International Book Fair 2024 in Madinah Unveils Online Guide for Cultural Program

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International Book Fair 2024 in Madinah Unveils Online Guide for Cultural Program

The Saudi Ministry of Culture logo
The Saudi Ministry of Culture logo

The International Book Fair 2024, taking place at the Islamic University of Madinah from August 29 to September 4 under the theme "The Book Is the Window of Life," launched an online guide for its cultural program.
Organized by the Literature and Authors Association under the supervision of the Ministry of Culture, the Madinah fair's cultural program stands out for its diversity and rich content, offering a wide array of intellectual and cultural activities tailored for diverse segments of society.
The cultural program features multiple panel discussions that bring together a curated group of thinkers and writers to examine contemporary cultural topics. Panels are centered around the cultural heritage of Madinah and strategies for its preservation, with titles such as "translation: a bridge of civilizations" and "intangible heritage in Madinah."
Furthermore, the program includes a series of specialized workshops on writing, publishing, and translation designed to refine participants' skills and nurture their creative talents.
Attendees can also anticipate a diverse range of lectures spanning literature, history, and sciences, along with several poetry evenings gathering poets from various Arab countries to promote constructive dialogue and foster knowledge-sharing and cultural exchange.



ICESCO and AWHF Explore Collaboration in Heritage Preservation in Africa 

ICESCO and AWHF Explore Collaboration in Heritage Preservation in Africa 
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ICESCO and AWHF Explore Collaboration in Heritage Preservation in Africa 

ICESCO and AWHF Explore Collaboration in Heritage Preservation in Africa 

Director-General of the Islamic World Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (ICESCO) Dr. Salim M. AlMalik held talks in Rabat on Tuesday with Executive Director of the African World Heritage Fund (AWHF) Albino Jopela, at ICESCO's headquarters.

Discussion focused on exploring avenues for cooperation in preserving and promoting heritage sites and cultural elements throughout Africa.

The officials discussed the prospect of formalizing their collaboration through a memorandum of understanding that would outline endeavors and future initiatives focused on preserving and enriching heritage.

ICESCO aims to register 1,000 historical sites and cultural elements on its lists by 2025.