Author Rim Battal is set to unveil her debut novel, «I Will Look Myself in the Eyes» (Bayard, 2025), on Thursday, October 30, at Espace Rivages, the headquarters of the Hassan II Foundation for Moroccans Living Abroad in Rabat. Drawing from personal experience, the novel delves into «the weight of social and familial expectations through the tale of a young Moroccan woman compelled to obtain a virginity certificate». This literary gathering will be guided by poet
Naturopath Hakima Farah has just unveiled her latest work, «Milk of Life», shedding light on the vital role of breast milk in a child's health. Released in conjunction with the national breastfeeding promotion campaign spearheaded by the Ministry of Health and Social Protection, this book presents an «original and deeply human approach» to a fundamental issue crucial for both infants' and mothers' well-being. Available for online purchase, it is set to be distributed in
In a vibrant and supportive atmosphere, the Royal Urban Club of Padel in Marrakech was abuzz with excitement on Sunday as it hosted an all-women's tournament in honor of Pink October, a month dedicated to raising awareness about breast cancer screening. Bringing together players from across Morocco, the event was a blend of athletic prowess, camaraderie, and civic engagement. On the courts, matches were dynamic, sometimes fiercely competitive, but always marked by fair play and
The national under-17 women's soccer team suffered a 1-3 defeat against Italy on Tuesday evening at the Rabat Olympic Stadium. This match marked the second day of Group A action in the final phase of the World Cup for this age category. Italy's victory was secured with goals from Giulia Galli, who scored twice in the 5th and 13th minutes, and Rachele Giudici, who added a third in the 23rd minute. The national team managed to find the net once, thanks to a goal by Dounia El Masmoudi in the 82nd
The seventh edition of the Tilila Trophy was celebrated on Thursday, October 16, 2025, in Casablanca, spotlighting the theme of rural women. This year's event, organized by 2M through its Parity and Diversity Committee, recognized four outstanding campaigns that championed inclusivity. The jury, comprised of Hind Bensari, Fihr Kettani, Idir Ouguindi, Ghita El Kholti, Mounia Lamkimel, and Abdellah Tourabi, selected the winners. The Jury Prize was awarded to Ain Atlas for their campaign crafted
The family journey of Hafsa Chakibi between Morocco and France began with her grandfather’s migration. Her father, born and educated in France, later returned to Morocco to start his own family. Hafsa, a chemical engineer, was born in Casablanca, where she completed part of her primary education in French institutions before joining her parents in Béarn, France. After excelling in preparatory classes, she graduated from the prestigious Chimie ParisTech engineering school.
On Monday, October 13, Al Moutmir hosted a significant event centered on the theme «Women-Led Agricultural Cooperatives – The Collective Power for Sustainable and Inclusive Agriculture in Africa». Celebrating the International Day of Rural Women, the event underscored the pivotal role rural women play in «agricultural development, food security, and social innovation». Since its inception in 2018, OCP, the driving force behind the program, has dedicated
The Fédération Internationale de Football Association (FIFA) has introduced Tila, the official mascot for the U17 Women's World Cup, scheduled to take place in Morocco from October 17 to November 8, 2025. «Tila captures the natural elegance of the caracal, a wild cat species native to several regions, including Morocco. Her name is inspired by 'tala', meaning 'mountain' in various languages spoken by the Amazigh communities of the country. This name subtly references nature
The NGO Tibu Africa, dedicated to fostering education and youth integration through sports, is organizing the third National Forum on the Empowerment of Girls and Women through Sports. This event is taking place at the Second Chance School – New Generation, which specializes in sports professions, located in the Old Medina of Casablanca. It coincides with National Women's Day on October 10 and the International Day of the Girl Child on October 11, aiming to highlight «sports as a
The Ministry of Health and Social Protection has launched a national campaign to promote awareness, prevention, and early detection of breast and cervical cancers. Running from October 1 to 31, the initiative coincides with Pink October, the global month dedicated to fighting these diseases. Focused on the importance of screening, the campaign aims to raise awareness among women in the relevant age groups. According to the Ministry, the early detection system for breast and cervical cancers
chargement...
