The Tiloula Trees of Ahfir
This concerns the trees along Mohammed V Street. I do not know their exact name in Arabic, and I am not entirely sure of their French name either, but I…
Moulay Amar the Dangerous
Moulay Amar Dangerous (also known as El Khattir) stands as a unique figure among the individuals who left a significant mark on the history of this town. Indeed, no one…
The Load Bearers
There is no doubt that work provides a person not only with income, but also with dignity, respect, and a sense of self‑worth. It keeps one away from boredom, idleness,…
Unforgettable Moments Episode 1
It had been several months since I last visited my hometown, the place of my childhood dreams. In the past, I often found excuses: work obligations, the relentless pressures of…
Carnival in the Village
The visit of the Rabat government to Ahfir and its surroundings coincides, ironically, with the “Ahfir government” traveling to Rabat and its nearby areas. After the King’s official passage…
The Ahfir Coffee
There is no doubt that cafés hold a special place among the elements that give the town of Ahfir its unique character and wide appeal. Proof of this is that…
The Night Ould Essafia Fell
Abdelmajid Kassimi was the biggest “absent” in the group of 25 on paper, yet in reality he was the most present of all. He alone held not only the key…
The Jews, the First Inhabitants of Ahfir
In 1911, the population of Ahfir was 316 residents: 91 Moroccans 112 French 68 Spaniards 45 Jews Thus, before the official establishment of the French…
When a Passport Was a Dream
When Professor Mohamed M’Barki comforts an expatriate, he comforts him in his own way. He sent me a short story, a kind of condolence to every expatriate. May God reward…
Presidents’ Day and the Arab Experience
Every year on February 12, the American people celebrate a special holiday known as Presidents’ Day. On this day, government offices close and schools suspend classes. It is a moment…