Morocco's Lamb Festival: A Tradition Resumes Amid Economic Challenges
The bleating of sheep has returned to the markets on the outskirts of Moroccan cities, where thousands of sheep await buyers for the upcoming Lamb Festival, also known as the Feast of Sacrifice. This year, official reports indicate that nearly 9 million sheep are available for this significant celebration, which transcends its religious aspects to embody a vital social and familial tradition for Moroccan households. After an exceptional suspension of the festival in 2025 by King Mohammed VI due to drought, livestock shortages, and soaring prices, Moroccans are once again preparing for this meaningful event, marking a notable return to tradition.
In Temara, near Rabat, families are scouring the corrals in search of the best among the hundreds of bleating lambs waiting to be slaughtered on the appointed day. Shoppers are engaged in price comparisons and search for the right size, hoping to find an affordable lamb, though many are finding this challenging. Said, who traveled from Italy to celebrate with his family, observes the sheep and acknowledges that prices are
As reported by rtve.es.
