Diaspo #434: In France, Amine the Conqueror reclaims the history of castles

Amine Kassid, known as Amine Le Conquérant, is redefining the narrative of French castles through his captivating videos. With roots in Morocco and a passion for stories overlooked by textbooks, he challenges cultural exclusivity and fosters diversity, all while training the next generation of filmmakers.

North African women's migration stories celebrated in Marseille exhibition

Through her pioneering exhibition, Samia Chabani sheds light on the often-overlooked roles of North African migrant women in France, challenging reductive narratives and celebrating their civic and cultural contributions. By tracing the journeys of these women, Chabani not only honors their past but also inspires future generations to engage in collective action and empowerment.

Hate speech: At the UN, Morocco advocates for interfaith dialogue

In Geneva, during a side event at the 61st session of the UN Human Rights Council, Morocco's ambassador to the Holy See, Rajae Naji Mekkaoui, showcased the «Moroccan model» of religious coexistence as a unique example of diversity and unity recognized internationally.

Diaspo #426: Between Africa and Europe, Ismail Sentissi on the jazz road

Moving between Morocco, France, Ghana, and the United States, composer Ismail Sentissi has navigated the many paths of world music, exploring a broad spectrum of rhythms. From metal to afrobeat, with chaabi along the way, he ultimately found his voice in a jazz style that truly reflects who he is. Rooted in personal experience, his repertoire breaks away from convention and draws directly from the journey that shaped it.

How football is breaking linguistic and cultural barriers in Morocco [Interview]

Since the start of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, currently being held in Morocco, numerous videos have circulated showing moments of genuine camaraderie between Moroccan supporters and fans from other participating countries. These scenes stand in sharp contrast to the racist rhetoric sometimes found online. Mehdi Alioua, a professor of sociology at Sciences Po–International University of Rabat (UIR) and a specialist in migration, looks at this deeply rooted dynamic of social

Lyon AFCON Zone village celebrates African culture

U.S. pauses green card lottery, thousands of Moroccans to be affected

The Trump administration has decided to pause the U.S. Diversity Visa lottery program, known as the green card lottery. The move is affecting thousands of Moroccans who are regularly selected through the program.

Jaylann, L’Artiste and Angélique Kidjo to perform the AFCON 2025 official song

Morocco : New ant species Temnothorax lailae discovered in Chtouka Aït Baha

FIFM 2025 : Three questions with Jodie Foster [Interview]

Honored at the Marrakech International Film Festival (FIFM 2025) for her forty-year career, American actress and director Jodie Foster reflects on the major challenges, past and future, facing cinema, as well as the questions that have shaped her journey in front of and behind the camera. Interview.