Between a dazzling parade of traditional Moroccan caftans, a wide range of musical performances—from pop to rap, Amazigh ribab, and Aïta—and moments of comedy, the evening offered a complete immersion into the richness and diversity of Moroccan culture. The event was attended by Samira Sitail, Ambassador of His Majesty the King to Paris, who joined the Moroccan community in celebrating this national milestone.
In her address, Ms. Sitail praised the patriotic fervor of Moroccans living in France, who came in large numbers to mark the occasion in the iconic Parisian venue.
“What we feel tonight goes beyond the success of an event. It is the expression of a profound unity, a common foundation that connects us all around the Moroccan flag and the enlightened Vision of our Sovereign,” she said.
“Wherever we are in the world, we follow a clear path—the one charted by His Majesty King Mohammed VI,” she added.
In a full house, the audience joined together to sing the national anthem in an emotional moment. Archival footage of the Green March was projected on a large screen, recalling its historical and symbolic significance as a defining moment of Moroccan unity and unwavering attachment to the homeland.
A host of artists—including Saida Charaf, Don Bigg, Nabyla Maan, Said Mosker, Rym Fikri, Kouz1, Foulane Bouhssine, and Khalid Al Bouazzaoui—delivered a vibrant show blending Amazigh ribab, Marsaoui Aïta, and pop sounds, captivating the audience from start to finish.
“Celebrating the 50th anniversary of the Green March at the Olympia is a way to highlight Morocco’s strong presence in the heart of Paris and to share the richness of its culture,” said Oubeid Allah Hlal, the event’s producer and host, in a statement to MAP. He noted that many artists had traveled from Morocco to take part, adding that the evening was designed to be both festive and commemorative—honoring the courage, solidarity, and peace that defined the Green March.
Singer Nabyla Maan opened the event with a moving rendition of the national anthem, followed by several of her hits such as D’nya and Laghzal Fatma. “I am deeply honored to take part in this celebration of such a historic epic,” she said, expressing her emotion at returning to the Olympia stage 18 years after her first performance there.
One of the highlights of the evening was the caftan fashion show by Moroccan designer Hind Joudar. Each outfit, inspired by a different region of the Kingdom, showcased the diversity and richness of Moroccan heritage.
“It was an unforgettable evening, filled with emotion and national pride,” said Nada Kinani, who traveled from Lille to attend the show. “Seeing Moroccan culture shine on such a prestigious stage fills us with pride. Tonight, we all felt the same thing: love for our country,” she added.
The evening closed with a collective musical performance bringing all the artists together on stage around the national flag, singing patriotic classics immortalizing the glorious Green March, including Sawt Al Hassan and Laâyoune Ayniya.
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