Riyadh and Al-Yamamah lead paper decline
The Al Yawmiyah Publishing Corporation announced that the Riyadh Newspaper and Al Yamamah Magazine will cease their print editions. The last printed issues are scheduled to be published on August 24, 2026, marking the end of a journey that began in 1965. This decision comes as part of the rapidly accelerating digital transformation in Saudi Arabia's media industry, where reliance on print newspapers has declined in favor of digital platforms that provide instant updates and greater interaction with readers. Some Saudi newspapers had already discontinued their print versions prior to this, such as Ash-Shams in 2012, as well as Al Nadi and Ash-Sharq. Additionally, several other publications have completely ceased their print editions in recent years to strengthen their digital presence and develop their online platforms, reflecting the Kingdom's broader move towards greater dependence on electronic media.
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