The 31st edition of the Salon International de l'Édition et du Livre (SIEL) opens on May 1, 2026, in Rabat, Morocco. This year's fair is particularly significant as Rabat has been designated by UNESCO as the World Book Capital for 2026, a recognition that enhances the event's cultural impact.
The program includes a meeting with Nobel Prize-winning author Annie Ernaux, a centenary tribute to Moroccan writer Driss Chraïbi (born 1926), and a homage to the medieval traveler Ibn Battuta. These events highlight the fair's focus on literary heritage and international dialogue.
SIEL 2026 brings together publishers, authors, and readers from around the world, with a rich schedule of conferences, book signings, and workshops. The fair runs until May 10, 2026, at the Parc des Expositions in Rabat.
