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The 8th edition of the Atlas Workshops, the industry pillar of the Marrakech International Film Festival, concluded Thursday after five days of intensive meetings and development sessions. The event, dedicated to advancing projects from Morocco, the Arab world, and Africa, ran from November 30 to December 4. This year’s program assembled 350 film professionals from around the globe to focus on 28 selected projects from emerging talents. The lineup included 17 films in development and 11 in production or post-production, originating from 12 different countries. Participants, which also included 11…

The serene notes of the kanun, a traditional Turkish zither, filled the Théâtre des Régions on Wednesday evening, as virtuoso Aytaç Doğan delivered a captivating performance that bridged cultures and eras. The concert, a highlight of cultural diplomacy, was presented by the Embassy of Turkey in Tunisia in collaboration with the Ministry of Cultural Affairs. From the first delicate pluck of the strings, Doğan commanded the hall, weaving a sonic tapestry that blended complex Eastern maqams with contemporary Turkish arrangements. His program was a journey—transporting the audience from the nostalgic…

 The Sheikh Zayed Book Award (SZBA) has announced the longlisted titles in three key categories for its landmark 20th edition, kicking off the judging process for the 2025-2026 cycle. The award, administered by the Abu Dhabi Arabic Language Centre (ALC), this year drew a record-breaking pool of over 4,000 submissions from 74 nations. The Translation, Contribution to the Development of Nations, and Literary and Art Criticism categories mark the first longlists to be unveiled. Submissions spanned 21 Arab countries and 53 nations worldwide, with the Literature category attracting the most…

The Tunisian National Theatre has announced a significant cultural achievement, with three of its acclaimed productions selected to compete in the official program of the 16th Arab Theatre Festival. The festival, organized by the Arab Theatre Authority in cooperation with Egypt’s Ministry of Culture, will take place in Cairo from January 10 to 16, 2026. This triple selection spotlights the vitality and creative diversity of Tunisia’s contemporary theatre scene on a major regional platform. The chosen productions are The inclusion of these three distinct works underscores the National Theatre’s commitment…

The Museum of Late Roman and Early Christian Art at the Carthage-Dermech archaeological site reopened its doors on the evening of Wednesday, December 3, 2025, following extensive renovation works that began in April 2024. The reopening ceremony was attended by Minister of Cultural Affairs, Amina Srarfi, alongside scientific officials from the National Heritage Institute (INP), the Agency for Heritage Development and Cultural Promotion (AMVPPC), experts involved in the museum’s redesign, and representatives of foreign embassies in Tunisia. According to the new museum guidebook authored by researchers Nejib Ben Lazreg and…

In a joyous ceremony attended by prominent figures and filmmakers from around the world, the Doha Film Festival 2025 concluded by honoring global storytellers and emerging talents in its official competitions. The Grand Prize for Best Narrative Feature went to The City That Never Sleeps, while the Grand Prize for Best Documentary Feature was awarded to Baba and Gaddafi, marking a celebration of both local and international cinematic excellence. The closing ceremony was graced by His Excellency Sheikh Thani bin Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, Chairman of the Qatar Development Fund and…

The organizing committee of the 36th edition of Carthage Film Days announced on Monday, December 1, 2025, the official lineup of films competing in this year’s festival, which will take place from December 13 to 20. The selection includes entries across three main competitions: Feature Fiction, Feature Documentary, and Short Films. Among the highlights of the Feature Fiction Competition is the selection of “The Voice of Hind Rajab” by Kaouther Ben Hania. Feature Fiction Competition Feature Documentary Competition Short Film Competition Earlier, the festival’s organizing committee announced that the 36th edition will…

 The Red Sea International Film Festival (RSIFF) returns for its fifth edition under the banner “In Love with Cinema,” a motto organizers say captures the enduring spirit of the event since its inception. The festival positions itself as both a celebration of film and a pivotal platform for Arab and African cinema, operating in unison with the Mim Cinematic initiative from its historic host city, Jeddah. Launched just as the pandemic disrupted global culture in 2020, the festival’s journey has been one of resilience. Its inaugural physical edition was cancelled,…

The curtain fell on Saturday, November 29, 2025, for the 26th edition of the Carthage Theatre Days (Journées Théâtrales de Carthage, JTC), concluding a week-long celebration of theatre that filled venues across Tunis. The festival, which opened on November 22, featured a rich program spanning official competition entries, world theatre, Arab and African shows, Tunisian creations, and the socially engaged “Theatre of Freedom.” The closing ceremony, held at the Opera Theatre of the Chedly Klibi City of Culture and broadcast live on national television, blended artistry with recognition. The evening…