Keywords: Preservation


Preserving cultural heritage: the role of Morocco and king Mohammed VI in supporting Palestine

Sa Majesté le Roi Mohammed VI is steadfastly committed to defending the Palestinian cause and supporting the people of the Holy City. Through the presidency of the Al-Quds Committee and the efforts of the Bayt Mal Al-Quds Acharif Agency, Morocco is making significant strides in preserving the......

CasaTourat: A new app transforms how Casablanca’s heritage is explored

The Casamémoire Association, dedicated to preserving the architectural heritage of Casablanca, has officially launched CasaTourat, an innovative mobile application designed to showcase the city’s cultural treasures. Developed in collaboration with LionsGeek and supported by the French Development......

Morocco launches national film archive to preserve cinematic heritage

The Moroccan Cinematheque officially opened its doors in Rabat on Saturday, marking a significant milestone in the country's cultural landscape. Located within the Moroccan Cinematographic Center, this new institution was inaugurated by Mohamed Mehdi Bensaid, Minister of Youth, Culture and Communication,......

Morocco invests $15.46 million to expand mosque infrastructure in 2025

Morocco's Ministry of Endowments and Islamic Affairs has allocated MAD 154.6 million ($15.46 million) for mosque construction in 2025, as part of a comprehensive religious infrastructure development program. Minister Ahmed Toufiq announced the funding will support the completion of 23 ongoing mosque......

Morocco's traditional equestrian art receives major preservation boost

Four key Moroccan institutions have joined forces to safeguard Tbourida, the country's UNESCO-recognized equestrian heritage, through a groundbreaking partnership agreement signed in Rabat. The collaboration aims to protect and develop this ancestral Arab-Amazigh art form, which earned UNESCO intangible......

Marrakech premieres film festival celebrating Moroccan heritage and memory

Morocco's historic city of Marrakech is set to inaugurate its first Cinema and History Festival from January 23-27, offering a unique exploration of national identity and historical narrative through film. The festival, organized by the Association of Cinema and History, will center on the theme......

Morocco Strengthens Heritage Protection with New Trademark Registrations

In a significant move to safeguard its cultural legacy, Morocco's Handicrafts Office has registered ten new trademarks, marking a decisive step in the nation's ongoing efforts to protect its traditional crafts and designs from cultural appropriation. The Secretariat of State for Handicrafts,......

Rabat National Zoo Marks 13 Years of Wildlife Conservation Success

The National Zoo in Rabat has emerged as a cornerstone of Morocco's biodiversity preservation efforts, welcoming over 6 million visitors since opening its doors in 2012. As the zoo celebrates its 13th anniversary this January, it stands as a testament to the country's commitment to environmental......

Documentary cinema as a bridge to cultural memory: Exploring Moroccan identity through Kamal Hachkar's work

Morocco, with its rich multicultural heritage, provides fertile ground for documentary filmmakers seeking to preserve and explore the nation’s diverse identity. Through the lens of two groundbreaking documentaries by Kamal Hachkar, we examine how collective memory and postmemory shape cultural......