Kosovo: Quran
Competition Qualifiers Conclude with Participation of 100 Contestants in the
Atmosphere of the Holy Quran

The preliminary rounds of the
local Holy Quran competition for boys and girls conclude today, Sunday, in the
Kosovan capital, Pristina. This marks the first edition of the competition,
which began on Friday, April 17, and runs until April 19, 2026, with the
participation of 100 male and female contestants, in a competitive atmosphere
reflecting a strong interest among young people in the Holy Quran and its
memorization.

The qualifying rounds were held
from April 17 to 19, 2026, at the premises of the Faculty of Islamic Studies.
The event is part of ongoing efforts aimed at serving and promoting the Holy
Quran globally, strengthening its presence in the hearts of younger
generations, and consolidating Islamic values.

The competition is organized by
the Ministry of Islamic Affairs, Dawah and Guidance in the Kingdom of Saudi
Arabia, in cooperation with the Islamic Community of the Republic of Kosovo, as
part of efforts to support Quranic programs and expand their reach across
different countries.

The contests witnessed notable
engagement from male and female participants, aged between 12 and 30, including
students from Quran memorization circles, Islamic institutes, and schools. The
competition aimed to discover Quranic talents, develop their memorization and
recitation skills, and refine their Tajweed proficiency.

The competition comprises three
main categories: memorization of ten parts (Juz’), five parts, and two parts of
the Holy Quran, allowing participants of different levels to showcase their
abilities in this Quranic gathering.

The event is scheduled to
conclude today, Sunday, with the final rounds and closing ceremony in Pristina,
attended by official and community figures, reflecting the significance and
importance of this occasion.

The competition comes as part of
efforts to serve the Holy Quran and promote it globally, enhance Quranic
programs, strengthen the connection of younger generations with the Book of
Allah, and reinforce the values of moderation in societies.

(Source: news websites)

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