Peace and Sport Council of Afghanistan Awards 2025 Peace Prize to Sediq Shabab
The Peace and Sport Council of Afghanistan has officially awarded its 2025 Peace Prize to Sediq Shabab a renowned singer, composer, and cultural figure from Afghanistan, in recognition of his long standing contribution to peace, unity, and cultural dialogue through music.
Sediq Shabab, originally from Panjshir Province, Afghanistan, is widely respected for using music as a platform to promote peace, cultural identity, and social harmony among people from Afghanistan both inside the country and across the global diaspora.
In addition to this honor, Sediq Shabab serves as an official Ambassador of Peace for the Peace and Sport Council of Afghanistan, a role through which he actively represents the Council’s mission of peacebuilding, social cohesion, and cultural understanding at national and international levels.
From Military Service to Music:
Before beginning his artistic career, Sediq Shabab served as a military officer in Afghanistan. Coming from a military family, he initially followed a path of national service. However, driven by a deep passion for art and cultural expression, he later chose to leave military life and dedicate himself fully to music. This transition from military service to artistic work has become a defining aspect of his personal journey and message of peace.
Musical Career and Cultural Impact
Sediq Shabab began his professional music career in the mid-1990s, releasing his early works on cassette tapes and CDs. Over the years, he has produced more than two dozen albums and singles, blending traditional music of Afghanistan with modern influences. He performs in Persian,Pashto, Uzbek, and Urdu, reflecting the cultural diversity of Afghanistan.
His songs often address themes of peace, love, homeland, sacrifice, and the human cost of conflict, making his work especially meaningful to communities affected by decades of war.
International Presence
Now based in Germany, Sediq Shabab continues to perform internationally at concerts and cultural festivals across Europe, Australia, and North America. His performances have played an important role in preserving the musical heritage of Afghanistan and strengthening cultural ties among people from Afghanistan living abroad.
Recognition and Legacy
The Peace and Sport Council of Afghanistan stated that the 2025 Peace Prize honors Sediq Shabab not only for his artistic achievements but also for his unique journey from military officer to Ambassador and messenger of peace through music. His life and work stand as a powerful example of how culture and art can contribute to reconciliation, understanding, and unity.
The Council praised his consistent efforts to represent the identity, culture, and peaceful aspirations of Afghanistan on the international stage.
