Egypt Shines at Sheikh Zayed Book Awards 2025–2026
The Sheikh Zayed Book Award 2025–2026 announced its winners, with three prominent Egyptian figures—Mohamed El-Khest, Ashraf El-Ashmawy, and Nagat El-Sagheera—leading the cultural celebration.
🏆 The Sheikh Zayed Book Award revealed its 20th edition winners after a rigorous evaluation process, highlighting strong Arab intellectual and artistic presence.
🇪🇬 Egypt’s Strong Presence
🎓 Mohamed El-Khest
Won for the encyclopedic work “World Religions”, a six-volume academic reference promoting interfaith understanding.
📖 Ashraf El-Ashmawy
Awarded for his novel “Born at the Zoo”, a socially and psychologically rich narrative exploring Egyptian society.
🎤 Nagat El-Sagheera
Named Cultural Personality of the Year for her legendary artistic legacy and influence on Arabic music.
🌍 Global Diversity
Winners came from Germany, Iraq, Jordan, Morocco, UAE, and Egypt, reflecting the award’s international reach.
📚 Cultural Impact
The award received over 4000 nominations from 74 countries, reinforcing its global prestige.
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