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KESSA : the first pan-African program dedicated to the next generation of storytellers, launched by UM6P Story School in collaboration with the French-African Foundation.

Exploring storytelling beyond words.As part of KESSA, participants visited the SBU Mining in Benguerir, along with the ...
27/03/2026

Exploring storytelling beyond words.

As part of KESSA, participants visited the SBU Mining in Benguerir, along with the UM6P campus — two spaces where industry, innovation, and knowledge intersect.

An immersive experience connecting narratives to territory, infrastructure, and real-world impact.

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Bringing storytelling into real-world environments.As part of KESSA, participants visited Intelcia in Casablanca, with a...
27/03/2026

Bringing storytelling into real-world environments.

As part of KESSA, participants visited Intelcia in Casablanca, with an online intervention by Karim Bernoussi, CEO & Co-founder of .

A valuable moment to explore the link between storytelling, human experience, and organizational culture within a leading African company.

Thank you for this insightful exchange and for engaging with the cohort.

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A meaningful moment at KESSA.We had the honor of welcoming , President of the , for an inspirational lunch with the coh...
26/03/2026

A meaningful moment at KESSA.

We had the honor of welcoming , President of the , for an inspirational lunch with the cohort.

A conversation centered on culture, heritage, and the importance of transmission in shaping contemporary narratives.

Thank you for sharing your perspective and engaging with our storytellers.

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At KESSA, storytelling also lives through sport.We were pleased to welcome , Musician, Author, Podcast Producer & Founde...
26/03/2026

At KESSA, storytelling also lives through sport.

We were pleased to welcome , Musician, Author, Podcast Producer & Founder of , for a session exploring football as a narrative power.

Beyond the game, football shapes identities, emotions, and shared experiences across communities.

Thank you for this insightful contribution to the programme.

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Continuing the conversations at KESSA. We were pleased to welcome , storyteller, TV host & producer, Director of Media ...
26/03/2026

Continuing the conversations at KESSA.

We were pleased to welcome , storyteller, TV host & producer, Director of Media Content at , and presenter at , for a masterclass with the cohort.

From finding your voice to building a format that lasts, Brice shared insights from 20 years of experience creating audiovisual content for international networks.

Thank you for this powerful contribution to the programme.

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Day 2 at KESSA.Let’s Talk AI: Once Upon a Prompt.With Zouhair Yata, Editor in Chief of La Nouvelle Tribune, General Dire...
25/03/2026

Day 2 at KESSA.

Let’s Talk AI: Once Upon a Prompt.

With Zouhair Yata, Editor in Chief of La Nouvelle Tribune, General Director of Ad’hoc Agency and Story School expert in digital and AI, Ikram Chairi, PhD in Machine Learning at UM6P, and Mehdi Ghissassi, Head of Product Management at DeepMind, the conversation moved into new territory — where storytelling meets algorithms.

AI is not just a tool. It is reshaping how narratives are imagined, created, and experienced.

Thank you to our speakers for sharing their insights and opening new perspectives for the KESSA community.

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Day 2 at KESSA.We were honored to welcome , CEO of and Founder of , for an inspiring conversation.A powerful and afro...
25/03/2026

Day 2 at KESSA.

We were honored to welcome , CEO of and Founder of , for an inspiring conversation.

A powerful and afro-optimistic vision of Africa — driven by growth, resilience, and a strong commitment to youth and artists across the continent.

Thank you for sharing your perspective and energy with the KESSA community.

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Another moment from Day 2.A session with Habyba THIERO , CEO of Africa Currency Network and Founder of , exploring how ...
24/03/2026

Another moment from Day 2.

A session with Habyba THIERO , CEO of Africa Currency Network and Founder of , exploring how design shapes stories and builds immersive African storyworlds.

A conversation at the intersection of creativity, identity, and impact.

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Day 2 at KESSA.The day opened with a first session dedicated to deconstructing dominant narratives, led by Hakim El Karo...
24/03/2026

Day 2 at KESSA.

The day opened with a first session dedicated to deconstructing dominant narratives, led by Hakim El Karoui, Story School Expert & Founding Partner of Volentia , setting the tone for deeper reflection and new perspectives.

From there, conversations unfolded, connections strengthened, and ideas continued to take shape.

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Day 1 at KESSA ✨A warm welcome to the entire KESSA cohort — an exciting week kicking off at the UM6P campus in Rabat 🚀Fr...
24/03/2026

Day 1 at KESSA ✨

A warm welcome to the entire KESSA cohort — an exciting week kicking off at the UM6P campus in Rabat 🚀

From first encounters to inspiring conversations and shared energy, this opening day set the tone: a vibrant space dedicated to storytelling, perspectives, and African narrative.

From welcoming moments to deep exchanges, this first chapter is about connecting with something both personal and collective: memory, culture, and a vision for the future.

Storytellers come to explore their voice, challenge narratives, and create stories that matter. Our ambition is clear : To help storytellers shift perspectives, not just tell stories.

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