(MENAFN- Mid-East.Info) Snapchatters can enjoy a wide range of Ramadan content this year by catching up on their favorite shows on Discover, and the best of Snaps on Spotlight across entertainment, drama & comedy series
Middle East: As people across the region look forward to the start of Ramadan this week, Snap Inc. has announced a fresh lineup of over 100 Ramadan shows and Creator content to be featured on Snapchat's Discover platform, bringing engaging and relevant content, from the region and for the region, to Snapchatters throughout the holy month. Snapchatters can also browse through Spotlight, set to showcase the best of Snapchat while helping people discover new creators and content in a personalized way this Ramadan.
Partnering with creators and media companies of all sizes and genres, there's a show for everyone this Ramadan. From home cooking episodes to the highly anticipated game shows and the unmissable Ramadan entertainment, drama and comedy series, Discover is the go to platform for the Snapchat community to view and share some of the most creative content from the region and beyond.
Among the content partners on this year's Discover lineup are Saudi Broadcasting Authority, MBC Group, Augustus Media, Rotana Media Group, 7awi Group, Dubai Media Inc, Alfan Group and more. Snapchatters can watch top shows from Saudi Broadcasting Authority's 'Netflorex', 'THAT' and 'Marahel', as well as MBC's highly anticipated show 'Tash Returns', 'Studio 23' and fan-favorite prank show 'Ramez Never End'. Snapchat's Discover will also be featuring an exclusive show from 7awi titled 'Madraset Banat Alyoum', a Ramadan comic show about the lives of three teenage girls in school.
Discover and Spotlight will also showcase shows and content from Creators, featuring both a local and global lineup. Snapchatters can enjoy content from Saudi legacy Creator Bader Saleh, to Ahmad Alzahabi's cooking show 'The Golden Balance', all the way to 'Muslim Girl', delivered by US-based award-winning creator empowering Muslim women's voices across the globe.
“This Ramadan, we are partnering with some of the region's most trusted media partners and fan-favorite creators to showcase a line-up of engaging content on Discover and Spotlight. We continue to see huge growth in Ramadan engagement year on year. In 2022, Snapchatters spent 31 percent more time watching Ramadan content than the year prior. We are excited to help our community discover new creators and content in a personalized way, giving them the chance to watch and share their favorite content that really captures the spirit of the holy month,” says Hussein Freijeh, General Manager at Snap Inc. in MENA.
“We continue to grow our audience with new local content with international production standards. Our target is to reach the Snapchat audience with vibrant, entertaining, and educational content that meets various and diverse interests,” said Mr. Mohammed Fahd Alharthi, CEO at Saudi Broadcasting Authority.
Snapchat's Discover platform features pre-moderated content from verified media publishers and creators. To view Discover shows, simply swipe right on the Snapchat app, search for the show you want to watch, and subscribe.
About Snap Inc.:
Snap is a technology company. We believe the camera presents the greatest opportunity to improve the way people live and communicate. Snap contributes to human progress by empowering people to express themselves, live in the moment, learn about the world, and have fun together. The Company's three core products are Snapchat, a visual messaging app that enhances your relationships with friends, family, and the world; Lens Studio, an augmented reality platform that powers AR across Snapchat and other services; and it's AR glasses, Spectacles.