The Academy of the Kingdom of Morocco held a posthumous tribute ceremony on June 24, 2026, honoring the late architect and heritage defender Abderrahmane Chorfi. The event took place at the Academy's headquarters in Rabat, with family members, colleagues, and cultural figures in attendance.
Chorfi, who passed away in 2024, was recognized for his decades-long work in preserving Morocco's architectural heritage, particularly in the medinas of Fez and Marrakech. He was a founding member of the Moroccan Association for the Protection of the Medina of Fez.
During the ceremony, Academy Secretary General Abdeljalil Lahjomri highlighted Chorfi's contributions to urban conservation and his role in training a new generation of architects. A documentary on his life and work was screened.
