Scheduled for January 10 to 17, “this celebration is a continuation of the royal decision announced by King Mohammed VI, to establish January 14, corresponding to the first day of the Amazigh year, as an official public holiday in Morocco », Indicates a press release from the Municipality of Agadir, noting that “this royal gesture reinforces the recognition of Amazigh culture as an essential component of Moroccan identity”.
The program of festivities will cover 12 places in the city, including public squares, gardens and the promenade of Anza and Agadir capable of offering the inhabitants of the capital of Souss and its visitors an exceptional opportunity to enjoy activities and events in a festive atmosphere.
The public will also have an appointment with exhibitions of artisanal cooperatives and local products, highlighting the creations of artisans, as well as a photographic exhibition illustrating the richness and diversity of the Amazigh cultural heritage.
On the menu of “Id Yennayer 2975″, there are also conferences which will address themes such as “Amazighity in the light of the 2024 census” and “Amazigh television and drama production”, with the participation of experts and researchers. Amazigh.
Citizens and visitors of Agadir will also be able to attend major artistic evenings organized on three main stages: Tikiouine, Al Amal Square, and the Kasbah of Agadir Oufella.
These shows will highlight the biggest stars of Amazigh song as well as performances by Raïs and Ahwach.
Furthermore, as part of the cinema program, the film “Mouga Yushkad” will be screened in Anza, Talborjt and Bensergao.
To enrich the experience, Amazigh food tasting points will be set up along the promenades of Anza and Agadir.
A “Tanggift” show will showcase the traditions of authentic Amazigh weddings, accompanied by artistic troupes representing the cultural diversity of the Souss Massa region.
Organized in partnership with the Souss Massa Regional Council, the Souss Massa Regional Tourism Council and the Timitar Festival Association, the “Id Yennayer 2975” event aims to promote Amazigh culture as a fundamental element of Moroccan identity and to consolidate the values of coexistence and cultural openness.
It also aspires to position Agadir as a tourist and cultural destination of excellence, on a national and international scale, in accordance with the municipality’s action plan which aims to make the city a cultural beacon and a universal capital of culture. Amazigh, concludes the press release.
