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
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 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.
Practical details
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Sources and further information
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- Carthage Comes Alive with Arab Art as Rahma Riad and Nassif Zeytoun Open Arab Radio and Television Festival tmo-mag.com.tn
- Kuwait: Kuwait: Information Ministry wins two awards at 26th Arab Radio and TV Festival www.gdnonline.com
- Information Ministry wins 2 awards at 26th Arab Radio and TV Festival Information Ministry wins 2 awards at 26th Arab Radio and TV Festival kuwaittimes.com
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