This June, Casablanca transforms into the beating heart of African creativity. From June 25 to 28, 2026, the Moroccan city will host a powerful dual event: the 4th African Women Artisans Congress and the 17th Dar Maalma Expo. Under the High Patronage of King Mohammed VI, this landmark gathering isn't just about celebrating art—it’s about economic revolution.

Why It Matters

Driven by the Network of Women Artisans of Morocco (REFAM DAR MAALMA), the summit is weaponizing traditional craftsmanship to build a modern, multi-million dollar creative economy. Key focuses include:

• Global Trade Integration: Leveraging the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) to open international markets for female creators.
• Tech & Capital Access: Weaponizing digital tools, innovation, and financing to scale women-led artisanal businesses.
• Cultural Sovereignty: Proving that ancestral heritage is a massive engine for modern economic growth.

The Showstopper: The Grand Caftan Show

On June 27, the runway takes center stage. Celebrating "The Thousand Colors of Africa," the Dar Maalma Grand Caftan Show will fuse ancient textile traditions with fierce, high-fashion haute couture.

The Bottom Line

This is where cultural diplomacy meets raw economic power. If you want to see the future of global design, fashion, and female entrepreneurship being rewritten, Casablanca is the only place to be.

• Dates: June 25–28, 2026
• Location: Casablanca, Morocco
• Host: REFAM DAR MAALMA