The Celebration of Marrakech as Capital of Culture in the Islamic World for 2024, was officially kicked off, under the high patronage of King Mohammed VI, at a ceremony co-organized by the Ministry of Culture and the Rabat-based Islamic World Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (ICESCO). The ceremony began with performing Morocco’s national anthem, followed by the screening of a video highlighting the characteristics and features of the historic and ancient city of Marrakech. In an address during the ceremony, ICESCO Director General Salim M. AlMalik stated that Marrakech is genuinely worthy of bearing the Capital of Culture of the Islamic World for 2024 in view of its abundant natural and historical richness and geographical uniqueness. The celebration of Marrakech, Capital of Culture in the Islamic World for 2024, featured the official song of the ceremony, which will be played at related events during 2024. Toward the end of the ceremony, Dr. AlMalik recited a poem he wrote in tribute to the city, entitled “The Glorious Marrakech.”

Source: The North Africa Journal January 28, 2024 18:46 UTC