فاس نيوز ميديا جريدة الكترونية جهوية تعنى بشؤون و أخبار جهة فاس مكناس – متجددة على مدار الساعة
The city of Laayoune, the largest city in Morocco’s Southern Provinces, is experiencing exceptional activity in preparation for the 50th anniversary of the Green March, scheduled for November 6, 2025. The ongoing preparations reflect a combination of national momentum and infrastructure improvements, alongside cultural events that enhance pride in the peaceful reclamation of Western Sahara from Spanish control in 1975.
Festive Spirit in Laayoune’s Streets
Laayoune’s streets and boulevards are decorated with luxurious lighting, including LED light strings in the national colors of red and green, alongside banners celebrating the “50th Anniversary of the Victorious Green March.” Illuminated palm trees line the main roads while aerial footage displays lively nighttime scenes in parks and public squares. According to local TV reports, residents expressed great enthusiasm, affirming that the decorations symbolize national unity and progress since 1975, viewing them as a rebuttal to foreign propaganda. An event is also planned at the جامعة محمد السادس متعددة التخصصات (UM6P) ASARI campus in Laayoune on October 27, 2025, celebrating 60 years of Moroccan-Senegalese cooperation with a focus on African solidarity.
Enhancing Communications and Infrastructure
In support of the celebrations, Royal Air Maroc has launched new flights, including the Casablanca-Samara route starting November 6, 2025, alongside 15 weekly flights from Casablanca to Laayoune. These steps reflect ongoing investments in the region, such as upgrading Laayoune Hassan I Airport and establishing a major medical school, aiming to facilitate visitor access and support economic development.
Expected Cultural and Sports Events
The anniversary will be observed as a national holiday, with schools and non-essential offices closed to ensure widespread participation. Highlight events include a traditional football match at Sheikh Mohamed Laghdaf Stadium, attracting crowds and fostering community spirit. Parades, cultural shows, and speeches highlighting Morocco’s development model in the Southern Provinces are also expected.
Historical Context and International Support
King Hassan II announced the Green March on October 16, 1975, calling on Moroccans to peacefully reclaim the Sahara, responding to the International Court of Justice’s opinion affirming historical ties to the region. On the international level, support for the Moroccan autonomy plan has increased, with backing from countries such as the United States and France, alongside consulate openings in Laayoune by countries like Senegal and Chad.
Summary
Laayoune’s preparations for the 50th anniversary reflect the Moroccan narrative of unity and development, with the city becoming a center for national celebrations and international reflections. As attention turns to November 6, 2025, Laayoune emerges as a symbol of progress and African integration.
