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Morocco’s initiative to safeguard handicraft heritage through vocational training

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......

Princess Lalla Hasnaa fosters cultural ties between Morocco and Azerbaijan

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......

Türkiye's foundations week celebrates cultural heritage and philanthropy

Ankara, Türkiye — On May 8, 2025, President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan inaugurated the "Foundations Week Grand Opening Ceremony" at the Presidential Complex, emphasizing the nation's rich heritage of philanthropic foundations. This annual event, hosted at the Beştepe Congress and......

Princess Lalla Hasnaa Honors Azerbaijani Heritage and Strengthens Cultural Ties

Her Royal Highness Princess Lalla Hasnaa, President of the Foundation for the Safeguarding of Cultural Heritage of Rabat, paid a visit on Monday to the Alley of Honor in Baku, Azerbaijan. There, she paid tribute to national leader Heydar Aliyev by laying a floral wreath at his tomb. Upon arrival, Princess......

"Made in the UK": The British fashion industry on the brink of sustainable renewal

Between artisanal heritage and cutting-edge technologies, can the British industry reclaim its place on the global stage? For centuries, the UK has been a cornerstone of textile and clothing production, known for its expertise and craftsmanship. From the knitting workshops of Scotland to the lace makers......

Morocco: A UNESCO project to preserve culinary heritage

Morocco has recently launched a national consultation as part of a new UNESCO project aimed at creating the world’s first International Food Heritage Atlas. This initiative promises to document and promote traditional food practices, ensuring their transmission to future generations. According......

Mourning a musical icon: Mohcine Jamal's legacy endures

The Moroccan music scene is in mourning following the death of Mohcine Jamal, a cherished figure in the country’s artistic heritage. He passed away today after a lengthy illness, as confirmed by his daughter, marking a poignant end to an era of traditional Moroccan music. Jamal's artistic......

Morocco's enduring Christian heritage fosters Vatican ties

Morocco's historical Christian legacy, which spans nearly two millennia, has evolved into a pivotal aspect of its diplomatic relations with the Vatican. According to insights shared by the Catholic news platform Aleteia, the North African nation continues to protect religious minorities within its......

UNESCO recognizes Ibn Toufail's medical poem as a vital part of global heritage

UNESCO has officially added "Al Orjoza fi teb," the renowned medical poem by 12th-century Andalusian philosopher-physician Ibn Toufail, to its Memory of the World register. This significant addition, presented by Morocco, is part of a broader initiative that includes 73 other documentary collections......