The SAJJEL 2 podcast competition launched by Anghami and the Literature, Publishing and Translation Commission is a literary podcast competition in Saudi Arabia. The second edition follows the first season and aims to discover Saudi talent in storytelling and cultural content creation.
The SAJJEL 2 podcast competition opened registration on February 16, 2026, for Saudi-based creators and literary enthusiasts. Participants will receive specialized training in audio, visual, and literary production to meet industry standards.
Competition Structure and Training
The competition provides a structured journey for participants. Creators will undergo training programs supervised by experts in audio and visual production. Moreover, the initiative connects emerging creators with cultural and media organizations to foster professional growth within Saudi Arabia’s creative economy.
The top five winners will receive cash prizes totaling over SAR 90,000. In addition, winners will receive support to produce their own podcast series in collaboration with Anghami. Specifically, winners can choose between producing 10 professional vodcast episodes or 30 specialized audio podcast episodes.
Partnership Goals and Vision
“The first season of SAJJEL revealed an incredible depth of talent among Saudi storytellers. For Season 2, we are expanding this platform to give even more creators the tools to bring their literary visions to life and reach a global audience through the power of Anghami.”
Eddy Maroun, Co-Founder of Anghami
Dr. Abdullatif Abdulaziz Al Wasel, CEO of the Literature, Publishing and Translation Commission, said the second edition continues the Commission’s efforts to nurture local talent. He stated the partnership with Anghami aims to harness digital technologies to serve Arabic literary content, reaching broader horizons that align with Saudi Vision 2030.
Platform Capabilities and Reach
Anghami operates as a multi-media technology streaming platform in the Middle East and North Africa region. The platform has over 120 million registered users and 2.5 million paid subscribers. Furthermore, Anghami has partnered with 47 telecommunications companies across the region.
The company joined forces with OSN+ in April 2024, forming a digital entertainment platform. Consequently, the platform now offers over 18,000 hours of premium video content, including exclusive HBO content, alongside 100 million Arabic and international songs and podcasts.
Registration and Future Outlook
Registration for the competition is available through the official website at www.sajjelpodcast.com. The partnership between Anghami and the Literature, Publishing and Translation Commission aims to build a digital infrastructure for the next generation of Arab creators. The initiative serves as a platform for preserving culture while driving innovation in the regional media landscape.
