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Ten Moroccan talents honored for global influence at "Faces of Morocco" awards
via Le Matin2 min read
The second edition of the "Faces of Morocco of Excellence" awards, held in Casablanca on April 15, 2026, recognized ten Moroccan talents for their international achievements. Supported by the Council of the Moroccan Community Abroad, the event highlighted individuals who contribute to Morocco's global presence across various strategic sectors. Honorees included Ambassador Samira Sitail, astrophysicist Meriem Elyajouri from NASA, composer Youssef Guezoum, triathlete Badr Siwane, coach Tarik Sektioui, and actress Mouna Fettou. A notable recognition went to Khadija Bendam for her election as president of the International Nuclear Societies Council INSC, marking a global first and demonstrating Moroccan leadership in nuclear governance. Her work with CNESTEN in safety and security audits further solidifies her role in international standards. The "Faces of Morocco" initiative, founded by Hind Chaouat, aims to connect diaspora talents with their home country and showcase inspiring journeys, projecting an image of Morocco as an open, connected, and excellence-driven nation on the international stage.
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King Mohammed VI received newly appointed members of the Constitutional Court at the Royal Palace in Rabat on Thursday, June 4, 2026. This appointment aligns with the Constitution and the organic law governing the Court, specifically regarding the renewal of one-third of its members. The King appointed Mr. Mohamed Amine Benabdellah and Mr. Saad Rhzioual Berrada as members, with Mr. Mohamed Amine Benabdellah also named President of the Constitutional Court. Additionally, Mr. Ahmadou El Baz was elected by the House of Representatives, and Mr. Abdelhafid Adminou was elected by the House of Councillors. During the audience, the new members took their oath before King Mohammed VI.
His Majesty the King received the newly appointed members of the Supreme Council of the Judicial Power. These included Mohamed Abdennabaoui, reappointed for a second term as First President of the Court of Cassation and, in this capacity, Deputy President of the Supreme Council of the Judicial Power. Also received were Latifa El Harradji and Nadir El Moumni, the two new members of the Council. His Majesty also appointed Farid El Bacha and renewed the appointments of Mohamed Zouak and Mohamed Ennasser for a second term, among the personalities whose appointment to the Supreme Council of the Judicial Power is conferred upon His Majesty the King, according to the Constitution. During this audience, the two new members of the Council took the oath before His Majesty the King.
The Ministry of National Education is providing free airline tickets to Moroccan students who have successfully passed the written examinations and are eligible for the oral examinations of the French Grandes Écoles. This initiative applies to candidates from preparatory classes for Grandes Écoles in Morocco for the 2026 session.
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