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Ensemble Madalena and Sami Yusuf Captivate Audiences at Fez World Sacred Music Festival

The 27th edition of the Fez World Sacred Music Festival commenced with a mesmerizing display of sacred chants and Sufi melodies, leaving audiences spellbound. On Saturday night, the ancient city of Fez witnessed two captivating performances celebrating the rich tapestry of sacred music traditions from......

Morocco's Cereal Harvest Faces Arid Blow, Poised for Precipitous Plunge

In a sobering revelation, Morocco's cereal harvest for the 2023/2024 agricultural season is poised to plummet by a staggering 43%, plunging to a mere 31.2 million quintals, according to the latest update from the Ministry of Agriculture. This grim forecast casts a pall over the nation's agricultural......

Gospel Diva Kim Burrell Shines at Fez Sacred Music Festival with 50-Piece Ensemble

In a groundbreaking performance at the 27th edition of the Fez Festival of World Sacred Music, the ancient city of Fez will bear witness to a global premiere of gospel music on June 1st at Bab Al Makina. The event will feature a distinguished guest: the renowned American singer Kim Burrell. For her......

Moroccan Cities: Affordable Gems of Africa

A recent report by Monkey Insider highlights several Moroccan cities securing coveted spots among the 25 most affordable cities to visit in Africa. From the vibrant Marrakech to the enchanting Chefchaouen, these destinations offer travelers an opportunity to indulge in Morocco's rich cultural tapestry......

Vicente Amigo: A Flamenco Maestro Graces the Fez Festival of World Sacred Music

In his second captivating performance at the Fez Festival of World Sacred Music, the prolific guitarist Vicente Amigo promises an unforgettable concert where flamenco, Andalusian culture, and Spanish art will be majestically celebrated. Vicente Amigo, one of the most influential flamenco musicians of......

Fez Initiates Extensive Restoration Program for Historic Mosques and Zawiyas

In a dedicated effort to safeguard the rich cultural and spiritual legacy of the ancient medina, the city of Fez is embarking on an ambitious restoration program aimed at its emblematic historic mosques and zawiyas. Recently launched by the Agency for the Development and Rehabilitation of the City of......

Mimouna Festival: Moroccan Jews and Muslims Celebrate Shared Traditions

Amid the turmoil of the Gaza war, an extraordinary celebration continues to bring together Jews and Muslims in Morocco. The Mimouna festival, which marks the end of Passover's dietary restrictions, has stood as a powerful symbol of the country's Jewish heritage, despite the community's decreasing......

Spain honored at the 27th Festival of Sacred World Music in Fez

The 27th edition of the Festival of the World Sacred Music will take place in Fez Under the high patronage of King Mohammed VI, from May 24th to June 1st, 2024. Under the theme "The Quest for the Al-Andalus Spirit," the festival has chosen to highlight the period of peaceful coexistence of......

Unmasking Algeria's Brazen Cultural Appropriation: Moroccan Zellige Under Siege

Cultural appropriation is not new, but Algeria's recent attempts to claim Morocco's rich heritage, specifically the iconic zellige, intricate mosaic tilework synonymous with Moroccan culture, have sparked outrage and ignited a fierce debate over cultural identity and heritage preservation. For......