A Historic Milestone for Morocco: Ibn Tufayl’s Medical Poem Recognized by UNESCO

In a proud moment for Moroccan heritage and intellectual history, UNESCO has officially inscribed the manuscript “Al-Urjūzah al-Tibbiyya” by the renowned physician, philosopher, and poet Ibn Tufayl into its Memory of the World Register.

As the university that bears his name, Ibn Tofail University proudly celebrates this recognition. The inscription reaffirms the university’s dedication to honoring Morocco’s scholarly legacy and promoting cultural and scientific contributions that have shaped human knowledge for centuries.

This international acknowledgment not only restores the place of Moroccan scholars in the global intellectual landscape but also inspires us to carry forward their legacy — with pride and responsibility — to the next generations.

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