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Morocco and Senegal celebrate shared history with photographic exhibition in Dakar
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The Embassy of the Kingdom of Morocco in Dakar, in partnership with the newspaper Le Soleil, is organizing a photographic exhibition titled "Morocco-Senegal: a shared history, a destiny in the making." The exhibition, which opens on July 14, 2026, at the Residence of the Moroccan Embassy in Dakar, commemorates the 27th anniversary of King Mohammed VI's accession to the throne. It will showcase the spiritual, cultural, and human ties between Morocco and Senegal over several decades. Featuring photographs from Le Soleil's archives, the exhibition highlights key moments in the relationship between Rabat and Dakar since independence, including official visits and meetings between leaders. Beyond the historical aspect, the initiative aims to emphasize a common heritage of religious, cultural, human, and economic connections, while also fostering discussion on future cooperation. The opening will be followed by a conference led by Dr. Bakary Sambe, regional director of the Timbuktu Institute – African Center for Peace Studies, focusing on the historical foundations, strategic issues, and prospects of the Moroccan-Senegalese partnership. The event will gather Senegalese authorities, diplomatic representatives, cultural and media figures, and members of the Moroccan community in Senegal.
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