ElGrandeToto Makes History as First Moroccan Artist to Headline Souissi Stage at Mawazine Festival

For the first time ever, Moroccan rap is taking over Souissi, a stage traditionally reserved for global artists, with ElGrandeToto at the helm.

Fez– The Mawazine Festival: Rhythms of the World just dropped a major announcement: Moroccan rap star Taha Fahsi, better known as ElGrandeToto, will take the spotlight at the festival’s 20th edition.

And he is not just going to bring his fire beats to any stage – but the Soussi stage – traditionally reserved for global icons.

For Moroccan rap, this moment is more than symbolic, it’s seismic – both for Toto and for the entire Moroccan rap scene.

Taking to Instagram, ElGrandeToto couldn’t hide his excitement, calling his Souissi debut “a historic moment” for both himself and the culture he represents.

“Thank you to Mawazine for the trust. See you at Souissi, we’re about to make history together,” he wrote, setting social media ablaze.

Fans, fellow artists, and the broader music community flooded the comments with excitement, recognizing the magnitude of what’s about to happen.

Until now, the Souissi stage had been something of a fortress, exclusively showcasing international headliners. But this year, Toto is flipping the script.

ElGrandeToto had long pushed for a spot at Souissi, reportedly making it a non-negotiable condition for his participation.

In previous years, the answer was a polite but firm “no.” Fast forward to 2025, and not only has Toto secured his place, he’s officially opened the gates for Moroccan rap to be recognized on a world-class stage.

It’s a powerful signal: Moroccan rap isn’t just growing, it’s claiming its space at the table.

Adding even more energy to the night, ElGrandeToto will also join forces with Lavoine, a French rapper and close friend.

Their chemistry on stage is already proven, having lit up audiences together at past concerts. Expect an unforgettable set filled with energy, pride, and history in the making.