Newspapers are one of the best resources you can use when learning a language. By reading the very latest news you’ll expose yourself to the most relevant language, gaining an understanding through a range of Arabic speakers. Learning Arabic and want to know which newspapers to look for? We can help! Here are the best newspapers to help you learn Arabic.
Al-Ahram
Al-Ahram is one of the most comprehensive news sources you will find in Arabic. Founded in Egypt in 1875, this broadsheet first started out as a weekly publication but has grown into a daily newspaper with a daily circulation of around one million. Forefront on the landing page is a ticker-tape of images with the latest news — آخر الأخبار. Beneath this main image are three smaller ones with other important news stories of the day. And beneath these is reports and follow up — تقارير ومتابعات — showing older, or more developed stories.
Not sure you’re ready for the most up to date of news in Arabic? How about looking through the sections to find something of interest to you instead? Culture (ثقافة) is a great section, with everything from exhibitions by popular artists to thought pieces on historical events covered.
Sport (رياضة) will keep you up to date with events from around the world, and if you’d like a peek into what is happening in some of the places in and around Egypt then head to the Localities (محليات) section. These tend to be shorter articles that are perfect for those new to using newspapers as an Arabic learning resource.
