Over 100,000 Visitors Attend Al-Jouf International Olive Festival

Photo by SPA
Photo by SPA
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Over 100,000 Visitors Attend Al-Jouf International Olive Festival

Photo by SPA
Photo by SPA

The 18th Al-Jouf International Olive Festival has attracted more than 100,000 visitors over the past five days, including attendees from both within and outside the Kingdom.

Organized by the Municipality of Al-Jouf Region at the Prince Abdullah Cultural Center in Sakaka, the festival offers a range of activities designed to enrich visitors’ experiences. These include Olive Kitchen, Olive Gallery, Oliva Park, and areas for productive families, SPA reported.

The event has become a key attraction for olive enthusiasts, producers, and experts on local, regional, and international levels.
Chief Executive Officer of the festival Omar bin Abdulaziz Al-Hamwan announced that the festival will continue until January 12.



ALECSO Highlights Importance of Education on Arab Literacy Day

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The Arab League Educational, Cultural and Scientific Organization (ALECSO) logo
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ALECSO Highlights Importance of Education on Arab Literacy Day

The Arab League Educational, Cultural and Scientific Organization (ALECSO) logo
The Arab League Educational, Cultural and Scientific Organization (ALECSO) logo

The Arab League Educational, Cultural and Scientific Organization (ALECSO) has convened a symposium in Tunis on comprehensive education and socio-economic inclusion to mark Arab Literacy Day, observed annually on January 8.

ALECSO Director-General Mohamed Ould Amar delivered a speech highlighting the serious impact of illiteracy on both individuals and society. He underscored the need for collaboration to tackle this issue, called for a revision of national literacy and adult education strategies to align with global developments, and advocated for a new approach that prioritizes lifelong learning.