Hip Hop

Moroccan hip-hop group Fnaïre loses member in fatal crash

2008-06-18

The members of Fnaïre were just starting the drive home from Fez after performing at the Sacred Music Festival when a terrible crash claimed the life of Hicham Belqas. Fans and colleagues remember the talented performer as a kind-hearted young man and passionate musician.
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Female rappers win Morocco's first national hip-hop competition

2008-05-07

Ten hip-hop and breakdance groups from across Morocco competed at the Ouf du Bled music festival Saturday in Casablanca. Female rappers Flow Tigresses and breakdance troupe Anti Boys Crew won the final vote.
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Interview with Fnaïre, a symbol of traditional rap in Morocco

2007-09-28

Magharebia speaks with Fnaïre rap group member, Mohcine, about the foundations and goals of the group and its messages.
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Interview with Moroccan rapper Bigg

2007-05-30

In an interview with Magharebia, Moroccan rapper Bigg talks about his musical roots and his opinions on the importance of Moroccan dialect and culture.
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Despite setbacks, Morocco making headway towards millennium goals

2008-12-01

In a recent government report, Morocco is shown to have made considerable progress towards the UN Millennium Development Goals, although there is still work to be done.

Muslim delegations adopt "Tunis Pact" to promote education

2008-12-01

The "Tunis Pact", which promotes better education and future for young Muslims, was adopted last week at the International Conference on Youth Issues in the Islamic World.

Arab liberals discuss Arab Maghreb Union

2008-11-30

Liberal politicians from Morocco, Algeria, Tunisia and Mauritania met for the first time in Marrakech last week to discuss accelerating the Arab Maghreb Union.

Moroccans take on debt to prepare for Eid al-Adha

2008-11-28

Eid al-Adha is a time for family celebration, but for many Moroccans, the customary sheep purchase also means it is time to incur a financial burden that takes months to repay.

Algerian pilgrims welcome new measures

2008-11-28

A newly established office will make sure delegation officials will not abandon pilgrims to perform Hajj themselves.
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