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Freedom of the Media in the Maghreb Countries?

By: Yasmina Hage/Arab America Contributing Writer For years Arab countries have been on trial for restricting freedom of expression. However, things are changing, and this situation has evolved. Let’s look at the current situation for the Maghreb countries, which includes Morocco, Algeria, Tunisia and Libya. At the beginning of the Arab Spring in 2011, the … Continued

ABIR: The Arab Pop Princess

By Laila Shadid/Arab America Contributing Writer “Arab Pop Princess” she is indeed. With over 200 million worldwide streams, 7 million YouTube views, and the Gold hit record, “Finest Hour,” Abir has achieved fame and following at only 25-years-old. It all began in Fez, Morocco, where Abir was born before moving to Arlington, Virginia, with her … Continued

10 Incredible Scenic Photos of Rivers in the Arab World

By: Dani Meyer/Arab America Contributing Writer Rivers and other bodies of water are the source of life and are vital to establishing important civilizations. Rivers also play an important role in the water cycle and provide a vital ecosystem for many plants and animals. Rivers in the Arab World are particularly important due to a … Continued

Arab American Doctors on the Frontlines of the Pandemic

By: John Mason/Arab America Contributing Writer If you happen to be a consumer of cable TV, over the past few months you’ve probably seen a large number of Arab American physicians, nurses, epidemiologists, and other public health experts discussing the Covid-19 Pandemic. It might seem that these health workers have had an oversized role in … Continued

Pandemic Highlights Moroccan Women’s Value, Commitment, Potential

SOURCE: Morocco World News “It is impossible to conceive of an active participation of women in society without upsetting mentalities and changing … the stereotypes of society.” By: Taha Mebtoul May 11, 2020 Rabat – The Moroccan Minister of Solidarity, Social Development and Family, Jamila El Moussali, said Saturday that the lockdown period has shown … Continued

The Beauty of Arab Traditional Attire of North Africa

By: Ala Abed-Rabbo/Arab America Contributing Writer Moroccan Traditional Thobes The beauty of traditional Arab attire is a foremost trait, especially in the North African Arab countries, such as Morocco, Tunisia, and Algeria. Morocco, located, (see map below), in the extreme northwestern part in Africa, lies in the Sahara Desert and is an area where the climate … Continued

5 Things to Know Before Starting up a Business in Morocco

Having the bravery to launch and run a business in Morocco has the potential to make you a very successful business entrepreneur. Among African countries, Morocco has the sixth-highest GDP (Gross Domestic Product) at PPP (Purchasing Power Parity). Morocco is the fifth largest Arab country. Compared to other countries in the Arab world, Morocco is … Continued

Saad Lamjarred Breaking the Record in the Middle East and North Africa with 100M Views on YouTube in 3 Months

By: Ala Abed-Rabbo/Arab America Contributing Writer Saad Lamjarred Born on April 7, 1985, Saad Lamjarred is a Moroccan pop singer-songwriter, record producer, and dancer. In 2007, season four, he took part in Super Star, a broadly popular Arab talent TV show, and was came in second place; his contribution earned him popularity. He is best … Continued

Morocco’s Plastic Bag “Ban-Wagon”

By Noah Chani / Arab America Contributing Writer The 21st century is known for many great advancements in technology. The world is beginning to bare changes resulting from our prolonged use of resources and emissions of pollutants of all shapes and sizes. With the developing widespread realization that we must treat our planet better if … Continued

Moroccan Cuisine: A Must Try

By: Cara Zanta/Arab America Contributing Writer Morocco is a beautiful, colorful, and diverse country. Its beauty stems from its mountain ranges, ancient cities, deserts, and most importantly, amazing food. The multi-layered dishes and robust flavors of Moroccan cuisine make traveling to Morocco #1 on your bucket list. Morocco, located in the Northwest region of Africa, … Continued

The “Ship of the Desert”

By: Cara Zanta/Arab America Contributing Writer Few animals serve as useful to mankind as the camel does; an animal which has long been associated with the Arab world. In fact, a trip there is not complete without an authentic and exciting camel ride through the desert. Arabian camels are unique in that they have one … Continued

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