Six participants have qualified for the finals of the ninth season of the Arab Reading Challenge, the largest educational initiative of its kind in the Arab world. Launched by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE, the challenge aims to foster a culture of reading and knowledge among future generations.
The finalists represent a selection of outstanding students from various Arab countries, including:
- Taghreed Mohammed from Egypt
- Reem Al Zarouni from the UAE
- Mohammed Jassim from Bahrain
- Bisan and Bilsan Kouka (the twins) from Tunisia
- Maryam Shamaakh from Mauritania
- Aisha Nazim from Iraq
These finalists are preparing for the concluding phase of the competition, where the title of the Arab Reading Challenge champion will be awarded based on public voting, reflecting their analytical skills, creativity, and ability to articulate the insights gained from their diverse readings.
The progress of these students to the final stage exemplifies the Arab Reading Challenge’s dedication to nurturing a generation of readers and innovators, contributing to the revival of the Arab civilization rooted in knowledge and learning, in line with His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum’s vision of integrating reading as a lifestyle in every Arab home.