou, Morocco In the millennium-old terracotta town of Ksar Ait Ben Haddou—familiar
Algeria
Algeria’s Berbers revive tradition of Tamechrit
In northeastern Algeria, villagers gathered to celebrate Tamechrit, a centuries-old Berber tradition promoting sharing, community and reconciliation, AFP reports. Once
Opinion
Understanding the significance of the Gnaoua World Music Festival
‘Mark your calendar’, said a Moroccan friend of my son in Dubai recently. ‘If you do nothing else this Summer,
Morocco
CAF unveils AFCON 2025 logo inspired by Moroccan Zellij
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) revealed the logo for this year’s Africa Cup of Nations tournament (AFCON) on
Tunisia
Harissa festival celebrates Tunisia’s iconic chili paste
In Nabeul, Tunisia’s harissa festival draws locals and global visitors to celebrate the spicy, brick-red chili paste central to