Sulaiman al-Issa

Sulaiman Bin Mohammed al-Issa (1946- 2012) was a broadcaster and media advisor. He is considered one of the most prominent media figures to have appeared on Saudi television. He worked as an advisor at the Royal Court and was known for broadcasting Royal Orders and important news. He presented numerous television shows, including 'With People' show, which aired for twenty-five years.

Sulaiman al-Issa was born in Taif City and received his primary to secondary education in the capital, Riyadh. He completed his university education and obtained a bachelor's degree in History from the College of Arts at King Saud University. He began his media career by writing for newspapers and also collaborated with television to present a youth sports show. After that, he officially joined television in 1971 and appeared in numerous television activities, presenting a variety of programs, including the talk show 'With People', which conveyed the challenges and difficulties faced by citizens to officials. He also commentated on football matches.

Sulaiman al-Issa was known for broadcasting Royal Orders in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, reading news bulletins, important decisions, statements, and sessions of the Council of Ministers. Al-Issa was present at official openings, events, and local projects.

Sulaiman al-Issa worked as an editor and writer for al-Jazirah Newspaper, where one of his notable contributions was 'al-Jazirah with Them' page, which ran for eight months. After that, he presented the 'On the Margins' column in the same newspaper. He held the position of media advisor for programs, chief executive officer, and supervisor of broadcasters. He was known for commentating on final matches sponsored by kings, as well as matches of the Saudi national team in regional and continental tournaments. He accompanied official delegations in the Kingdom as part of the media team. He was appointed as an advisor to the Royal Court with an excellent rank.
Sulaiman al-Issa also wrote for numerous local newspapers and published several books, including Min Mada'in al-Aql (From The Cities of the Mind), Nasmat taht wasayid al-Layl (Breeze Under the Pillows of Night), and Khalidun bidumoo' al-Huzn (Forever with Tears of Sadness).