Expo Centre Sharjah announced that it is hosting the world’s largest single entry chef competition, the 22nd “Emirates International Salon Culinaire” from March 4-6 organized by Emirates Culinary Guild. Experienced master chefs from around the world will participate in this event, which is taking place for the first time in Sharjah and holding a special […]

Sheikha Bodour bint Sultan Al Qasimi, Head of Steering Committee of ‘Sharjah: Gateway to the Trucial States’, officially inaugurated the Visitor Centre, yesterday (Tuesday), at Majlis Al Naboodah, Heart of Sharjah. The new galleries present the serial nomination of cultural heritage sites that the Emirate seeks to include on the World Heritage List of the […]

Leading supermarkets and community malls brand, aswaaq, is unveiling its latest digital solutions during the 2019 innovation week in Dubai, including ‘Reach’ and ‘In Box’ store, which provides customers with a new, more convenient and intelligent shopping experiences. ‘Reach’ built on trust! Available in both English and Arabic, the smart phone app enables customers to […]

The Sharjah Investment and Development Authority (Shurooq) will be announcing exclusive business management updates and the latest behind its cultural and eco-tourism tourism profile at the 53rd edition of ITB Berlin, which will take place from 6-10 March. Shurooq will be among the top 10,000 companies and organisations from over 180 countries, who have confirmed […]

The International Government Communication Forum (IGCF) is to play host to legendary Roger Fisk, who will be speaking on the most effective means to influence human culture and inspire positive change in people’s behaviours, including campaigns based on behavioural analysis studies and psychosociology. The two-day proceedings of the 8th edition of the IGCF will be […]

Her Highness Sheikha Jawaher bint Mohammed Al Qasimi, wife of His Highness the Ruler of Sharjah and Chairperson of the Rubu’ Qarn Foundation for Creating Future Leaders and Innovators, has called on all Emirati youth and young residents (13–18 years) in the UAE to participate in the Sheikh Sultan Award for Celebrating the Spirit of […]

The International Government Communication Centre (IGCC), a subsidiary of the Sharjah Government Media Bureau (SGMB), has received a record 250 entry submissions for the sixth edition of the Sharjah Government Communication Award (SGCA). Launched in 2012 under the directives of His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Mohamed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of […]

Sahara Centre, Sharjah’s leading retail, dining, entertainment and leisure destination, brought unprecedented joy to lucky customer Preet Lulla, who won a luxurious Aston Martin Vantage and Manoj Kumar, winning a trip for two to the James Bond Museum in London, with 20 others awarded with Omega watches during the mall’s Spring Promotion ‘Leave the Ordinary […]

In the presence of His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, and Her Highness Sheikha Jawaher bint Mohammed Al Qasimi, Wife of the Ruler of Sharjah, Founder and Royal Patron of the Friends Of Cancer Patients (FOCP), the Pink Caravan Ride (PCR) breast cancer awareness campaign […]

Expo Centre Sharjah concluded its participation in Didacta – die Bildungsmesse in Cologne, Germany, one of the largest educational shows in Europe held from February 19 to 23, in order to enhance the ties with European partners, especially in the education sector and to promote for the International Education Show 2020 in Sharjah. Expo Center’s […]

In celebration of ‘World Thinking Day 2019’, the Sharjah Girl Guides (SGG) held a program for girls from various nationalities and age groups to develop their leadership skills and enhance their communication skills, on Thursday, February 21 at SGG building. The program was held on the ‘World Thinking Day 2019’ themed Leadership. World Thinking Day […]

His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi, Member of the Supreme Council Ruler of Sharjah, has launched the first edition of the “Sheikh Sultan Award for Celebrating the Spirit of Youth”, laying the foundations of a new platform that will celebrate and empower young people’s achievements, initiatives and skills. During the launch ceremony […]

Sharjah Ladies Club (SLC), has extended registrations deadline for the 6th edition of the annual Sharjah Ladies Run to February 28 due to the large numbers of entries received by the public. The UAE’s premier facility dedicated exclusively to nurturing women’s hobbies and capabilities has stated the large number of entries they continue to receive, […]

The Environment and Protected Areas Authority (EPAA) hosted a Harvest Season Program at the Islamic Botanical Garden Café recently with the participation of Sharjah Museums (Sharjah Aquarium). With workshops and contests aimed at EPAA staff, visitors and students, the program highlighted plants’ beneficial qualities by educating the target audience about harvest seasons in an innovative […]

Al Qasba hosted a special evening for media representatives in the UAE and their families to offer them a glimpse of the premier cultural, family-friendly and leisure destination. During their visit, they were treated to a musical production of the world-famous fairytale, ‘Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs’ at the Masrah Al Qasba Theatre. The show […]

Sharjah Airport has announced the expansion of the global network of destinations available to its passengers; Air India Express – Air India’s budget airline – has added Surat International Airport to its network to capitalise on the growth in demand for travel to this destination via Sharjah Airport. On February 16th, Air India Express started […]

SHARJAH, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES – February 18, 2019: Four Points by Sheraton Sharjah, part of Marriott International, celebrated its official opening with a ribbon cutting ceremony on February 17, 2019, marking the brand’s debut in the Emirate of Sharjah. With over 200 rooms the hotel is conveniently situated in the centre of Sharjah, providing easy access […]

Sharjah, February 17, 2019 – Al Qasba, Sharjah’s premiere cultural, family and leisure destination has revealed a packed 2019 events calendar, which promises the UAE’s citizens and residents a series of cultural, artistic and entertainment activities, festivals and workshops designed to cater to different age groups and nationalities. Khuloud Salim Al Junaibi, General Manager of Al […]

Sharjah, UAE, 17 February 2019 – Bee’ah, the Middle East’s sustainability pioneer, has joined forces with the Hamriyah Free Zone Authority (HFZA), the second largest free zone and industrial hub of the UAE, to successfully launch the first phase of a state-of-the-art Waste Permit Portal, the first of its kind in Sharjah. The advanced portal is […]

February 17, 2019 – The ninth edition of the famed Sharjah Light Festival, organized by the Sharjah Commerce and Tourism Development Authority (SCTDA), ended yesterday (Saturday, February 16, 2019). Held under the patronage of H.H Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, prestigious architectural landmarks of Sharjah were adorned […]

UAE, Sharjah, 16 Feb 2019: Hamriyah Free Zone is participating in the “Gulfood 2019” Exhibition in Sharjah, the world’s largest annual event in the Food and Beverage Sector where it will promote the investment advantages and services it offers to local and foreign companies. As it participates in the 24th edition of the Exhibit that […]

Sharjah, February 16, 2019 –The Sharjah Urban Planning Council, the council in charge of planning and overseeing urban and infrastructure development projects and initiatives in Sharjah, has recently announced a new initiative ‘Sharjah Architectural Design Guidelines’, which entails the development of a comprehensive guideline for the design of streets and public realm areas across Sharjah. […]

Sharjah, 16 February 2019 – Since 2012, experts in the field of government communication have been gathering every year in Sharjah, UAE, to discuss best practices and global success stories at the International Government Communication Forum (IGCF). Looking at how government entities can optimise communication strategies in their dealings with not just government institutions in the […]

Sharjah, 16 February 2019 – Sharjah-based cancer charity Friends of Cancer Patients (FOCP) launched the second edition of its annual Ana-vation School Championship at the University City Hall recently to raise awareness on paediatric cancers among the UAE youth. The four-month championship features 150 students, aged 11 and above, from fifteen participating schools, who will gather […]

Spreading its magic all over the city and promoting intercultural dialogue, the Sharjah Light Festival 2019 is captivating spectators at the University City Campus Avenue, Police Academy, University City Hall, Sharjah Book Authority, and the American University of Sharjah with light shows created by renowned international artists. The famed Festival this year is being held […]

Sharjah’s Hamriyah Free Zone Authority has announced its participation in Gulfood 2019, the world’s largest food and beverages trade show. Gulfood 2019, which will include the participation of 5000 exhibitors and 120 national pavilions, will be held during February 17-21 at the Dubai World Trade Centre. The authority’s participation in the 24th edition of Gulfood […]

Sharjah Media City (Shams) has revealed the names of the dream team that will take part in the Emirates Entertainment Experience. This project – the first of its kind in film and television production in the Arab world – was announced by Shams in collaboration with Arab Format Lab. A unique project, the Emirates Entertainment […]

Sharjah, February 10, 2019 – Through its sixth edition, the Sharjah Children Biennial (SCB), is changing the way children approach their art. Several months ago, this one-of-a-kind artistic platform in the region invited young artists all over the world to invent their version of the future under the biennial’s theme: ‘A Future as Big as Your […]

UAE, February 9th,2019: Under the slogan “Dream Small… It adds up”, the Ministry of Health and Prevention launched its media campaign as part of the “With You” Initiative, which started with the aim of encouraging the Emirati society to exercise by adopting a simple healthy life style. Under the campaign, the world’s shortest marathon “the […]

Humankind is decimating plant and animal species, with alarming consequences for the planet, as discussed by experts who gathered at the 20th edition of Sharjah International Conservation Forum for Arabian Biodiversity (SICFAB), which concluded on 7th February 2019. Organised by the Environment and Protected Areas Authority (EPAA), conservation experts and researchers who gathered at this […]

Under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Sultan bin Mohammed bin Sultan Al Qasimi, Crown Prince and Deputy Ruler of Sharjah, His Highness Sheikh Abdullah bin Salem Al Qasimi, Deputy Ruler of Sharjah, attended the awards ceremony for the Sharjah Economic Excellence Network Award 2018, which was organized on Wednesday night at Expo Centre Sharjah. […]

Under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi, Member of the Supreme Council and Ruler of Sharjah, His Highness Sheikh Sultan bin Mohammed bin Sultan Al Qasimi, Crown Prince and Deputy Ruler of Sharjah and Chairman of the Executive Council of Sharjah, attended the opening ceremony of the Sharjah Light […]