Translation helps the world appreciate Arab creativity

In recognition of Arab literary excellence and as part of its ongoing efforts to strengthen intercultural dialogue, the Sharjah Book Authority (SBA) has opened submissions for the 8th edition of the Sharjah Translation Award (Turjuman Award).

- Gulf Today, Staff Reporter

The award aims to amplify the global visibility of Arabic literature by encouraging international publishers to translate seminal works by Arab authors into other languages, thereby advancing cultural and intellectual exchange across borders.

With a total prize value of Dhs1.4 million, the Turjuman Award is presented to the best foreign-language translation of an original Arabic literary work. It reflects SBA and Sharjah International Book Fair's (SIBF) unwavering commitment to position translation as a key tool for promoting human dialogue and intercultural understanding, and for sharing Arab knowledge and creativity with the world.

Submissions are open until September 15, and the winners will be announced during the opening ceremony of the 44th SIBF edition. Further information on the eligibility criteria and application process is available via: https://sibf.com/en/awards?awardid=17