The date for the 28th Galawezh International Festival has been announced. Following a meeting of its high committee, the Galawezh Cultural Center decided to hold
The 5th Slemani International Film Festival has come to an end. During the closing ceremony, several awards were given to outstanding films and artists. The
Tonight, Dr. Haval Abubaker, Governor of Slemani, participated in the Jamal Nebez Golden Pen Award ceremony in the Sharif Pasha Hall in the Slemani Governorate
The 5th Slemani International Film Festival officially has began in Slemani, highlighting the theme of “Kurdish Culture and the Mother Tongue.” Over the coming days,
The novel (The Last Pomegranate Tree) by the prominent and talented Kurdish and international writer and novelist Bachtyar Ali, which was selected as one of
Hungarian novelist László Krasznahorkai has been awarded the 2025 Nobel Prize in Literature. Born in 1954 in Gyula, Hungary, Krasznahorkai is known for his long,
Today, Dr. Haval Abubaker, Governor of Slemani, received the prominent international Kurdish artist Mr. Bahaydn. During the meeting, they discussed Mr. Bahaydn’s unique works, projects,
International Translation Day reminds us how words travel beyond borders.This week, Slemani UNESCO City of Literature is joining hands with 13 other Cities of Literature
International Translation Day reminds us how words travel beyond borders.This week, Slemani UNESCO City of Literature is joining hands with 13 other Cities of Literature
International Translation Day reminds us how words travel beyond borders.This week, Slemani UNESCO City of Literature is joining hands with 13 other Cities of Literature
International Translation Day reminds us how words travel beyond borders.This week, Slemani UNESCO City of Literature is joining hands with 13 other Cities of Literature
International Translation Day reminds us how words travel beyond borders.This week, Slemani UNESCO City of Literature is joining hands with 13 other Cities of Literature
International Translation Day reminds us how words travel beyond borders.This week, Slemani UNESCO City of Literature is joining hands with 13 other Cities of Literature
This year’s fair is exceptional. Local and international publishing houses are participating more extensively and diversely in the 7th round of the Slemani International Book
International Translation Day reminds us how words travel beyond borders.This week, Slemani UNESCO City of Literature is joining hands with 13 other Cities of Literature
International Translation Day reminds us how words travel beyond borders.This week, Slemani UNESCO City of Literature is joining hands with 13 other Cities of Literature
International Translation Day reminds us how words travel beyond borders.This week, Slemani UNESCO City of Literature is joining hands with 13 other Cities of Literature
International Translation Day reminds us how words travel beyond borders.This week, Slemani UNESCO City of Literature is joining hands with 13 other Cities of Literature
International Translation Day reminds us how words travel beyond borders.This week, Slemani UNESCO City of Literature is joining hands with 13 other Cities of Literature
International Translation Day reminds us how words travel beyond borders.This week, Slemani UNESCO City of Literature is joining hands with 13 other Cities of Literature
International Translation Day reminds us how words travel beyond borders.This week, Slemani UNESCO City of Literature is joining hands with 13 other Cities of Literature
International Translation Day reminds us how words travel beyond borders.This week, Slemani UNESCO City of Literature is joining hands with 13 other Cities of Literature
Today, Dr. Haval Abubaker, Governor of Slemani, participated in the opening of the library of teacher and writer Salam Manmi at the Slemani Educational Museum.
Dr. Haval Abubaker, the Governor of Slemani, welcomed the esteemed board of directors of the Slemani International Film Festival. The festival is scheduled to be
Today, the first international Kurdish Studies Forum began in Slemani, organized by the Kashkul Group of the American University of Iraq – Slemani. Slemani UNESCO
Voice Notes is an international creative project that gathers phone messages from young refugees and asylum seekers, transforming them into a powerful sound installation. The
Today, the third edition of (Kurdish Folktales) was completed. with the aim of introducing Kurdish Folktales as a part of our culture and heritage.It is worth
Dr. Haval Abubaker attended in the opening of the Sherko Bekas Museum. He shared the congratulations and support of the Slemani Governorate, thanked everyone who
Taif UNESCO City of Literature, is announcing a residency program for novelists from other UNESCO Cities of Literature, to be held from November 28th to
Kashkul, the Center for Arts and Culture at the American University of Iraq, Slemani, will host the inaugural Kurdish Studies Forum (KSF) from September 25–27,
Dr. Haval Abubaker, Governor of Slemani received the Kashkul Group from the American University of Iraq/Slemani at the Governorate’s Office. The group consisted of Dr.
the Namdar Qaradaghi Music Learning Center in Slemani held a melody composition and music distribution competition at the Art Building. The event featured exceptional performances
Participation of the Sulaymaniyah Literary Office in literary and cultural seminars and discussions within the various activities of the UNESCO Literary Conference in Ljubljana, the
From September 8th to 12th, 2025, the annual conference of the UNESCO Creative Cities of Literature Network will be held in Ljubljana, the capital of
A competition for musical composition, arrangement, and orchestra conducting by the students of the academy. Additionally, several original Kurdish songs will be performed by our
Kurdish painter Yasin Hassan has been awarded by NMM ART & Luiza Gallery in Spain.
With the participation of a large number of professors, doctors, university lecturers, citizens, and various researchers from society, the debate Standard Kurdish Language: Achievements, Opportunities,
Today, under the supervision and presence of Mr. Hama Hama Saeed, Minister of Culture and Youth, Dr. Haval Abubakir, Governor of Slemani, participated in the
Under the patronage of H.E. Mohammad Saeed Ali The Ministry of Culture and Youth The Second International Scientific Conference Genocide of the Kurds Its Reflection
A poetry book by the Kurdish poet Abdullah Pashew has been published in Helsinki, Finland. A number of his poems have been translated into Finnish.
Zheen center thanks the governor of Slemani and the Purchase Committee for their continuous support and commitment in building shelves for Kurdistan National Archive.
Debate: Standard Kurdish Language: Achievements, Opportunities, and Challenges Date: 1 September 2025 Day: Monday Time: 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM Venue: Slemani – Vim Foundation
Slemani UNESCO City of Literature was hosted by Kurdsat Magazine to discuss the Inkubator Programme, a virtual space for writers established in collaboration with Melbourne.
Today, Dr. Haval Abubakir, Governor of Sulaimani, attended the screening of the film Residents of Lost at Salim Cinema. The film, a commendable production, was
Dr. Haval Abubakir, Governor of Slemani, attended a literary and artistic ceremony held in honor of distinguished writers who have contributed through their services, donations,
Today, Governor of Slemani Dr. Haval Abubakir, in the presence of the governors of Sharbazher and Mawat and the Director General of Tourism of Slemani
Slemani Governor Dr. Haval Abubakir attended the mourning and tribute ceremony honoring the talented teacher and artist Mr. Lala Abda, organized in coordination with the
The Bucheon City of Literature office is delighted to accnounce the launch of the 2025 Bucheon Residency Program, open to writers, poets, translators, graphic novelists
On 12 June 2025, the Coordinator of Slemani UNESCO Creative City met online with Ms. Denise Bax, Secretary of the UNESCO Creative Cities Network (UCCN),
Poetry is a powerful act of resistance, resilience and cultural revival. PEN International’s 5th Video Poem Marathon now features over 260 poems in 160 languages,
