Muhammad Alwan (73), a famous writer, cultural activist, journalist and former government official in Saudi Arabia, has passed away.
Born in 1950 in Abaha. In 1974, he graduated from the College of Arts, King Saud University, with a degree in Arabic literature. He was known as a novelist and story writer. Has published several books and collections of short stories. He was in charge of the cultural pages of ‘Alyamama’ magazine and ‘Alriyad’ newspaper for many years.
Regularly participated in literature clubs, art and cultural organizations and story evenings. Azir is a founding member of the Foundation for Press and Publishing. He started his career in the Saudi Ministry of Information. Gradually rose to Assistant Under-Secretary of Home Affairs.
His demise was mourned by many people in the literary and cultural fields. In a condolence message, Minister of Information and Communications Salman Al-Dosari said that writer Muhammad Ali Alwan left behind an impressive legacy of high morality and numerous literary works. It is a great loss to the media and the cultural community. We offer our deepest condolences to his family and friends,” the minister said.
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2023-08-31 17:30:36
