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Rabat Named World Book Capital for 2026

The logo of the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) is seen in front of its headquarters in Paris, France, October 4, 2017. REUTERS/Philippe Wojazer
The logo of the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) is seen in front of its headquarters in Paris, France, October 4, 2017. REUTERS/Philippe Wojazer
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Rabat Named World Book Capital for 2026

The logo of the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) is seen in front of its headquarters in Paris, France, October 4, 2017. REUTERS/Philippe Wojazer
The logo of the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) is seen in front of its headquarters in Paris, France, October 4, 2017. REUTERS/Philippe Wojazer

The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) has designated Rabat as the World Book Capital for 2026, following a recommendation from the World Book Capital Advisory Committee.

In a recent statement, UNESCO highlighted the Moroccan capital's commitment to fostering the book industry and encouraging reading through its 54 publishing houses; it also hosts Africa's third-largest international book fair.

Rabat aims to come up with various initiatives to improve access to books, bolster the local publishing sector, and advance literacy among all age groups and demographics, both nationally and internationally.

The statement added that the celebrations are set to commence on April 23, 2026, coinciding with the World Book and Copyright Day.

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Nasher Lends Strong Support to Culture in Saudi Arabia

Nasher participated in the Riyadh International Book Fair with several valuable publications - SPA
Nasher participated in the Riyadh International Book Fair with several valuable publications - SPA
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Nasher Lends Strong Support to Culture in Saudi Arabia

Nasher participated in the Riyadh International Book Fair with several valuable publications - SPA
Nasher participated in the Riyadh International Book Fair with several valuable publications - SPA

Nasher, the first publishing house affiliated with the Literature, Publishing and Translation Commission, is striving to give a boost to the cultural movement by launching and publishing its works during 2024, in a step that reflects the Kingdom's ambitious cultural vision and paves the way for a brighter future for literary publishing in Saudi Arabia, SPA reported.
Nasher participated in the Riyadh International Book Fair with several valuable publications, most notably three books about adventure tourism in the Kingdom, including the book "Al Dalila", which sheds light on six adventure routes in the Kingdom.
The book was published in cooperation with the Ministry of Culture and the Saudi Sports for All Federation, and targets travel lovers and adventure enthusiasts, as it highlights the heritage and natural sites in the Kingdom's regions.
It displays a barcode that gives access to data about each site, including hotels and services. It was designed in cooperation with Saudi Tourism Authority to attract more tourists.
The book gives a wealth of references to adventurers and camping enthusiasts. To ensure wider reach, Nasher is working on translating this book into several languages and displaying it in 25 countries.
Among Nasher publications is also the “Blue Kingdom”, a comprehensive guide for diving enthusiasts in the Red Sea, be they beginners or professionals, with a barcode detailing diving, and island locations.
In the book “Shdad”, photographer Ibrahim Sarhan took three years to document traditional camel races and Bedouin culture in Tabuk region.