Egyptian Student Mayar Othman Wins Arab Reading Challenge, Takes Home Dh500,000 Prize
By Dubai Currents Staff1 min read
Dubai: Mayar Othman, an Egyptian participant, has claimed first place in the Arab Reading Challenge 2026, earning a prize of Dh500,000. The award ceremony took place on Thursday, 29 October 2026, at the Dubai World Trade Centre.
Top Three Finishers
Ghazal Taim secured second place in the competition, while Rayan Al Zakri finished third. The event also recognised several other participants: Manisa Bilal, Khadija Boumlik, and Yasmin Abdulhamid were among those acknowledged during the ceremony.
Special Categories
Mahmoud Omran from Syria was honoured in the People of Determination category. Additionally, Sidi Amer Primary School from Tunisia received recognition at the event.
