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Arab Radio and Television Festival

The 26th edition of the Arab Radio and Television Festival was held in Tunisia from September 21 to 24, 2026, under the theme "The Pulse of the Image and the Echo of the Future." Organized by the Arab States Broadcasting Union (ASBU), the four-day event gathered media professionals and artists from across the Arab world to showcase broadcasting achievements and discuss the industry's future.

Date
Sep 21-24, 2026
Status
Recently ended
Arab Radio and Television Festival

Event summary

Highlights

  • Musical performances by Rahma Riad and Nassif Zeytoun at the Carthage opening
  • Professional seminars on artificial intelligence and podcasting
  • Media technology exhibition and program market in Hammamet
  • Awards for excellence in documentary and family television programming
The festival commenced with a high-profile opening ceremony at the stage of Carthage, featuring musical performances by Iraqi singer Rahma Riad and Syrian singer Nassif Zeytoun. The program was designed to facilitate professional exchange, including a media technology exhibition and a program market hosted in Hammamet. Seminars throughout the event focused on emerging trends such as artificial intelligence in media, the growth of podcasting, and the development of tourism-focused content.

The closing ceremonies took place at the Opera House within the City of Culture in Tunis. These sessions featured artistic performances by a diverse group of Arab singers and the presentation of awards for excellence in various categories, including documentary, children's, and family programming. Notable winners included the Kuwaiti Ministry of Information, which received honors for its radio and television productions.

In addition to technical and competitive elements, the festival served as a platform to honor influential cultural figures. Awards were presented to veteran actors, filmmakers, and journalists from countries including Egypt, Kuwait, Syria, Lebanon, and Tunisia, recognizing their long-term contributions to the Arab media landscape and cultural memory.

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