Dubai – The Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum Knowledge Foundation (MBRF) has launched the region’s largest, most comprehensive audiobook platform, “Masmoou.com”, through its educational arm, Qindeel Educational.

The platform was developed following directives from the Foundation’s Chairman His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, and offers a wide variety of e-books, audio content, and online material, covering various subjects and topics, all in a bid to spread knowledge across the region and the world.

The launch was announced at a press conference attended by His Excellency Jamal bin Huwaireb, CEO of MBRF, and Saif Al Mansouri, Director-General of MBRF Holding, in addition to representatives from the platform’s partners: Al Rawi Media, Kitab Sawti Co., Soundless Co., Qitaf Int. Co., Machina Communications Co., Rodian Co., and Booklava Ventures.

In its first phase, the flagship project will offer Arabic audiobooks, with content in foreign languages to be added at a later stage. The platform seeks to consolidate efforts that seek to spread knowledge and keep up with publishing trends. It will also work to encourage production of audiobooks, bringing together all cultural efforts under one roof. It also aims to preserve and promote the Arabic language, its authenticity, and heritage.