Mohamed Ajggag: A life journey finds expression in Hassani poetry

The life of Mohamed Ajggag is a testament to resilience, a journey marked by varied experiences that ultimately led him to Hassani poetry as a powerful medium for expression and memory. From his early education and work to administrative roles, periods of imprisonment, and unemployment, Ajggag's path has been shaped by life's unpredictable turns.

Born in Assa in 1958, Ajggag's formal education was cut short in 1973 due to financial hardship. He entered the workforce early, gaining practical experience in national recovery projects and various jobs. His meticulous work and organizational skills eventually opened doors to administrative positions, starting in 1977 with the auxiliary forces and later moving into territorial administration.

Ajggag's career in administration saw him integrated into the Ministry of Interior's general budget in 1982. He contributed to establishing administrative leadership in various locations before undertaking a year of training at the Center for Training Administrative Secretaries in Settat, where he excelled. Despite these professional achievements, his connection to Hassani poetry and the region's cultural heritage remained a constant.

This deep connection culminated in the publication of four poetry collections: "Sources from Hassani Poetry" (2005), "Echoes of Workziz and Bani in Hassani Poetry: Assa Breathes Poetry" (2012), "He Who Has No Shade is Unlucky" (2016), and "Tent of Heritage" (2018). His poetry delves into religious, social, heritage, and national themes, reflecting his environment, experiences, and the transformations that have shaped his life and memory. For Ajggag, poetry became a natural extension of his life, a way to process hardship and give meaning to his experiences.