Songs You Need To Hear
28 April 2025
The Best North African Songs Right Now
This month’s music guide centers around Egypt and its diverse collaborations with artists from Spain, Palestine, France, Syria, the US, and Somalia.
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14 April 2025
The Football Tournament That Showed the World Africa Is Ready
Fifteen years ago, South Africa became the first African country to host the globe’s biggest sporting event – delivering an unforgettable FIFA World Cup, and spreading a love of vuvuzelas.
Film + TV
04 April 2025
What to Watch in North Africa this April
This month’s guide introduces Ramadan’s hit shows and eases you into the summer season with Egyptian and Moroccan comedies.
News
05 March 2025
This All-Women Creative Retreat Immerses You in Moroccan Artistry and the Safety of Sisterhood
In the spirit of Ramadan, and coinciding with women’s month, founder Sally Ghaly is offering one scholarship to a deserving creative woman who would like to join the experience but may not be able to afford it right now.
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31 January 2025
The 1-54 Art Fair in Marrakech is Reshaping Africa's Creative Geography
With its strategic location, multi-lingual culture, and welcoming atmosphere, the red city is the perfect melting pot for contemporary African artists and those who appreciate their craft.
News
28 January 2025
Moroccan Art Galleries Welcome the World at This Year’s 1-54 Art Fair
With the majority of African-based galleries being from Morocco, the fair showcases the entire bandwidth of contemporary Moroccan art.
News
16 January 2025
What Stories Are on North African Journalists' Radars in 2025?
Three stories from Morocco, Algeria and Egypt are anticipated to be major cultural moments in 2025, from Sudan's football surge to Libya's arts renaissance and the region's evolving music scene.
Film + TV
10 January 2025
What to Watch in North Africa This January
From Oscar-nominated documentaries to socio-political drama, this guide has you covered for January cinema visits in Egypt, Tunisia and Morocco, and Arabic movie nights everywhere else.
News
12 December 2024
FIFA Confirms Morocco as a 2030 World Cup Co-Host
The North African country will co-host football’s biggest tournament with Spain and Portugal, just over four years after it hosts the AFCON.
Film + TV
05 December 2024
What to Watch in North Africa This December
This streaming and cinema guide is for those who don’t like to spend their holidays watching endless Christmas movies.
Sports
20 November 2024
Four Early Predictions for AFCON 2025
With all 24 spots for the main competition accounted for, the upcoming Morocco-hosted AFCON already looks exciting on paper.
Film + TV
08 November 2024
What to Watch in North Africa This Month
From the magic of friendship to the spirits of 1001 nights, this month’s guide invites you into Egyptian and Moroccan worlds.
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