About Us
GoDarija came from a simple observation—learning Moroccan Darija shouldn't stand in the way of connecting with Morocco's culture and its people. As a Moroccan who takes pride in my dialect and heritage, I wanted to make learning Darija more natural and engaging. That's what inspired me to rethink the way people learn it.
The Beginning
The journey began when I noticed a gap in language learning apps - while many offered Modern Standard Arabic, none truly captured the essence of Moroccan Darija, the heart of daily communication in Morocco. As a developer and proud Moroccan, I saw an opportunity to bridge this gap and make our unique dialect accessible to everyone.
Understanding the Challenge
Learning Darija presents unique challenges. Unlike textbook Arabic, it's a living, breathing language dialect that varies across regions and constantly evolves. Traditional learning methods often fall short in capturing its nuances, and the way it's actually spoken on the streets of Casablanca, Rabat, or Marrakech.
The Solution
I combined my technical expertise with my cultural knowledge to create something different. Working with native speakers, we recorded hundreds of authentic pronunciations. We designed lessons around real-life situations you'll encounter in Morocco. Most importantly, We focused on teaching Darija as it's actually spoken - not just how it appears in textbooks.
The GoDarija Founder
My name is Yassine Benkhay, a mobile developer, I handle the technical side of GoDarija, creating a smooth learning experience across all devices. To deliver the best learning experience possible, I collaborated with an experienced Moroccan language teacher who recorded the lessons, bringing authentic pronunciation and natural flow to every audio element.
Looking Forward
Today, GoDarija continues to evolve with its community of learners. Every feature I add, every lesson I create, and every improvement I make is driven by my vision: to help people not just learn Darija, but to understand and connect with Moroccan culture. I'm proud to be part of my users' journeys as they discover the beauty of our Moroccan dialect.
Join The Journey
Whether you're planning to visit Morocco, connecting with Moroccan friends and family, or simply curious about our dialect, I'm here to guide you on your Darija learning journey. I believe that language is the key to understanding culture, and I'm excited to help you unlock the rich world of Moroccan Arabic.