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Press & Recognition · Taznakht, Morocco
Journalists, regional storytellers, and craft directories have documented the Iznaguen Women's Cooperative, the women behind TazRugs, and the living weaving traditions of Taznakht. Explore the original coverage below.
First One News
01TazRugs Cooperative: The Art of Moroccan Rugs Between Heritage and Creativity
The article profiles TazRugs as an active women-led craft initiative in Taznakht. It highlights handweaving skills passed between generations, Amazigh cultural symbolism, online market access, women's economic participation, and the preservation of local heritage.
H24Info with AFP
02Morocco: Berber Rug Weaving Endures Despite the Vulnerability of Women Weavers
This report examines the artistic value and economic realities of rug weaving around Taznakht. It quotes cooperative leader Safia Iminotras and identifies TazRugs.com as a direct online route created to help the cooperative reach buyers beyond traditional intermediaries.
SudEstMaroc
03The Aït Ouaouzguite Rug: A Beacon of the Art of the Women of Siroua
A detailed feature on Siroua wool, Aït Ouaouzguite weaving, and the women who keep the tradition alive. It documents the Iznaguen cooperative's founding in 2009 under Safia Iminetras, its direct control of production and sales, and its Morocco Handmade recognition.
SudEstMaroc
01Iznaguen Women's Cooperative of Authentic Rugs
This regional artisan profile introduces the cooperative, its 2009 founding, its women members from villages around Iznaguen, and its workshop near Taznakht. It links visitors directly to TazRugs and includes a video about local Aït Ouaouzguite rug weaving.
The Craftsmanship Initiative
02TazRugs appears in the international Artisans' Directory under natural dyes, natural fibers, and textiles, with Iznaguen, Taznakht, Morocco as its location. The directory states that listings are self-created and do not constitute endorsement by The Craftsmanship Initiative.
Annuaire Gratuit Maroc
03Iznaguen Women's Cooperative of Authentic Rugs – Taznakht
The Moroccan business directory lists the Iznaguen women's cooperative in Taznakht as a handwoven rug cooperative and links its online shop to TazRugs. Practical directory details may change, so the original listing remains the source of record.
Label STEP
04Label STEP's dealer profile presents TazRugs as the brand created by the Iznaguen Women's Cooperative to connect its craftswomen directly with international markets. It describes the cooperative's 2009 founding, its 16 women artisans, intermediary-free rug sales, fair remuneration, and handwoven pieces made with natural materials and Amazigh-inspired colours.