The club is dedicated to offering all the essential resources and support to foster the growth of the podcast industry in the Arab world and boost its global competitiveness.
Dubai Press Club (DPC) has announced the fourth edition of Dubai PodFest, the region’s premier podcasting event, set to be held on September 30, 2024. Under the patronage of H.H. Sheikh Ahmed bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Second Deputy Ruler of Dubai and Chairman of the Dubai Media Council, the event will coincide with International Podcast Day and will take place at the Dubai World Trade Centre’s Za’abeel Hall 5.
Dubai PodFest 2024 aims to gather leading podcasters, audio content creators, industry professionals and media figures from the Emirati and Arab world to discuss the future of podcasting in the region. The event is designed to deepen the understanding of the industry’s future needs, enhance the visibility of talented content creators, and drive the growth of the podcast industry in the Arab world amidst its global expansion.
Mahfoudha Abdullah, Manager of Dubai PodFest, said: “We are excited to host the Dubai PodFest for the fourth consecutive year. Dubai PodFest has quickly become central to the future of podcasting and the needs of audio content creators in the region. This further underscores Dubai’s pivotal role as a leading hub for future digital trends and a key player in the development of media and Arabic content. Dubai has emerged as an important hub in the global podcasting industry, which is experiencing remarkable growth, valued at billions of dollars.”
She added: “DPC’s strategy focuses on developing new media industries, with a strong emphasis on digital visual and audio content. Dubai PodFest is one of several initiatives we have launched, which reflects this focus. The existence and sustainability of podcasts rely heavily on robust capabilities and strong digital infrastructure. The Club is committed to providing all the necessary facilities and support to develop this industry in the Arab world and enhance its competitiveness globally.”
Abdullah also stressed the importance of DPC’s commitment to producing reports and studies on the podcasting industry, which provide essential insights into the market’s opportunities and challenges. As the largest annual gathering of podcasters and audio content creators in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region, Dubai PodFest 2024 underscores Dubai’s status as a key media hub and a centre for digital media innovation.
