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«Living Between Two Worlds»: Identity Is Not a Fixed Inheritance (Suite)

Diaspo #447: Mohamed Ahammam, from the High Atlas to international NGOs (Suite)

Human Rights Forum: «Youth is not static. It is movement.» (Suite)

Spain moves toward granting citizenship to Sahrawis without Polisario documents (Suite)

Dee Dee Bridgewater brings jazz and freedom to Mawazine in Rabat (Suite)

«Living Between Two Worlds»: Identity Is Not a Fixed Inheritance

How does one grow up between several languages, several countries and several senses of belonging without being forced to choose? On the second day of the Essaouira Human Rights Forum, writers, philosophers, an anthropologist, researchers and artists were less concerned with defining identity than with setting it back in motion. It was a rich conversation, touching on migration, desire, storytelling and freedom.

Trump adviser Massad Boulos denies dismissal rumors over Western Sahara

In recent days, unofficial reports have been swirling about the supposed dismissal of Massad Boulos, the special adviser to President Donald Trump on Arab and African affairs. Boulos himself has refuted these claims. «Some media outlets are spreading the baseless claim that I am seeking an ambassadorial post in the United Arab Emirates», stated the White House in-law on X. «I remain in my position. It is an honor to serve President Trump as senior adviser and to help

Diaspo #447: Mohamed Ahammam, from the High Atlas to international NGOs

From the mountains of Tinghir to the corridors of international NGOs, Mohamed Ahammam, 54, has forged a path that nothing seemed to predestine. Between Morocco, Africa and the United States, this development expert, now based in Washington, DC, has never broken with his Berber roots. And yet, behind an international career emerges the portrait of a Moroccan on the move, deeply attached to his native village and to passing on his identity.

Human Rights Forum: «Youth is not static. It is movement.»

In Essaouira, the Human Rights Forum, the intellectual extension of the Gnaoua Festival, opened its 13th edition by placing young people at the heart of the debate. Often portrayed as disengaged or disillusioned, they emerged over the course of the discussions as a generation inventing new forms of expression, transmission and commitment. Artists, writers, sociologists, filmmakers, craftspeople, poets and political leaders all pointed to the same conclusion: the younger generation no longer

Spain moves toward granting citizenship to Sahrawis without Polisario documents

Spain’s lower house will vote on July 23 on a bill granting nationality to Sahrawis born before 1976, after Pedro Sánchez’s PSOE ended months of deadlock by backing the Sumar-led initiative. The proposal, however, excludes Polisario-issued documents as proof, a condition likely to fuel political controversy.

Algerian army kills two Sahrawi gold prospectors in Tindouf camps

Two Sahrawi gold prospectors were shot dead on Friday by the Algerian army in the «Dakhla camp», located about 200 kilometers from the «Rabouni camp», the Polisario's headquarters, according to Sahrawi sources contacted by Yabiladi. Messages of condolence have been circulating among residents of the Tindouf camps. The latest deaths come just two days after three Sahrawis were killed by Algerian soldiers during a pursuit. Among the victims was a relative of Polisario

Achraf Hakimi appeals rape trial ruling in France

Moroccan defender Achraf Hakimi has lodged an appeal with France’s Court of Cassation following a decision to send him to trial before the Hauts-de-Seine criminal court over rape allegations he has consistently denied since the investigation began in 2023, reports AFP. Notably, this appeal does not involve contesting a conviction, as the trial has yet to occur. This legal move contests the Versailles Court of Appeal's decision from June 19, which confirmed the investigating judge’s

Dee Dee Bridgewater brings jazz and freedom to Mawazine in Rabat

Born in Memphis in 1950, in the American South still scarred by segregation, Dee Dee Bridgewater grew up in Michigan. At the height of the civil rights movement in the 1960s, she championed the ideals of freedom through the power of her voice. Since then, she has continued to sing a peaceful struggle that feels more relevant than ever.

Operation Marhaba: Long queues, delays spark rights concerns at Beni Ansar crossing

Complaints from travelers have mounted with the launch of Operation Marhaba over conditions at the Beni Ansar crossing, where long queues and overcrowding are disrupting the smooth flow of traffic. The situation has prompted the Azeghanghan branch of the Moroccan League for the Defense of Human Rights to sound the alarm and call for urgent intervention to improve services.

Drones, cyber and military modernization: US bill outlines 10-year Morocco defense roadmap

A U.S. Senate defense bill would require the Pentagon to implement the 2026–2036 U.S.-Morocco Defense Cooperation Roadmap through a plan focused on military modernization, counterterrorism, drones, cybersecurity and expanded joint exercises. It also calls for submitting the full roadmap to Congress, offering the clearest picture yet of the agreement signed by Washington and Rabat in April.

Morocco elected commissioner of African Nuclear Energy Commission

Morocco was unanimously elected on Friday as a Commissioner of the African Commission on Nuclear Energy (AFCONE) for a three-year term. The election took place during the 7th Conference of States Parties to the African Nuclear-Weapon-Free Zone Treaty, held at the headquarters of the African Union in Addis Ababa. According to Moroccan authorities, the election reflects the confidence placed in the kingdom, in line with the vision of King Mohammed VI, on issues related to peace, security and

Mawazine 2026: Sampa The Great celebrates diasporas from Morocco

Mawazine 2026: Sampa The Great celebrates diasporas from Morocco

Zambian artist Sampa The Great has made her mark on the international stage by blending hip-hop, jazz, rap and traditional African sounds. From Australia to Coachella in the United States and Glastonbury in the United Kingdom, this global figure of zamrock has been celebrated for her creativity, which she is showcasing for the first time in Morocco as part of the Mawazine festival.

Morocco tops Arab U23 athletics championships with 32 medals

Morocco stood out by winning the third Arab U23 Athletics Championships, held from June 20 to 24 in Ismailia, Egypt. With a total of 32 medals, including 12 gold, 12 silver, and 8 bronze, Moroccan athletes topped the overall standings. The national team shone in both the men’s and women’s events. The men won 11 medals, including 6 gold, 2 silver, and 3 bronze. The women performed even better, claiming 21 medals: 6 gold, 10 silver, and 5 bronze. The result allowed Morocco to

PP urges Spain to demand reciprocity from Morocco for Ceuta and Melilla travelers

Spain’s People’s Party has criticized the government, accusing it of failing to demand that Morocco apply the principle of reciprocity to the travel regime between the kingdom and the cities of Ceuta and Melilla. The party argued that preventing travelers from the two cities from bringing products or personal belongings into Morocco harms their local economies and creates «unfair competition». During a meeting of the Foreign Affairs Committee, Melilla MP Sofía

Morocco bans tar in food pottery over toxic health risks

Laboratory tests have found that clay utensils intended for food use and decorated with tar contain high levels of toxic chemical elements, prompting the Secretariat of State in charge of Handicrafts and the Social and Solidarity Economy to ban the use of the substance in their production. In a circular addressed to the heads of chambers of handicrafts and regional and provincial directors, Secretary of State Lahcen Saadi said analyses carried out by a specialized laboratory on samples of

PJD claims credit for government's decision to abandon year-round GMT+1

The Justice and Development Party (PJD) has responded to Prime Minister Aziz Akhannouch's decision to abandon year-round GMT+1 by the end of this summer season, arguing that the move demonstrates the opposition's ability to influence public policy and pressure the government. In an article published on its official website, the party said the decision «answers those who question the usefulness of the opposition and cast doubt on its role in shaping public policy, pressuring the

Netherlands coach expects attack-minded Morocco, says Dutch are no favorites

Netherlands coach Ronald Koeman expects Morocco to pose a major attacking threat when the two sides meet in the FIFA World Cup Round of 16 on Monday, warning that defensive lapses could prove costly against the Atlas Lions. «From what we've seen, Morocco is a team that likes to attack», he said after the Netherlands' 3-1 victory over Tunisia. «They also have a right-back who is capable of playing in several attacking positions. We'll have to prepare well for that», he

Morocco heatwave alert as temperatures hit 45C

The General Directorate of Meteorology (DGM) has issued an orange-level weather alert for a heatwave expected to affect several provinces and prefectures across Morocco from Sunday, June 28, through Wednesday, July 1, with temperatures ranging between 38°C and 45°C. According to the DGM, temperatures on Sunday, June 28, will range between 38°C and 42°C in Aousserd, Oued Ed-Dahab, Boujdour, Assa-Zag, Es-Smara, Tata, Taroudant, Tinghir, Zagora, Settat, El Kelâa des Sraghna,

Casablanca Finance City, Istanbul Financial Center forge strategic partnership

Casablanca Finance City Authority (CFCA) and the Istanbul Financial Center (IFC) have signed a strategic partnership aimed at boosting investment flows from Turkey into Africa through Morocco, the organizations announced in a press release. The agreement, signed on June 23 in Istanbul by CFCA CEO Saïd Ibrahimi and IFC Director General Ahmet İhsan Erdem, seeks to position Casablanca Finance City as a gateway for Turkish financial institutions and multinational companies expanding across

Youssef El Kachati joins Stade de Reims on three year deal

Moroccan striker Youssef El Kachati has signed a three-year contract with French side Stade de Reims from Dutch club NEC Nijmegen, the Ligue 2 club announced on Thursday. In a statement, Reims said the 26-year-old forward will strengthen its attacking line, highlighting his goal-scoring instinct and impressive performances in the Netherlands. Quoted in the statement, El Kachati said he was «happy to help the club achieve its goals and meet the expectations of our supporters»,

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