Nominations Open for 2026 King Faisal Prize

Nominations Open for 2026 King Faisal Prize
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Nominations Open for 2026 King Faisal Prize

Nominations Open for 2026 King Faisal Prize

The General Secretariat of King Faisal Prize announced on Sunday it is now accepting nominations for the 2026 awards in five categories: Service to Islam, Islamic Studies, Arabic Language and Literature, Medicine, and Science.

King Faisal Prize Secretary General Dr. Abdulaziz Alsebail said the prize’s 48-year legacy is recognizing individuals and institutions who have made significant contributions to humanity.

According to Alsebail, for 2026, specific themes have been established for each category. In Islamic Studies: “Trade Routes in the Islamic World”; in Arabic Language and Literature: “Arabic Literature in French”; in Medicine: “Discoveries Transforming Obesity Therapeutics”; and in Science: “Mathematics”.

The Service to Islam prize remains an honorary award acknowledging exceptional service to Islam, Muslims, and humanity.

Nominations are open from September 1, 2024, to March 31, 2025, and can be submitted by academic and scientific institutions, as well as by research centers.



Cultural House Showcases Heritage at Najran Summer Festival

The Cultural House took part in the Najran summer festival which was organized by the Najran Municipality - SPA
The Cultural House took part in the Najran summer festival which was organized by the Najran Municipality - SPA
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Cultural House Showcases Heritage at Najran Summer Festival

The Cultural House took part in the Najran summer festival which was organized by the Najran Municipality - SPA
The Cultural House took part in the Najran summer festival which was organized by the Najran Municipality - SPA

The Cultural House took part in the Najran summer festival, organized by the Najran Municipality at Emirate Palace square in the Aba Al-Saud neighborhood.
The event featured a dedicated pavilion that offered visitors a rich cultural experience, showcasing authentic handicrafts and artworks by local artisans that reflected Najran’s unique heritage and cultural identity, SPA reported.
The initiative also highlighted the Cultural House’s commitment to empowering creative talents and enhancing cultural expression at public events.

The participation aligns with its broader mission to foster community engagement, promote cultural diversity, and support traditional crafts as a foundation of the creative economy.