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La richesse archéologique incommensurable du Maroc et la réécriture de l'histoire... 1732

Le Maroc vient de décider de se doter d’un nouveau musée de l’archéologie et il voit grand ; Ce sera le plus grand du genre en Afrique, d'une superficie de 25000m2. C’est à la fois énorme et flatteur. Certains vont parler de démesure ou n’en verront pas simplement l’utilité. A cela il faut vite rétorquer: détrompez-vous. Si le Maroc a toujours été considéré comme très intéressant au plan archéologique, cet intérêt n’a jamais été aussi grand sinon depuis les dernières trouvailles: celle du plus ancien fossile d’homo sapiens à Jbel Ighoud, non loin de Safi; celles des plus anciens actes et soins chirurgicaux à Tafoghalt, proche de Berkane; celles des vestiges de l’âge du bronze tout récemment mise à l’évidence du côté de Wad Laou, sur le site préhistorique dit KachKouch, pas loin de Tétouan ; celles de la nécropole au sud de Tagounite du côté de Zagora ; celles des parures datées entre 142 et 150 mille ans, mises à nues dans la grotte Bizmoune du côté d’Essaouira ; Celles de l’exploitation agricole de 12 ha du côté de Oued Beht, une dimension jamais connue en Afrique du nord, datant de la fin du Néolithique, témoignant d'une grande richesse et d'un savoir-faire très évolué. La liste est extrêmement longue. Penser maladroitement que les recherches et les fouilles archéologiques soient un luxe ou l’affaire de quelques experts pour leur plaisir est absolument erroné. L'importance de la recherche archéologique pour l'écriture de l'histoire n’est point discutable. Elle est fondamentale. Les vestiges et traces du passé permettent de compléter, de corriger et ou de confirmer les récits historiques. Les fossiles, les structures, les artefacts découverts sur les sites archéologiques sont autant de témoignages tangibles, offrant une vision objective et nuancée des civilisations disparues notamment quand elles n’ont pas laissé de traces écrites. L’archéologie renseignent sur les modes de vies, sur la culture, sur les croyances et les interactions humaines, sur les techniques utilisées et le degré d’évolution des civilisations disparues. Elle est essentielle pour préserver et s'approprier le patrimoine national et partant celui de l’humanité. Elle permet de jalonner l’évolution humaine et permet d’expliquer ce que nous sommes aujourd’hui. La transmission des connaissances étant capitale, la recherche archéologique permet de mettre à la disposition des générations que nous sommes et celles futures, des indices indiscutables de fierté et d’identité. Elle est ainsi incontournable pour l’écriture et la réécriture de l’histoire, qu’elle nettoie des biais que certains historiens peuvent y avoir insérés çà et là par méconnaissance ou manque d’évidence et ceux que des idéologues pour des raisons plus ou moins louables, peuvent y avoir volontairement introduits comme orientations ou aspects fallacieux. Les trouvailles au Maroc remettent justement en cause ce que des générations successives ont appris de leur histoire et de leur origine. S’il est prouvé que Le rôle des populations locales dans les échanges et dans la construction de la civilisation méditerranéenne était fort important, on continu hélas à colporter une histoire biaisée ignorant justement ces apports et évidences archéologiques, aujourd’hui prouvés sans ambiguïté. Depuis 1985, le Maroc s’est doté d’un Institut National des Sciences de l’archéologie et du Patrimoine (INSAP). Et ce n’est ni pour rien ni par hasard que la recherche archéologique est ici étroitement liée au patrimoine. Qui dit patrimoine dit preuves tangibles quand il s’agit de patrimoine matériel et preuves transmissibles, s'il s’agit de patrimoine immatériel. Il se trouve que le Maroc est immensément riche des deux. Ce ne sont pas les chercheurs de l'INSAP qui vont contredire les propos ici développés ou encore Ibn Khaldoun que nous vénérons sans pour autant en respecter la doctrine. Il est aujourd’hui fondamental de revisiter le narratif qui lie l’origine des populations marocaines à une quelconque migration venue d’ailleurs et encore moins de l’est du pays ; comme il est temps de mettre l’accent sur l’évolution de ces populations et leurs apports indéniables à la civilisation méditerranéenne et donc du monde. Les populations d’ici n’ont pas subi les civilisations de la région, ils y ont contribué amplement et largement et cela doit être enseigné dans nos écoles. Faire fi de cette vérité crée des carences notamment de perception identitaire. Les nations ont besoin de référentiel historique pour s'épanouir. Certains se le construisent à partir de rien, alors qu’au Maroc il est là et s’impose à l'évidence. Ce sont des vérités on ne peut plus limpides. Elles doivent constituer la base de notre référentiel identitaire. Les problèmes dont souffre une certaine frange de la population notamment les jeunes en quête d’identité et qui hélas aujourd’hui sont happés par des idéologies importées pouvant embrasser un extrémisme dangereux; ne peuvent trouver de solutions que par la mise en œuvre d’un travail de réécriture de l’histoire de façon objective, basée sur les faits et les preuves historiques, des plus lointaines au plus proches. Les jeunes, à l’adolescence et au début de l’âge adulte notamment, se posent des questions profondes sur ce qui ils sont, ce qu’ils veulent devenir et quelle place ils occupent dans le monde. Ce questionnement, s’il est influencé par nombreux facteurs dont bien évidemment la famille, la culture, les amis, les expériences personnelles et l’environnement social, il est aussi impacté de façon incontournable par l’histoire du pays. Plus cette histoire est lointaine dans le temps, plus elle est motif de fierté et de sérénité. Dans ce monde en constante évolution, où les réseaux sociaux et les pressions de tous genres jouent un rôle conséquent, cette quête d’identité peut être complexe et parfois source d’angoisse. Le désarroi peut aiguillonner vers un réconfort d'ailleurs. Certains peuvent aller jusqu’à penser remonter un temps imaginaire et se construire un monde romanesque, édulcoré par des idéologues servant des causes évidemment invraisemblables. L’investissement dans un musée d’archéologie aussi important est donc venu à temps combler un déficit culturel extrêmement sérieux, réunissant en un lieu accueillant, de dimension respectable, des tas de preuves de la richesse de l’histoire du Maroc. Les historiens eux, devraient se saisir de la question identitaire pour justement pallier les insuffisances et éliminer les biais; Certains s’y sont déjà mis ardemment de façon individuelle et militante. Il faut cependant impérativement que les institutions se saisissent vigoureusement de la question. L’Education Nationale en premier, se doit de prendre la mesure de l’importance de la révision des cursus et contenus des cours d’histoire enseignés dans nos écoles; sans omettre de former un nombre conséquent de spécialistes pour améliorer la recherche dans un domaine aussi cardinal.
Aziz Daouda

Aziz Daouda

Directeur Technique et du Développement de la Confédération Africaine d'Athlétisme. Passionné du Maroc, passionné d'Afrique. Concerné par ce qui se passe, formulant mon point de vue quand j'en ai un. Humaniste, j'essaye de l'être, humain je veux l'être. Mon histoire est intimement liée à l'athlétisme marocain et mondial. J'ai eu le privilège de participer à la gloire de mon pays .


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The Monad 336

The Monad is found at the highest level of existence, being the eternal, indivisible spark of the Divine. It is not a being in the conventional sense, but a pure center of consciousness, a point of origin that transcends time, space, and form. The Monad is a direct emanation of the Absolute, the One Source, and contains within itself the total potential of divine intelligence and will. The Monad beholds the entire cosmos, reflecting it inwardly without division or movement. For the purpose of experience, evolution, and the expansion of consciousness, the Monad unfolds itself. This process does not mean that a fragmentation occurs, but emanation, in accordance with the laws of sacred geometry and cosmic harmony. The Monad expresses itself into twelve individuated Soul aspects — each a radiant expression of its divine essence. These are sometimes called Oversouls, Higher Selves, or Solar Selves in esoteric traditions. Each of these twelve Souls remains intimately connected to the Monad, yet takes on a unique pathway of spiritual development and service. Each Soul, in turn, extends itself into twelve Spirits, or individual incarnating identities, that manifest across the dimensions of space and time. These Spirits are what we often understand as human personalities — seemingly separate lives, yet each one is a temporary projection of a higher spiritual intelligence. These incarnations serve to gather experience, to learn through contrast and duality, and ultimately to return to unity through the path of conscious realization. Thus, from a single Monad emerge: 1) 12 Souls (higher, eternal selves). 2) Each with 12 Spirits (incarnated personalities). 3) That results in 144 individuated expressions of the original divine spark. This structure is an archetypal framework encoded within the very fabric of the universe. The number 144 is not coincidental: it is directly related to sacred numerology and appears in mystical scriptures such as the Book of Revelation, where the 144,000 sealed servants symbolize the perfected collective of awakened souls. In this model, the journey of each incarnated Spirit is not isolated, but part of a vast, intricate tapestry. All experiences — joys, sorrows, triumphs, and trials — are transmitted upward through the Soul to the Monad, enriching the totality of divine being with wisdom distilled through the lens of individuality. The Monad, untouched and changeless, still gathers all of these reflections into itself in perfect harmony. To know oneself, then, is not merely to understand one’s personal identity, but to awaken to the truth that we are emanations of a higher Soul, and beyond that, of a singular Monad — a spark of God.

New Era in World Athletics: The CAA’s Vision for Equitable International Representation... 363

At its most recent congress held on July 14, 2025, in Abeokuta, Nigeria, the Confederation of African Athletics (CAA) adopted a resolution that could upend the organization of global athletics governance. As the debate on modernity and representation within international sports institutions intensifies, the CAA is proposing major reforms for World Athletics (WA). **At the Heart of the Reform: A Call for Fairer Governance** Confronted with recent developments in world sports and the need to ensure transparency and efficiency, the CAA believes it is time to revise the Statutes of World Athletics, the global governing body for athletics. The main goal is to strengthen continental representation within the WA Council. This reform hinges on the key points of the resolution, namely fair representation by continent. The CAA suggests establishing a fixed quota of representatives for each continent within the Council. Such a measure would give each region an effective voice, limiting the overrepresentation of continents already well established in international decision-making bodies. It also proposes that the election of World Athletics Council members should be conducted by the continental associations, rather than by a global general assembly. The CAA insists that each continental association should directly elect its own representatives. However, under the CAA’s proposed reform, the presidency is an exception: the position of President of World Athletics would remain subject to the traditional election by the WA General Assembly, thus preserving a form of institutional unity. The proposal goes further by suggesting that, for all World Athletics commissions and working groups, the nomination of members should also fall under the authority of the continental associations, according to a pre-established quota set by WA regulations. This approach aims to ensure real diversity within the technical and strategic circles of global athletics. **A New Momentum Towards International Sports Democracy** The CAA’s initiative is part of a global movement calling for more democracy, transparency, and balance in the governance of major sports federations. Several observers believe that such a reform, if supported by other continental associations, could become a model for other sports and help create a more balanced, representative, and inclusive international sports world. Nonetheless, the proposal will face multiple challenges in its implementation. Despite its ambitions, this resolution will have to overcome several obstacles. Naturally, it requires building consensus among other continental associations. There will also be negotiations with the World Athletics Council, which may fear a loss of influence for certain continents. Finally, regulatory texts will need to be adopted according to a timeline compatible with the desired institutional evolution. Inspired by the spirit of Abeokuta, the CAA’s proposal could well usher in a new era for athletics. It reaffirms the legitimacy of emerging continents and raises the fundamental question of equity in international sports. Only time will tell whether this ambitious reform will find global resonance and lead to a profound transformation of World Athletics governance.

MRE : The elephant outside the room 373

MRE : marocain résident à l'étranger. A simple acronym, rolls off the tongue nicely. Depending on your social class, a different image popped up in your mind. Let's examine different scenarios : — The ex-NEET turned Italian: Family borrowed a year's worth of wages to send him on raft to Italy or the afterlife. Gets a new phone to everyone when he visits every couple summers. Unfortunately, it's not the 80s anymore and he's got no choice but to sell drugs if he wants to afford a Volkswagen Golf. "You can take an african out of africa, but you can't take africa out of the african". Karma will make him live long enough to see black africans invade his country like he invaded other people's. Single handedly responsible for making real estate unaffordable in towns nobody wants to live in. — The daughter who studied in france and works in paris that your neighbor brags about: Lost her virginity in a party but her parents will never hear about it. Trades her headscarf for a CDI. Thinks she needs no man as she goes around Europe like a pokemon trainer catching selfies in cities her ancestors did not build. Claims she loves her country but only thinks about going back there if she can double her living standards. A pure product of the system, hates racism, sexism, and any globohomo-ism. Enjoys being fetishized by white bois. — The lazy friend that won the visa lottery to the US: Thinks he's made it thanks to his skills and hardwork alone. Starts Vlogging as soon as he takes a mortgage. Too busy surviving the American collapse to ruin things back home. Will settle for a what barely qualifies as a woman according to his mother's standards for the papers. — The red-pilled scholar of self-denial : Moved out of morocco out of sheer hatred for the country, its institutions, its culture, and its people. Tries to prematurely reincarnate by changing his name, accent, and backstory to better fit in his new home. The real life equivalent of the anime villain whose reasons make more sense than the hero, but is still in the wrong. — The self-exiled man of inaction : Moved out of morocco mentally, not rich/special enough to move physically. Browses r/morocco. Most likely speaks english because his french sucks. Mind broken by the system despite never facing persecution (for a lack of trying to subvert it). Fuels loneliness epidemic but uses dating apps and social media. Imports problems from abroad, never comes up with solutions. Would not change anything is he was part of the 0.1%. Having a big diaspora around the world is nothing to be proud of. Granted, morocco gets a significant amount of foreign currency from them, but this is basically a "resource curse", and not even a good one. I have yet to see anyone quantify their negative impact on the economy. Not only do they drive housing prices up since they can afford bigger mortgages, but they also sabotage the collective consciousness. The moroccan dream is to get out of morocco. As long as we treat our diaspora as gods among men, we idealize the act of running away. Why try to build things here when you can enjoy a much better life by going somewhere else? Why try to have a career here if local talent is always seen as second rate compared to foreign one? I'll always be astonished by the degree of hatred and scorn that we, as a people, have against ourselves. Sure, leaving this cesspit of a country behind is the rational choice at the individual level. Doesn't mean it's the right one.

What really is conviction? 472

If you can tell for sure that whatever you want to have in your future would really belong to you, then you actually don't have a future; you are just navigating through time. It is important that we appreciate that the great people the world celebrates were never so certain that they will achieve the things they have. Yes, there were moments when they believed they would do great things, and then there were those singular moments when they actually realized that they were meant for great things. But never were there moments before such moments of the euphoria of the culmination of their deeds were they ever so sure of the prospects of the future. This is therefore the human condition. The one that makes life worth living. The one whereforth springs the meanings of all purpose. Notice the keyword here is to believe! In every step of the way, great people tread the paths of belief. An identity, an appreciation of a life that could potentially be worth nothing, be meaningless and result in total complete waste. Yet, they walk that path anyway. They walk these paths also quietly aware of the rewards of their deeds. To quote a book, "it is in times when we succeed, when things seem to be working in our favor, and our egos expand like a pufferfish, that we are most easily blind-sided and in danger of the greatest fall. It can be a cycle for many of us, until we learn how to break it, how to be unaffected by either success or failure, and just keep moving forward, towards our goals" That is conviction! "When I close my eyes, I see a thing. I did this thing. I made this thing. It is so beautiful. and powerful. and everyone loves it. everyone says this is really a great thing! everyone agrees that this is going to change their lives for the better forever. I smile because I imagined this thing, and I did it, and it was beautiful in every aspect. It did it's job just like I wanted it to and I fulfilled my purpose."