Jawzjan Hosts Exhibition to Promote Afghanistan’s Cultural Heritage

A one-day exhibition titled “Towards Afghanistan’s Cultural Enrichment” was held in Jawzjan Province through the joint efforts of the Ministry of Information and Culture’s Deputy Ministry for Arts and Culture and the Jawzjan Provincial Department of Information and Culture.
The exhibition aimed to preserve Islamic values, raise awareness of Afghanistan’s authentic cultural and historical heritage, and support cultural and artistic activities.
The event was attended by officials from the Ministry of Information and Culture and other provincial government institutions, as well as poets, writers, university professors, artisans, athletes, and residents.
Mawlawi Saifuddin Motasem, head of the Jawzjan Provincial Department of Information and Culture, highlighted the importance of culture in society, noting that it forms the foundation of a country’s identity. He stressed that preserving cultural and historical heritage is essential to safeguarding that identity and passing it on to future generations.
Hafiz Mawlawi Saifur Rahman Muhammadi, head of the Ministry’s Public Culture Department, emphasized the need to expand opportunities for cultural activities and ensure that Afghanistan’s authentic cultural heritage is passed on to the next generation.
Muhammadi called on all members of society to uphold Islamic culture and preserve Afghanistan’s authentic cultural traditions. He also urged cultural activists, writers, and other literary figures to work alongside government institutions to help educate and guide young people in accordance with Islamic and cultural values.
He added that the Ministry of Information and Culture supports the development of cultural and literary activities by assisting writers with the publication of their books and articles.
The exhibition also featured handicrafts and artistic products created by local artisans. In addition, several writers presented scholarly articles exploring various aspects of cultural heritage and values.
28 Jumada al-Awwal 1448 
20 October 2026