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Morocco

Moroccan government to establish Jewish cultural centre at historic Dar Moulay Hachem site

According to the Moroccan Ministry of Youth, Culture and Communication, the cultural centre is part of an extensive programme involving the restoration of Jewish schools, cemeteries, and synagogues throughout the kingdom.

Council of Moroccan Jewish Communities President Amb. Serge Berdugo receives AJC Akiba Award

In his remarks, Berdugo reflected on the Moroccan experience as a living example of coexistence, emphasizing that the kingdom’s pluralism is not a historical relic but a guiding principle for the future.

Three Jewish monuments in Assilah added to the National Heritage list

The newly classified sites include the Kahal Synagogue, the Jewish cemetery, and a mikvé.

Jewish community of Morocco pays tribute in Casablanca to victims of devastating earthquake

The earthquake, which struck in the province of Al-Haouz south of Marrakech, killed 2,946 people and injured 5,674, according to the latest official figures.

President of the Jewish Community of Morocco: “The need for help is immense”

President of the Jewish Community of Morocco Serge Berdugo gave an interview to Jüdische Allgemeine in which he discussed the consequences of the devastating earthquake that recently struck his country, as well as the Jewish community's support for its victims.

Jewish community of Marrakech raises funds to help neighbours rebuild after earthquake

The funds will also be used to restore the damaged Jewish quarter, including the synagogue and the Jewish cemetery.

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