United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) Morocco said that Rayan, a 5-year old Moroccan who recently passed away after being trapped in a 32 meter well for five days, has become a symbol of childhood in Morocco.
UNICEF Morocco issued a statement on February 7 expressing its condolences to the family of little Rayan.
“This sad event demonstrated how Morocco, all stakeholders combined, faces the challenges that could affect its children,” the statement said.
UNICEF Morocco stressed that the mobilization of the public to save Rayan since the day he fell into the well shows the real importance placed by the country on protecting children’s lives.
In addition, UNICEF extended sincere thanks to the civil protection services, authorities, Royal gendarmes, and auxiliary forces who worked tirelessly to facilitate the rescue operation.
“As a new icon of childhood in Morocco and elsewhere, it is our duty to Rayan’s memory to make every effort to ensure that all children in the world are better protected and their rights to life, survival, and development better defended,” the statement added.
A number of security and logistical preparations were made ahead of Rayan’s funeral on February 7 to ensure a smooth event.
Rayan’s death sparked a wave of emotion in Morocco and abroad. Moroccans and foreigners alike offered their condolences to Rayan’s family.
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