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Broadcast Pro
03-07-2025
- Business
- Broadcast Pro
Viory expands outreach with new deals across Africa and Arab nations
The partnerships aim to strengthen cross-border media collaboration across Africa and the Arab world through content exchange, technological integration, and knowledge sharing. Viory, the video news agency focused on the Global South, has strengthened its presence across Africa and Arab-speaking countries by forging new alliances with leading regional media organisations. At the 25th Arab Radio and Television Festival hosted by the Arab States Broadcasting Union (ASBU) in Tunisia, Viory signed Memoranda of Cooperation with Agence Tunis Afrique Presse (TAP) and the O.I.C States Broadcasting Union (OSBU). These collaborations reinforce Viory's commitment to building cross-regional bridges between Africa, the Middle East, Asia and the broader Global South. TAP and OSBU are key players in developing regional media landscapes, and their collaboration with Viory underscores a shared commitment to content exchange, mutual growth, and technological advancement. Through its partnership with TAP, Viory plans to facilitate content sharing and joint projects that will enrich national media ecosystems and deepen understanding of local markets and cultural contexts. The agreement also establishes a framework for sharing knowledge and raising journalistic standards to meet the demands of the digital era. The newly formed alliance with OSBU, a network of broadcasting organisations representing O.I.C member states, will give Viory access to an extensive array of media outlets. This strategic collaboration is designed to enhance cross-border content distribution and foster cooperation on a broader scale across the Islamic world. Zulayho Siddikova, General Manager of Viory, said: 'These new partnerships with Agence Tunis Afrique Presse and the O.I.C States Broadcasting Union are instrumental to Viory's ambitious outreach into Arab world, African region and beyond. Following our successful Memorandum of Cooperation signing with the Ethiopian Broadcasting Corporation, these latest agreements reinforce our dedication to building a strong network of media partners across the Global South.' Siddikova added: 'We are excited to leverage these collaborations to deliver innovative solutions and high-quality content that empowers local media and connects communities.' Together, the new partnerships highlight Viory's expanding role as a cross-regional connector in today's multilingual and multicultural media environment.
Kuwait Times
29-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Kuwait Times
Kuwait wins 4 awards at Arab Radio and Television Festival
TUNIS/KUWAIT: Kuwait's ministry of information celebrated a major achievement at the 25th Arab Radio and Television Festival, held in Tunis from June 23 to 26, taking home four prestigious awards. Minister of Information and Culture and Minister of State for Youth Affairs Abdulrahman Al-Mutairi expressed pride in Kuwait Television's performance, which he described as a reflection of the country's cultural and media identity and a testament to the creativity and dedication of Kuwaiti media professionals. He congratulated the teams behind the winning programs — including editors, presenters, technicians, and administrators — praising their commitment to quality and professionalism. 'These achievements reflect the ministry's policy to support and develop national media production,' Al-Mutairi said, adding that Kuwait remains committed to fostering responsible, balanced, and ethical media that aligns with the country's future vision. TUNIS: Award winners at the 25th Arab Radio and Television Festival. - KUNA photos Kuwait TV earned two gold awards (first place) for the program Kuwaiti Nights in the entertainment and artistic evenings category, and for Afanin Linguistic in the television cultural programs category. In addition, the channel received two second-place awards in the Television Program Exchange and Comprehensive Program Exchange competitions. The festival, organized by the Arab States Broadcasting Union since 1969, was held under the slogan 'Space for Convergence and Creativity' and included a range of events across Tunis and Hammamet. These featured an international media exhibition, a program market with participation from around 80 media institutions, and professional seminars focused on Arab drama, artificial intelligence in media, and children's programming. The Palestinian issue figured prominently throughout the festival's panels and discussions, reaffirming Arab media's commitment to the cause. The event also saw the presentation of around 100 Chinese audiovisual works as part of the 'Media City Program,' signaling deeper cooperation between Arab and Chinese media sectors. The opening ceremony took place at the historic Carthage Theater, attended by Tunisian Minister of Culture Amina Sarrarfi and ASBU President Mohammed Al-Harthi. The festival concluded with a grand performance titled The Horse and the Night at the Opera Theater in Tunis. This year's session, chaired by Saudi Arabia's Radio and Television Authority, added depth and diversity to the festival's programming and boosted its regional and international presence. — KUNA
Observer
28-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Observer
Oman wins 6 awards at Tunis Arab Radio & TV Festival
TUNIS: The Sultanate of Oman, represented by the Ministry of Information, swept six prizes at the 25th Arab Radio and Television Festival in Tunis. Oman Radio earned two golds for 'Shadows of Mercy,' a biographical series on legendary charitable figures and for its youth-focused tech programme exploring virtual reality career paths. Both shows were presented by Khaled al Salami and directed by Asaad al Raisi, with production teams led by Khaled al Hajri (Shadows of Mercy) and Anas al Mashfiri and Khaled al Bada'i (Youth Tech). A Silver Award went to 'Majra' in the Science category. Produced by Ahmed al Kalbani and directed by Asaad al Raisi, the series examines AI's transformative role across the environment, energy and economy. The documentary 'Without Identity,' produced by Anas al Mashfiri and directed by Mohammed al Shamli, also took silver for its hard-hitting investigation into human trafficking and organ smuggling. In the Arab Song Competition, the ballad 'Mawtan Al Jalal' (lyrics by Hisham al Saqri; composition by Asaad al Raisi; vocals by Abdul Hamid al Kiyumi) claimed second place. The Sultanate of Oman TV won silver for 'Ramsa,' a talk show produced by Mohammed al Dhabouni, hosted by Fahd al Mashaykhi and directed by Saeed Taman. — ONA
Qatar Tribune
28-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Qatar Tribune
Qatar Media Corporation wins six gold awards at 2025 Arab Radio and Television Festival in Tunisia
DOHA: The Qatar Media Corporation (QMC) achieved a remarkable accomplishment by winning six gold awards at the 25th Arab Radio and Television Festival, which concluded in the City of Culture in the Tunisian capital. This unprecedented accolade affirms the organisation's commitment to quality media content and strengthening its Arab presence. In this context, Qatar TV and Radio were crowned with these golden awards, as Qatar TV won the golden award in the 'Comedy Series'category for the series 'Mordi and Daham 2', while the program 'The Promising Generation'won the golden award in the 'Children's Programs'category. The report 'Electronic Fraud'won the golden award in the 'News Report'category, while the documentary film 'Gaza Nightmare'won the golden award in the category of television films and documentaries on the Palestinian cause. Qatar Radio won two gold awards;the first in the 'Scientific Programs and Artificial Intelligence'category for the 'Push Button'program. The radio also won the second gold award in the 'Awareness'category for the 'Will'program, which focused on respecting one's neighbours. In this context, Acting CEO of the Qatar Media Corporation HE Sheikh Khalid bin Abdulaziz bin Jassim Al Thani, congratulated Qatar Radio and Television on winning six gold awards at the 25th Arab Radio and Television Festival in Tunisia. In a post on his official X account, he affirmed that this achievement embodies the excellence of Qatari media and reflects the efforts of his colleagues in providing high-quality media content. He wished everyone success and looked forward to achieving further successes. For his part, Director of Qatar TV Ali Saleh Al Sada said: "We are proud of this great achievement, which reflects Qatar TV's presence in the Arab media landscape and demonstrates the quality of production, the distinction of the media message we convey, and the extent of the effort expended." Al Sada pointed out that winning several gold awards at the Arab world level did not come out of nowhere, but rather is the result of a clear media strategy and a national vision that keeps pace with new developments. He expressed his gratitude to all colleagues who worked diligently to achieve this distinction, and his hope for further successes that befit the name of Qatar, its media, and Qatar TV in particular. For his part, Director of Qatar RadioMohammed Nasser Al Mohannadi said that Qatar Radio's winning of several gold awards at the 2025 Arab Radio and Television Festival is the culmination of a media strategy and a well-informed message. He noted that this achievement represents a tribute to the level of institutional work within the Qatar Media Corporation, which combines planning, creativity, and teamwork. Al Mohannadi considered this win the fruit of the integration of roles within the institution and the outcome of a supportive and stimulating work environment for innovation and media excellence. He emphasized that Qatar Radio will continue to deliver its media mission with high quality and sophisticated content, and is committed to ensuring that its voice remains honest and a vibrant voice for all that matters to society, influencing both the local and regional levels. It's worth noting that the Qatar Media Corporation also won two awards at the Radio and Television Exchange Awards, both for Qatar Radio and Qatar Television. This brings the total number of awards won by the Qatar Media Corporation this year to eight, as part of its participation in the 2025 Arab Radio and Television Festival, achieving the largest number of awards in the history of its participation in the festival. The 25th Arab Radio and Television Festival was held in the Tunisian capital, Tunis, from June 23 to 26, under the theme 'A Space for Convergence and Creativity'. The festival is considered one of the most prominent annual events in the Arab world, and is organized by the Arab States Broadcasting Union with the aim of developing media production, honouring creators, and improving the quality of content. The festival also honors distinguished content on Arab radio stations and channels, and is an annual platform for celebrating Arab media creativity. It also encourages creative competition by organizing radio and television competitions between member states, and contributes to strengthening cooperation between Arab media institutions.
Arab Times
28-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Arab Times
Kuwait TV shines with four prestigious awards at Arab Radio and TV Festival
TUNIS, June 28: Kuwait's Minister of Information and Culture and Minister of State for Youth Affairs, Abdulrahman Al-Mutairi, expressed pride in Kuwait Television's achievement of securing four prestigious awards at the 25th Arab Radio and Television Festival, held in the Tunisian capital from June 23 to 26. In a statement to KUNA on Friday, Al-Mutairi extended his congratulations to the dedicated production teams behind the award-winning programs, including producers, presenters, technicians, and administrative staff. He praised their continuous creativity and commitment to delivering content that embodies Kuwait's rich cultural and media identity. Al-Mutairi credited the support of Kuwait's political leadership for enabling such accomplishments, emphasizing that the awards reflect the Ministry's strategy to foster and advance national media production. He reiterated the Ministry's commitment to promoting responsible, balanced media rooted in professionalism and ethical standards. He also commended the participating media teams for their distinguished performance at the festival and reaffirmed the Ministry's support for local talent, encouraging innovation and excellence to elevate the national media sector in alignment with the state's development goals. Organized by the Arab States Broadcasting Union under the theme 'A Space for Encounter and Creativity,' the festival witnessed broad participation from Arab media organizations. Kuwait TV earned two gold awards for its programs Kuwait Nights in the variety and entertainment category and Linguistic Arts in the television cultural program category. The broadcaster also secured two additional awards in the television program exchange competition.
