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Mohammed Abdu Yamani (1940-2010) was a writer and thinker, recognized as one of the leading intellectuals in the Islamic world. He served as the Minister of Media in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia in 1975, during his mid-thirties, making him one of the youngest Ministers of Media globally and the first Saudi Minister of Media to be appointed at such a young age. Prior to this, he was an undersecretary of the Ministry of Knowledge and a founder of King Abdulaziz University , where he also served as...

Taher Bin Abdulrahman Zamakhshari (1914-1987)  was a poet, media figure, and a prominent symbol of literature , culture, and media in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia . He significantly contributed to advancing Saudi culture and is considered a pioneer of contemporary children's literature, being one of the first to focus on this genre in the Kingdom. He began his career by launching the first radio program dedicated to children, earning him the title 'Baba Taher.' He was the founder...

Mamdouh Issa al-Muhanini is a Saudi journalist, the General Manager of al-Arabiyah and al-Hadath Channels, and a member of the Board of Directors of the Saudi Journalist Association. He started his journalistic career in al-Riyadh Newspaper , then joined Asharq al-Awsat Newspaper. Mamdouh al-Muhaini academic qualifications In 2004, Mamdouh al-Muhaini obtained a bachelor's degree in journalism from George Mason University, United States of America. Mamdouh al-Muhaini's professional lif...

The Poet of King Abdulaziz is Ahmed Bin Ibrahim al-Ghazzawi (1900 - 1981), a Saudi writer, poet, historian, and researcher. He was given the title of the poet of King Abdulaziz by King Abdulaziz Bin Abdulrahman Al Saud in 1933. He is considered one of the first generation of al-Hijaz writers and a pioneer of the literary Renaissance in the modern era. He was known for his journalistic writings and proficiency in the Arabic language. King Abdulaziz entrusted him with editing Umm al-Qura , and la...

Lama Ibrahim al-Shethry is a Saudi journalist, Editor-in-Chief of Sayidaty Magazine and al-Jamila Magazine, and Digital Content Director at Hia Magazine. She is also a member of the Board of Directors of the Saudi Journalist Association. Lama al-Shethry's academic qualifications Lama al-Shethry obtained her bachelor's degree in English from King Saud University , Riyadh  City, in 2002. She later obtained a Master's in Marketing and Communications from Middlesex University, Dubai...

Omar Noah Fallatah (Kadars) (1933-2002) was a pioneering Saudi musician and a song figure in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Nicknamed 'Omar Kadars', he played a pivotal role in establishing the modern school of Saudi music and introduced Saudi songs and composers to a wider international audience. His compositions form a significant part of Saudi music history. He mentored Mohammed Abdu and composed some of his most famous songs. Notably, Kadars was the first to compose and sing a song ...

Noor Osama Nugali is the Deputy Editor-in-Chief of Arab News and a member of the Board of Directors of the Saudi Journalists Association. Noor Nugali's professional life Noor Nugali began her career at the Saudi Ministry of Foreign Affairs , serving three years from 2014 to 2017. Then, she worked as a reporter and columnist for the Saudi Gazette and the English newspaper 'The National' in UAE. In 2017, she joined Arab News, and in 2024, she was appointed as Deputy Editor-in-Chief...

Ebrahim Bin Hamad al-Kazi (1925–2020) was a Saudi director, actor, and playwright. Al-Kazi was born in India and is one of its drama founders. He is one of the joint cultural icons between the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and India. He trained a group of Bollywood stars and was called the 'Giant of Indian Literature' and the 'Godfather of Indian Theater'. Al-Kazi founded a special theatrical group and established a theatrical library in New Delhi. He is one of the most influent...

Adhwan Mohammed al-Ahmari is the chairman of the Board of Directors of the Saudi Journalists Association, editor-in-chief of Independent Arabia, and the presenter of 'al-Madar talk show'. He began his journalistic career in the Saudi newspaper al-Watan, then worked in al-Hayat and Asharq al-Awsat newspapers. Academic qualifications He joined King Saud University in Riyadh and obtained a bachelor’s degree in marketing in 2007. He completed his postgraduate studies at New York Univer...

Tariq Abdul Hakim (1919 - 2012) is a musician, culture and art historian, and a pioneer ‎of the art movement in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. He introduced string instruments to Saudi ‎tunes and was named the “Dean of the modern Saudi song”. Abdul Hakim is considered the first ‎martial music artist, and the first Arab musician to receive the UNESCO International Music Prize. ‎Moreover, his music was the one to be chosen for all formal events and royal receptions.‎ Tariq Abdul Hakim...

Hamza Qublan al-Muzaini (born in 1944) is a Saudi academic, linguist, writer, translator, and a member of the Board of Directors of the Literature, Publishing, and Translation Commission. Early life and education He was born in al-Madinah al-Munawwarah, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, and was educated there until completing secondary school. He then joined Riyadh University's (currently known as King Saud University) literature college in the capital, Riyadh, where he obtained his undergradua...

Mohammed Hassan Faqi (1914 - 2004) was a journalist, diplomat, writer, poet, and literary figure. He is considered one of the pioneers of journalism in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. He wrote on history and philosophy and published numerous works and poetry collections. He received several commendations and literary awards. Life Mohammed Hassan Faqi was born and raised in Makkah al-Mukarramah. He received his education at al-Falah School, where he later graduated. He began teaching at an early ag...