As part of the final preparations for the anticipated launch of the fifth international scientific conference, titled: "Scholars, Figures, and Landmarks of Libya: The Nafusa Mountains and Zuwara as a Model," the organizing committee of the conference held its regular meeting today, Tuesday (October 6, 2026), at the Sheikh Amer Al-Shamakhi Center in the city of Yafran.
The honorary president of the conference chaired the meeting, attended by the heads and members of the subcommittees (preparatory, scientific, and media), in addition to representatives of the sponsoring entities, to follow up on the latest arrangements and executive readiness.
The meeting included a discussion of several key items and topics:
Monitoring scientific affairs and the general program: final sorting of accepted research, and preparation of the abstracts booklet.
Logistical arrangements and reception: Mechanisms for welcoming guests and researchers at Tripoli Airport (Mitiga) and the land crossings (Ras Jedir and Wazzan), securing accommodation, hospitality, and transportation plans, and preparing conference halls in the city of Yafran.
Security coordination and conference security: Following up on security plans in coordination with the security agencies in the municipality of Yafran to facilitate the movement of convoys and secure the venues.
Accompanying Book Fair: Preparing the exhibition booth, and reviewing the list of publishing houses, scientific content, and manuscripts to be displayed.
Media coverage and visual identity: Approval of the final designs for printed materials and scientific bags, and coordination with satellite channels and media outlets to cover the conference activities.
A tour on the sidelines of the meeting
On the sidelines of the meeting, the attendees took a tour of the Faculty of Education in Yafran at the University of Zintan to closely observe the readiness of the halls and the logistical arrangements designated for the events. They were welcomed by the dean of the college, several faculty members, and staff who expressed their full cooperation to ensure the success of this scientific event.
These meetings and intensive visits by the organizing committee come out of their commitment to present a distinguished scientific and cultural event that is worthy of the status of Nalut University, the municipality of Yafran, and Libya's rich history.