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Saturday, October 17, 2026

AKHBAR Editorial

Mona Zaki Honored at Al Gouna Film Festival 9th Edition

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The Al Gouna Film Festival in Egypt inaugurated its ninth edition on Thursday with an opening ceremony held at Al Gouna Conference and Culture Center. Hundreds of filmmakers, actors, and industry figures gathered to launch the festival, with Egyptian actress Mona Zaki receiving recognition for creative achievement.

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Al Gouna Film Festival Ninth Edition — The Egyptian film festival launched its ninth edition on Thursday in the coastal city of Al Gouna. The opening ceremony drew hundreds of cinema professionals and artists for the premiere festival events.

Mona Zaki Creative Achievement Award — Egyptian actress Mona Zaki was honored with a creative achievement award at the festival's opening ceremony. The recognition marks her contributions to Arab cinema.

Coming Up:

The Al Gouna Film Festival ninth edition continues with film screenings, industry panels, and cultural programming across multiple days at Al Gouna Conference and Culture Center.

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