Moroccan officials held a ceremony on April 15, 2026, to mark the 68th anniversary of the recovery of the Tarfaya province. The event commemorated the return of the territory from Spanish colonial administration to Morocco in 1958.
The ceremony was attended by local authorities and civil society representatives. Speeches highlighted the historical significance of the event within the broader context of Morocco's territorial integrity and independence.
The recovery of Tarfaya followed the signing of the Cintra Agreement between Spain and Morocco. This agreement was a key step in the decolonization process of the region, preceding the return of the Sidi Ifni enclave in 1969 and the Western Sahara in 1975.
Official statements emphasized the anniversary as a moment of national pride and a reaffirmation of sovereignty. The commemoration is part of Morocco's annual observances of key dates in its national history.
