As part of its parallel activities to the Cairo International Book Fair 2025, the independent Darna Museum, founded by the artist Abdel Razek Okasha, is set to host an exceptional literary evening on January 30th at 6:00 PM.

This evening will celebrate the outstanding literary and artistic contributions of Egyptian poet, journalist, writer, and translator Ashraf Aboul-Yazid, alongside Tunisian novelists Nesrine Moeddeb and Dr. Hanen Jennane. The event will be moderated by Dr. Hussein Abdel-Bassir, a creative novelist, renowned archaeologist, and Director of the Antiquities Museum at the Bibliotheca Alexandrina.

Honoring Ashraf Aboul-Yazid

In a statement about the evening, artist and novelist Abdel Razek Okasha wrote: "The evening will shed light on the remarkable journey of Ashraf Aboul-Yazid, who has built an illustrious international reputation through his exceptional efforts and creativity. Ashraf stands as a cultural ambassador for Egypt, leaving a profound impact on both Arabic and global literature.His literary career encompasses 44 books, authored and translated, many of which have been published in various languages, including English, German, Korean, Russian, Persian, Sindhi, Serbian, and Turkish.

Abdel Razek Okasha Added: “Among Ashraf’s most notable works are the novels Shamous, 31, Backyard, and The Interpreter, alongside poetic collections such as Memory of Butterflies , The Whisper of the Sea and A Street in Cairo. His travel literature includes works like A River on a Journey and A Caravan of Moroccan Tales. Darna Museum is proud to honor this creative figure in an evening that allows the audience to engage with his rich literary experience."

A Special Presence: Nesrine Moeddeb and Dr. Hanen Jennane

The evening will also feature Tunisian novelist Nesrine Moeddeb, returning for the second time to Darna Museum's audience, sharing her creative thoughts and narrative experiences. Joining her will be Dr. Hanen Jennane, a writer and university professor in law, whose contributions blend academic expertise with literary insight.

This evening offers a rare opportunity to listen to prominent creatives sharing their experiences and perspectives on literature and culture. The event reflects Darna Museum's commitment to fostering cultural dialogue and celebrating artistic and literary achievements.

The museum invited its friends and literature and art enthusiasts to attend this enriching evening, which provides a platform for meeting brilliant minds and embodies the museum's mission of nurturing creativity and promoting continuous cultural exchange