Keywords: Moroccan Women


Moroccan women riders gain global spotlight in tbourida tradition

International attention has turned to Morocco after a photo series on female tbourida riders stood out at the World Press Photo Contest. The project, titled “Farīsāt: daughters of gunpowder,” by Italian photographer Chantal Pinzi, captures women performing the traditional equestrian discipline......

Rabat honors exceptional Moroccan women at annual tribute ceremony

The Mohammed V National Theatre in Rabat will host the annual "Night of Loyalty to Exceptional Moroccan Women" on April 21, 2026, bringing together cultural, political, and civic figures to recognize women who have distinguished themselves across a range of fields. The event is organized by......

March 8: These Moroccan women who left their mark in History

March 8, celebrated worldwide as International Women’s Rights Day, is an opportunity to highlight the journeys of women who have shaped history and contributed to transforming societies. In Morocco, many women have played a decisive role in fields as diverse as politics, education, culture, diplomacy,......

Hind Zemmama reaches Carstensz Pyramid in milestone Seven Summits climb

Moroccan climber Hind Zemmama has achieved another remarkable feat by summiting Carstensz Pyramid (Puncak Jaya) in Indonesia. Standing at 4,884 meters, it is the highest peak in Oceania and one of the most technically challenging climbs among the Seven Summits, the tallest mountains on each continent. Zemmama......

ElleMoutmir strengthens Moroccan women’s leadership in sustainable agriculture

Through OCP Group’s Al Moutmir initiative, ElleMoutmir is transforming Morocco’s rural landscape by positioning women at the center of agricultural sustainability and inclusive growth. The program equips women with essential agronomic, digital, and entrepreneurial skills, empowering them......

Jinane Zouaki: First Moroccan Woman Inducted into Ibero-American Academy of Pharmacy

Moroccan biologist Jinane Zouaki has been named an academic corresponding member of the prestigious Ibero-American Academy of Pharmacy, marking a historic milestone for Morocco, the Arab world, and Africa. She is the first Moroccan, Arab, and African woman to hold this honor. The official induction......

Moroccan judge mina sougrati makes history as president of international association of women judges

Moroccan judge mina sougrati has etched her name in history by becoming the first Arab woman elected to the presidency of the International Association of Women Judges (IAWJ). This significant milestone was achieved on April 9 during the IAWJ’s biennial conference held in Cape Town, South Africa. The......

19-Year-Old Moroccan Student Makes History on Kilimanjaro Summit

Sofia Moughil, a 19-year-old Moroccan commerce student studying in England, has etched her name in the record books by becoming the youngest Moroccan woman to reach the summit of Mount Kilimanjaro, Africa's highest peak at 5,895 meters. Moughil's journey to the summit began in her early years,......

Morocco's Highest Court Reverses Groundbreaking Marital Rape Verdict

A watershed ruling for women's rights in Morocco has been overturned, as the country's Court of Cassation annulled what had been the nation's first-ever conviction for marital rape. The October 10 decision has sparked widespread concern among human rights advocates and renewed calls for urgent......