The Expo Centre Sharjah announced its readiness to organize and host the first edition of the home furnishing exhibition “Furniture 360”, which will be held on December 11 – 14. Showcasing the widest range of products from fast-moving, high-volume items to high-end designs, at bargain deals, the inaugural home furnishing exhibition “Furniture 360” will bring […]

The Sharjah Chamber of Commerce & Industry (SCCI), represented by the Sharjah Exports Development Center (SEDC), has organised the UAE – Uganda Investment Forum in Kampala to discuss investment cooperation and explore opportunities of marketing local industries in Africa’s most promising markets. The Forum was held during the SEDC’s three-day visit to Uganda, which was concluded […]

Al Montazah Parks, Sharjah’s favourite theme park for family adventures, will honour the Spirit of the Union by showcasing the best of UAE’s culture and heritage during its 48th UAE National Day celebrations for three days, from December 1 – 3, with a series of traditional activities that embody the essence of the Emirati identity. […]

A four-member delegation from the Embassy of Spain in the UAE and The Islamic Library (AECID) in Madrid visited the Sharjah Public Library (SPL), a subsidiary of Sharjah Book Authority (SBA), on November 26, to discuss ways of working collaboratively in a bid to reach new audiences, and share and conserve resources. Luisa Mª Mora […]

Concluding day at the Sharjah Entrepreneurship Festival (SEF), saw Finyal Media, a production business which creates podcast content for young Arabs across MENA, win the 100K Competition, enabling them to invest in scalable product features and further improve their Minimum Viable Product (MVP). It is the first company in the Middle East to be creating […]

The Women’s Economic Empowerment Global Summit (WEEGS), held under the patronage of Her Highness Sheikha Jawaher bint Mohammed Al Qasimi, Chairperson of NAMA Women Advancement Establishment (NAMA), has opened registration for the second edition, slated to take place on December 10 – 11 at the Al Jawaher Reception and Convention Centre (JRCC) in Sharjah The […]

A new edition of the international Fringe festival – the world’s largest art and entertainment event – has been born in Middle East’s cultural heartland, Sharjah. Sharjah Investment and Development Authority (Shurooq) announced at a press conference Yesterday (Wednesday 27 November, 2019) that in a bid to offer the UAE’s multicultural community more choices to […]

The National Day Celebration Committee-Sharjah announces holding various National events in celebration of the 48th National Day anniversary, starting from Thursday 28th of November, until the 2nd of December. The first event of the celebrations will take part in “Sharjah’s National Park” on the 28th of November, including many different shows and open-air activities around […]

The Sharjah Airport International Free Zone celebrated today morning (Wednesday) the 48th UAE National Day with a grand gala, featuring a series of exciting activities, in the presence of HE Saud Salim Al Mazrouei, Director of SAIF Zone, heads of departments and staff members. Held at SAIF Zone’s head office, the ceremony involved traditional songs, dance performance […]

Leading global and regional voices championing the cause of gender equity and women’s economic empowerment will convene at the second edition of the Women’s Economic Empowerment Global Summit (WEEGS) to be held from December 10 – 11, at the Al Jawaher Reception and Convention Centre (JRCC) in Sharjah. WEEGS 2019 is being held under the […]

The Expo Centre Sharjah invited Kenya’s public exhibition sector and representatives of the Kenyan private sector to take part in the 16th edition of the steel and metal industry exhibition “SteelFab”, which will be held earlier in 2020. This came during the Centre’s participation in the SCCI’s fifth trade mission to Kenya and Uganda which […]

Al Qasba, Sharjah’s leisure, tourism and family destination, is getting ready to celebrate the 48th UAE National Day on 1 – 2 December with a packed art and cultural programme that will celebrate the country’s symbolic ‘Spirit of the Union’. The rich history of the United Arab Emirates will be at the heart of the colourful […]

The Sharjah Chamber of Commerce & Industry, SCCI, represented by the Sharjah Exports Development Center, SEDC, is taking part in the ‘Big 5 Show’, the largest trade fair in the Middle East for building materials, construction products, and solutions, which will be held at Dubai world trade center from November 25 – 28. the SCCI’s […]

Under the patronage and presence of Sheikha Bodour bint Sultan al Qasimi, the 2019 Sharjah Entrepreneurship Festival (SEF), organized by the Sharjah Entrepreneurship Centre (Sheraa), kicked off at the Expo Center, Sharjah, today. Set to run for two days, the third edition drew a crowd of 4000 attendees, brought together over 100 inspirational speakers and […]

Youth are the cornerstone of any nation’s development plan and their active contribution is not only necessary but also integral to the development process. Sharjah has adopted clear policies and strategic plans to empower its youth and develop their capabilities. Sharjah Youth (SY), an affiliate of Rubu‘ Qarn Foundation for Creating Leaders and Innovators, is one of the […]

The first edition of the Adventure & Camping Exhibition 2019 will kick off tomorrow Tuesday at the recently opened Expo Al Dhaid from 26th to 30th November 2019. The country’s first outdoor adventure and camping show is organized by the Expo Centre Sharjah, amidst the broad participation of local and international companies of camping and […]

The 3rd International Concrete Conference and Exhibition (ICCX Middle East 2019), which is being organized by Germany’s ad-media GmbH, has launched today (Sunday) at Expo Centre Sharjah, amidst the participation of more than 75 exhibitors and 500 international construction experts from all around the world. The exhibition provides a unique platform to showcase the latest […]

The global icon of inspiration, acclaimed American author and motivational speaker, Chris Gardener took centre stage at the #BookTalks event, part of the yearlong Sharjah World Book Capital 2019 celebrations organised yesterday (Friday) at Al Rawi Café, to launch the Arabic edition of his best-selling novel, The Pursuit of Happyness, published by Rewayat – an […]

Gamers as well as eSports and pop culture enthusiasts have the opportunity to join amazing anime artists and cosplayers who will make their way to the stunning Al Majaz Waterfront in Sharjah next weekend. At the three-day geek fest titled ‘Superheroes The Collective’ to be held from November 28 – 30, Al Majaz Waterfront will […]

Hundreds of Luminaria lights – each one representing hope and a powerful reminder of friends and families affected by cancer, lined the athletic tracks at the American University of Sharjah (AUS) as the second edition of Relay For Life, organised by UAE-based Friends Of Cancer Patients (FOCP), got underway yesterday (Friday). Moving tributes were written […]

Thousands of children and youth gathered on the picturesque Al Majaz Amphitheatre Island over the weekend which raised 48 banners inscribed with the rights of children and youth, symbolising and reiterating Sharjah’s firm support to the fulfillment of their rights worldwide. This and other activities marked the two-day Sharjah Carnival for Children and Youth, whose […]

The 3rd edition of International Concrete Conference & Exhibition (ICCX Middle East 2019) will kick off tomorrow Sunday at the Expo Centre Sharjah, with the participation of more than 75 exhibitors from around the world. The largest exhibition of its kind across the region is being organized by Germany’s ad-media GmbH in co-operation with the […]

To mark the celebrations of the 30th anniversary of the United Nations’ Convention on the Rights of the Child,  the Sharjah Baby Friendly Office (SBFO) has launched an awareness campaign titled ‘Go Blue Sharjah’ as part of UNICEF’s ‘Go Blue’ campaign where buildings and landmarks around the world are lit up in blue in support of child’s rights. […]

Sharjah Islamic Bank (SIB) has received the Wells Fargo Operational Excellence Award 2018-2019. The award is granted for banks that achieve over 95 per cent straight through processing (STP) rate of their payments through Wells Fargo money transfer systems. Winners of the Operational Excellence Awards were judged based on several criteria’s. SIB as an entity […]

The Sharjah Baby Friendly Office (SBFO) broke a Guinness World Records (GWR) title for ‘Most people in a photo cutout board picture’, with 72 people in one frame. It broke the previous GWR title of 60 people, held by UAE company ‘Plan B’ in association with Middle East Events & Exhibition. The successful attempt formed […]

On the occasion of Women’s Entrepreneurship Day, observed on November 19 annually, the Sharjah Business Women Council (SBWC), an affiliate of NAMA Women Advancement Establishment (NAMA), launched an awareness campaign to introduce businesswomen and entrepreneurs who want to advance their projects, to the related services and offerings of the SBWC. The campaign, titled ‘SBWC Tours’, […]

Ever read a book you cannot stop thinking or talking about? Or one that shaped your thinking, changed your life, or just made you fall in love with the written word? Well now, the Literature Pavilion at Sharjah’s architectural and natural wonder – Al Noor Island (ANI) brings you the opportunity to share all these […]

The 10th edition of the Sharjah Stamp Exhibition in Mega Mall is attracting a heavy turnout from philatelists, currency collectors, and amateurs at all ages from inside and outside the UAE. Running from 19 – 23 November, the five-day event aims to highlight the role of lovers and enthusiasts for stamp and currency collection in […]

The Sharjah Chamber of Commerce & Industry, SCCI, received a high-level delegation from its Addis Ababa counterpart, headed by HE Missinbeat Chincot Aviv, President of the Chamber, accompanied by a number of the Board of Directors of Addis Ababa Chamber and businessmen from major commercial and industrial companies in various sectors. The visit aims at […]

The role of management in promoting a culture of good business conduct was the key topic of discussion during a Panel Session hosted by the Pearl Initiative, the business-led non-profit organisation promoting a culture of corporate transparency and accountability in the Gulf region, in Jeddah recently. The event, which welcomed 35 participants from various leading […]

The Sharjah Baby Friendly Office (SBFO) has announced that the second edition of the Sharjah Carnival for Children and Youth will now be held on November 21 – 22. It was earlier scheduled to be held on November 20 – 21, to celebrate World Children’s Day. Two full days of fun and games have been […]

In any lead generation or social media marketing campaign, you need to put your best face forward. Are you ready to ‘wow’ potential clients, partners or employers with a headshot that makes you look unique in your industry? The first and most important thing you need to remember is that first impressions are everything, especially […]

The Expo Centre Sharjah said that it is ready and well-prepared for hosting the 3rd International Concrete Conference & Exhibition (ICCX Middle East 2019), which organized by Germany’s ad-media GmbH in co-operation with the German Emirati Joint Council for Industry and Commerce (AHK) from 24 – 26 November. This came during a press conference held […]

Plant seeds of hope as a living monument to your loved one with Relay For Life’s newly introduced activity, ‘Give a Ghaf’. The 24-hour cancer walkathon organised by UAE-based Friends of Cancer Patients (FOCP), will be held on November 22 – 23 at the American University of Sharjah, where participants and supporters can opt to […]

The Sharjah Airport International Free Zone (SAIF Zone) has invited businessmen taking part in The BURJ CEO Awards & Business Summit 2019 to invest in the free zone and take advantage of its customer base, which is among the largest in the world from one central hub, with an access to more than 2 billion people. While participating […]

Air Arabia, the Middle East and North Africa’s first and largest low cost carrier, has signed a firm order for 120 Airbus aircraft comprising 73 A320neos, 27 A321neos and 20 A321XLRs. The agreement was signed at the 2019 Dubai Airshow in the presence of Air Arabia’s Chairman Sheikh Abdullah Bin Mohammed Al Thani, Adel Ali, […]

Families in the UAE are always on the lookout for destinations that can cater to children of all age groups so that the entire family can spend some quality time together, which helps in reinforcing family values and serves to strengthen the community’s social fabric. Sharjah’s Al Majaz Waterfront fulfils that need. It is one […]

In celebration of naming Sharjah, the “World Book Capital 2019 ”, and on the occasion of the 38th edition of the Sharjah International Book Fair recent held at the Expo Center, the Labor Standards Development Authority in Sharjah (LSDA), succeeded in implemented an ambitious plan for integrating hundreds of workers in the rich cultural scene […]

In line with its vision to implement the latest technology and practices of world-class libraries, and in conjunction with the Sharjah World Book Capital 2019 celebrations, Sharjah Public Library (SPL) has launched the ProQuest One Academic Package to enable users access to the world’s largest academic collection of journals, eBooks, dissertations, news, video and primary […]

The Friends of Diabetes Association, one of the health-promoting organizations under the Health Education Department of the Supreme Council for Family Affairs in Sharjah, organized today Saturday the ‘Blue Running’ event in conjunction with the World Diabetes Day which is observed on November 14 every year and as part of the ‘Blue Circle’ initiative in […]

The Sharjah Chamber of Commerce & Industry, SCCI, has concluded its participation in the 18th Conference of Arab Businessmen & Investors which was held under the slogan «Investing in the Fourth Industrial Revolution: Entrepreneurship and Innovation in the Digital Economy» in, Manama, Bahrain from 11 – 13 November. The SCCI’s participation came within the delegation […]

Against the backdrop of an International Finance Corporation (IFC) report, which states that women-owned SMEs represent only 34 percent of the sector globally, of which 70 percent are undeserved by financial institutions creating a credit gap of USD 287 billion, NAMA Women Advancement Establishment (NAMA) is creating a new opportunity for women-owned early stage start-ups […]

“Tolerance is one of the fundamental values, on which the country was built until it has become an authentic and robust approach in Emirati society. Such an approach which was laid by the founding father Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan (may Allah rest his soul in peace), and then the wise leadership went on […]

The unparalleled beauty of Al Noor Island, seen in a unique mix of natural elements and awe-inspiring architecture, offers a one-of-a-kind backdrop for the most glamorous and memorable weddings. The popular eco-leisure destination is enchanting in its wedding persona and offers a golden opportunity to those who want to make their dream of an ‘island […]

Experts and business leaders who took part in a Youth Circle discussion titled ‘The Future of Youth in the Era of Digital Enterprise’ on the side-lines of the fifth edition of Sharjah FDI Forum which kicked off yesterday (Monday), have called for youth to challenge the status quo in order to create change. The Shurooq […]

A panel discussion led by experts on education highlighted important issues regarding the future of education at the Sharjah FDI Forum today. Moderated by Billy Fitzherbert, Regional ME Editor, Oxford Business Group, the session titled ‘The Future of Education (Re-skilling Perspective for Digital Growth)’ had all speakers in agreement that education needed a major overhaul […]

Under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi, Member of the Supreme Council Ruler of Sharjah, the concluding day of the Sharjah FDI Forum 2019 headlined an expert panel of renowned banking experts and technology specialists to explore the hurdles to corporate sustainable growth and the implications of the developments […]

Over two days of discussions held at the fifth edition of the Sharjah FDI Forum 2019, the emirate’s growing investment potential in real estate, efforts being made to boost the MSME sector, the increasing contributions of female entrepreneurs and the UAE’s economic resilience despite the global slowdown have been put in perspective for over 1,500 […]

After the first day of discussions at the Sharjah FDI Forum 2019 offered the UAE outlook on future strategies for boosting the nation’s foreign investment environment, the second day zoomed in on Sharjah’s capabilities to attract FDI in sectors like industry, media, publishing, among others. The first panel discussion titled ‘Sharjah Government – Investing in […]

The Sharjah Chamber of Commerce & Industry, SCCI, today (Tuesday) organized, in collaboration with the Emirates Association for Franchise Development (FAD) and Tijarah 101 Center, a workshop entitled: “Franchise Industry from Locality to Universality” The event comes as part of the SCCI’s efforts to bolster the business sector, help the Emirate’s private sector and entrepreneurs […]

Sharjah Publishing City Free Zone (SPCFZ), the world’s first  publishing and printing free zone, and the Sharjah FDI Office (Invest in Sharjah), an affiliate of the Sharjah Investment and Development Authority (Shurooq), have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to encourage investments, collaborate on industry information and help expand business networks mutually. In the presence […]

AI, 5G and Industry 4.0 are the industries of the future in a two trillion-dollar market, said Alaa ElShimy, MD & VP Enterprise Business, Huawei Technologies at the ongoing Sharjah FDI Forum 2019, yesterday (Monday). He added that everything will come down to only computing and connecting. In his presentation titled Innovation in Future Technologies […]

Sharjah Entrepreneurship Festival (SEF), organized by the Sharjah Entrepreneurship Centre (Sheraa), is offering a unique opportunity for aspiring entrepreneurs to compete in its ‘100k Competition’, as part of its Start-Up Town initiative. An impressive speaker line-up including Adwa Al Dakheel, founder and CEO of Falak Business Hub and Ns3a Recruitment, Taavi Roivas, Former Prime Minister […]

Artificial Intelligence (AI), sustainability and Fintech were three of the key sectors under the spotlight at the Sharjah FDI Forum 2019, which opened today (Monday) at the Al Jawaher Reception and Convention Centre in Sharjah. Held under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of […]

The fifth edition of the region’s leading FDI event, the Sharjah FDI Forum, titled ‘Future Trends in Foreign Direct Investment’, got underway at Sharjah’s Al Jawaher Reception and Convention Centre (JRCC), inaugurated by HH Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah. The Forum is organised by the Sharjah […]

Sheraa’s new initiative aimed at building new digital content and publishing industry ventures, Startup Sharjah, took place from October 31st to November 2nd, 2019 at the Sheraa Hub. In keeping with Sharjah’s goal to further grow the publishing and digital content sector, Sheraa introduced Startup Sharjah, a 3-day intensive bootcamp to build your startup, from […]

The new season of #letsmajaz at the Al Majaz Amphitheatre will open on December 6 with Iraqi and Middle Eastern musical legend, lham al-Madfai. The world-class destination with a strong reputation for attracting the region’s biggest artists for concerts and celebrations to Sharjah, has roped in the iconic Iraqi guitarist, singer and composer, who will […]

Air Arabia (PJSC), the Middle East and North Africa’s first and largest low-cost carrier, today announced strong financial results for the third quarter of this year ending September 30, 2019 as the carrier deliver solid operational and financial performance. Air Arabia registered a record net profit of AED 471 million for the three months ending […]

Sheikha Bodour bint Sultan Al Qasimi, Vice President of International Publishers Association (IPA), and founder of PublisHer, has said that women stand on the brink of welcoming a new era for the publishing industry worldwide. She called on female publishers and authors at the PublisHer summit to come together in support of women working in the […]

Savills, the Middle East’s leading real estate services provider, has announced the expansion of its Sharjah Office following the increase in demand for their management, leasing and advisory services. The growth of the Northern Emirates business follows a recent Savills report on the Sharjah residential market that shows positive trends and increasing demand for real […]

To mark the inaugural international Sharjah Architecture Triennial, Bee’ah, the Middle East’s leading sustainability pioneer, is presenting the exhibition Shaping the Future, in collaboration with Zaha Hadid Architects and American University of Sharjah (AUS). Supporting the sustainable growth of the emirate’s urban and design fabric, together with its global outlook, the company is also a […]

It is a question that has been dogging the celebrated Indian poet and author Vikram Seth for 25 years now. “Any function I go to, whoever I meet, they all have the same question,” says Seth resignedly. “So, by now, I have learnt to reply with good grace!” That question pertains to his most successful […]

The Kids Activity workshops at the 38th edition of the Sharjah International Book Fair have been drawing packed crowds. The ‘Painting on Glass’ workshop was no exception. A pair of scissors, a roll of transparent masking tape, a flat piece of wood and some water was all it required. The children were given a paper […]

The Sharjah Chamber of Commerce & Industry, SCCI, represented by the Sharjah Exports Development Center, SEDC, is gearing up for the participation in the ‘Big 5 Show’ the largest trade fair in the Middle East for building materials, construction products, and solutions, which will be held at Dubai International Convention and Exhibition Center (DICEC) from […]

Hakawati, the ancient Arab art of storytelling is experiencing a healthy revival at the 38th Sharjah International Book Fair at the Storyteller’s Art Workshop. Emirati storyteller Hajer Ibrahim delighted young visitors with her larger than life repertoire at the Social Media Station. “Despite the overwhelming consumption of technology, there is still a ‘strong appetite’ for […]

Sharjah International Book Fair (SIBF) 2019 set a Guinness World Record last night, successfully hosting the world’s largest simultaneous book signing ceremony with 1,502 authors from the UAE and beyond signing their own books. Guinness World Records Official present at the event verified and confirmed the number and endorsed the record, which beat the previous […]

Acclaimed novelists and storytellers from the Arab world discussed the art of turning the written word into film at a forum during the Sharjah International Book Fair 2019 last night called “Screenwriting”. During the session, Jar Al Nabi, novelist and storyteller who has brought 12 serials and three books to TV and film, and Mohamed […]

The youngest Indian to have addressed the United Nations assembly in Vienna, Raj Shamani, inspired a packed forum last night at the Sharjah International Book Fair (SIBF) 2019, and told the gathering of fans and students that it’s OK to make mistakes. Speaking at his session titled simply, “Hi, I’m Raj Shamani” the young man […]

Furthering its efforts to raise children’s and youth’s awareness about their rights, the Sharjah Baby Friendly Office (SBFO), has presented a unique two-storey riddle-filled pavilion at the 38th Sharjah International Book Fair (SIBF), taking place until November 9 at the Sharjah Expo Centre. The pavilion’s maze design has a literary connection, inspired by a book […]

There is an exciting buzz in the air at Sharjah’s vibrant outdoor leisure destination, The Flag Island, as children and families throng in large numbers, and where the sounds of music and laughter, joy and happiness brought vibrant energy, that could only mean one thing – the much awaited ‘Evenings at the Island’ is back […]

In line with its commitment to provide a sustainable operating environment and facilitate setting up and the running of a business with relative ease, the Sharjah Publishing City Free Zone (SPCFZ), the world’s first publishing and printing free zone, has signed an agreement with Al Khebra Labour Supply Centre, a subsidiary of the Administrative Services […]

International writing stars and authors of critically acclaimed, award-winning thrillers shared the secrets to their writing process and how to turn out bestselling novels at the Sharjah International Book Fair (SIBF) 2019, during a panel discussion titled The World of Uncertainty and Thrill last night. Multiple prize-winning Swedish author, Jessica Jarlvi and critically acclaimed Steven […]

In conversation last evening at the Sharjah International Book Fair, Meik Wiking, the author of The Little Book of Hygge: The Danish Way to Live Well, that put the magic of Danish living in the global spotlight, unraveled what lessons countries could take away from the Nordic experience, and how to create a little bit […]

Audiences joined the heroes Zing and Zong, a brother and sister team from planet Jaahrgon who crash landed on Earth, as they discovered the science that held the key to saving their threatened civilization. Bringing a specially curated science show called, “The Kids who Fell to Earth”, at the 38th Sharjah International Book Fair (SIBF […]

Fresh, wholesome, healthy, rich and aromatic – the Middle Eastern cuisine’s profile has continuously been following an upward trek. Food blogger Zahra Abdalla of cookingwithzahra.com, cooked up a delicious middle eastern storm at the Sharjah International Book Fair. “Food is my artistry, my therapy and my joy. I love to cook, I love to eat […]

The 5th edition of Sharjah FDI Forum which will be held on November 11 – 12, 2019, will host a roundtable for the Dubai Financial Market to discuss IPOs and Opportunities in Capital Markets. The forum will also hold five workshops on the sidelines of the event that will be held at Al Jawaher Reception […]

Fun, frolic and laughter enlivened the festive atmosphere at Al Montazah Parks as 5,000 children and families – many dressed in full cartoon character costumes, joined to ring in the 40th anniversary celebrations of one of Sharjah’s most impressive leisure destinations. With a daily roaming parade by ‘The Wizard of Oz’ characters, in addition to […]

The sixth annual Sharjah Library Conference opened today (Wednesday), and is being held in collaboration with the American Library Association (ALA), on the side-lines of the ongoing Sharjah International Book Fair (SIBF 2019). Welcoming participating delegates and visitors to the conference, HE Ahmed bin Rakkad Al Ameri, Chairman of Sharjah Book Authority (SBA), “We are […]

Sharjah Book Authority (SBA) is partnering with the Big Bad Wolf Ventures Sdn. Bhd. (BBW) – popularly known as the organiser of the World’s Biggest Book Sale, the Big Bad Wolf Book Sale, to further expand the access of affordable books to all members of society in the Middle East and Africa regions. The two […]

Globally acclaimed children’s author, Elisabetta Dami, the writer of the hugely popular Geronimo Stilton children’s books, thrilled a hall packed with school kids at the Sharjah International Book Fair 2019 when she told them her next work would see Geronimo, the eponymous mouse from her most successful series, go on a world tour which would […]

Teaching a group of aspiring chefs and curious onlookers at the Sharjah International Book Fair (2019) about the Nepalese cuisine, was chef Pemba Lama who shared a few exciting twists to the number one vegetable crop in the world…potatoes or ‘batata’ as it’s popularly known in the Middle East. Whether mashed, baked or roasted who […]

As you enter the workshop room of the 38th Sharjah International Book Fair you see how children were learning to make masks, you stop at the doorway, stunned by several dragon and unicorn craft box heads ready to greet you. The workshop on day 5, called ‘Dragon Masks’, saw children letting their imaginations run wild […]

Popular throughout the Levant, and going beyond baklava when you think of Lebanese desserts, you might also be thinking of indulging creamy cakes and exciting puddings. But celebrated Lebanese-American guest Bethany Kehdy dished out a seemingly, sinfully tempting Chocolate Crumb Labneh Mousse, at the 38th Sharjah International Book Fair. Think of the summer fruits that’s […]

The Sharjah International Book Fair (SIBF) 2019 hosted a session last evening titled ‘Bilingualism’, with speakers reflecting on issues like the need to advocate the knowledge of more than one language in order to foster learning, among future generations. It also pondered over the imminent perils visible in language hierarchy. Fabrice Juamont, author of The […]

An often overlooked aspect in the definition of what constitutes a healthy body is the state of the mind, as diet and exercise are thought of as the only tools of good health, opined a panel of experts at a discussion held at the 38th edition of the Sharjah International Book Fair yesterday (Monday). Award-winning […]

Novice and new professional social media users got handy tips and advice on how to set up a social media strategy for themselves in practical terms at the Sharjah International Book Fair 2019 yesterday. Hosted by marketing expert Zyad Tarek, participants learnt the fundamentals of setting up a social media presence and what could be […]

Almost an hour before the celebrated Indian poet and author Vikram Seth arrives at the auditorium at the Sharjah International Book Fair 2019 where he is to speak to school students, the hall is full. Only standing space is available and there are still two more busloads of children to be accommodated. By the time […]

Perk up your weekend with a well-deserved evening of music, melody and a healthy dose of laughter, as ‘The Platform’, a first-of-its-kind comedy and entertainment roadshow in the region, gears up to launch its second weekend of more 10 entertainment performances at the Al Majaz Waterfront on November 7 – 8, after a cracking inaugural […]

A gaggle of excited youngsters became student scientists during the Chemical Physical Masterclass at the Sharjah International Book Fair 2019 taking place at Sharjah Expo Centre until November 9th. Using a series of experiments the kids learnt that what appears to white light is actually made up of a spectrum of colours, that oxygen is […]

People often write to express anger, frustration, grief, joy or love. What better way to do that than by writing anything and everything? Writers, after all, are artists, and artists are compelled to express themselves. This was the nature of the discussion titled The Other Me, at the 38th Sharjah International Book Fair. The panel […]

“It was the books I read in the libraries at school and in my home that shaped my mind in ways that nothing else could,” said best-selling and critically acclaimed Indian author, Anita Nair, in an interactive session with students at the Sharjah International Book Fair yesterday (Sunday). “Reading opened my mind to a world […]

Iraqi journalist and author Inaam Kachachi lives and works in Paris and is the local correspondent for a few Arabic-language newspapers. Her profession provided the context for her historical fiction, she said. “I write to counter the official narratives, to affect the future and also to have fun.” For Kachachi, it is even more important […]

Eagle Hills Sharjah, a joint venture between Sharjah Investment and Development Authority (Shurooq) and Eagle Hills, has announced that it has awarded the contract for the main works of Kalba Waterfront in Sharjah to MGM Contracting LLC. The contract involves the architecture, infrastructure and landscaping of the mall, which once complete will offer residents and […]

The Pearl Initiative, the business-led non-profit organisation promoting a culture of corporate transparency and accountability in the Gulf region, recently collaborated with Dubai Business Women Council (DBWC) on a two-day workshop to build MSMEs’ practical competencies in governance best practices. The workshop targeted 30 Dubai-based MSMEs and was held at the Dubai Chamber of Commerce […]

As part of its mission to support entrepreneurs and start-ups in the publishing and digital content sectors, and in celebration of Sharjah World Book Capital 2019 title, the Sharjah Entrepreneurship Centre (Sheraa) signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Sharjah Publishing City Free Zone (SPC Free Zone) and the Emirates Publishers Association (EPA) to launch […]

With the inspiring UAE national anthem playing in the background, thousands of students, teachers, authors and visitors from all nationalities joined to honour the UAE’s flag hoisted right in the centre of the main hall of the Sharjah International Book Fair (SIBF)’s main hall, early Sunday morning. The Sharjah Book Authority (SBA) celebrates this key […]

As part of its #ReadTheMovie initiative, the Sharjah World Book Capital brought books and cinema together on the Sharjah International Book Fair 2019 stage yesterday. Author of the best-selling book, The Zoya Factor, Anuja Chauhan accompanied by Sonam Kapoor, the leading lady in the Bollywood film based on Chauhan’s book, captivated fans and audiences with […]

“When I started making comics, everybody said I was crazy. I was working in a school and teaching comics sometimes, but to pursue it as a career…” Merek Bennett, the cartoonist who created the famous multi volume set of The Civil War Diary of Freeman Colby, stops halfway into sharing his musings with his young […]

Travelling is one of the best ways to learn about people, places and life. Equally good are the books that transport the reader to a parallel universe on the wings of imagination. Taking the example of the Paulo Coelho’s The Alchemist, a tale that has inspired many to chase their dreams, three authors attempted to […]

“Flag Day is a glorious national event carrying a lot of lofty values. It reaffirms the independent national sovereignty. It also symbolizes the strength of our Union, which paved the way for the UAE to be at the forefront of all international forums,” said H.E. Saud Salim Al Mazrouei, Director of Hamriyah Free Zone Authority […]

“Unlike regular book fairs which tends to be all about the publishing industry, the Sharjah International Book Fair is a cultural event focusing more on the readers,” said best-selling and critically acclaimed Indian author, Anita Nair, at the start of a conversation with moderator Chitra Raghavan, an academic, at the Intellectual Hall in SIBF yesterday […]

Real estate transactions have recorded AED 4.2 billion AED in the Emirate of Sharjah in the third quarter of 2019, while the total areas covered in the “sales transactions” in the emirate reached 9.5 million feet, as per the latest report of the Sharjah Real Estate Registration Department (SRERD). Abdulaziz Ahmed Al Shamsi, Director General […]

The Sharjah Research Academy organised a workshop on ‘Wastewater Treatment and Reuse Methods in cooperation with the University of Sharjah, Sharjah Electricity and Water Authority (SEWA) and QATRA, a joint venture to develop a new water reuse plant in Sharjah. The workshop was part of the efforts to promote sustainability and reduce the overuse of […]

In line with their commitment to adopting best industry practices and technological innovations, Bee’ah, the Middle East’s sustainability pioneer, and Tandeef, Bee’ah’s waste collection and management division, have added Ducati electric mobile waste collection units to their existing fleet, to further enhance operations while continuously promoting Bee’ah’s sustainability agenda. Developed by Ducati Energia, part of […]

In the presence of His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi, Member of the Supreme Council and Ruler of Sharjah, Nobel prize winning author Orhan Pamuk revealed the secrets to his writing process and discussed the art of the novel during his headlining session at the Sharjah International Book Fair which kicked off […]

To offer book and cinema enthusiasts visiting the Sharjah International Book Fair a better insight into where the inspiration for a good movie springs from, the Sharjah World Book Capital (SWBC) will be hosting Anuja Chauhan, the author of best-selling book, The Zoya Factor, and India’s leading Bollywood actress, Sonam Kapoor, who starred in the […]

In 2017, the Sharjah FDI Forum brought 4IR to the centre stage of discussions, informing regional and global investors, business leaders and policy makers on how investment cultures worldwide will undergo a revolution faced by the proliferation of rapidly advanced technologies like AI, robotics, IoT and blockchain. In its upcoming edition on November 11 – […]

People write because they are in love with the idea of watching words producing magic on paper. Attempting to convey the skills behind creating this magic to young writers, Deborah Reed taught children the basics of writing compelling stories at a workshop held at the Sharjah International Book Fair (SIBF 2019). “Sentences that snake across […]

Guests and visitors at the 38th edition of the Sharjah International Book Fair were treated to an explosion of Mexican culture as a group of dancers in long, brightly coloured dresses offered a glimpse into their riveting culture, and displayed their fleet-footed talents as they kept pace with the rhythmic beats of the band of […]

The experience of Muna Abdu Al Safari, Director of Thati Programme, in the human resources and career development sector involved interacting with staff and university graduates. However, it was only after many years at work that she realised she needed to get formal training. “My challenge was to learn how to communicate effectively with the […]

Pain is inevitable says Celine Santini, the author, blogger and personal-development coach who has herself been transformed by personal tragedy, audiences heard at the Sharjah International Book Fair 2019 last night. When explaining the story behind the origins of Kintsugi, the Japanese art of repairing broken china and sealing the cracks with gold, she pointed […]

His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, said that UNESCO’s selection of Sharjah as a ‘crafts and folk art’ city for the Creative Cities Network is a global endorsement of the emirate’s decades-long emphasis on bringing generations closer to their heritage and national identity, and carefully […]

“Life sucks”, says anti-self-help guru, author and blogger Mark Manson, “what can I say – it’s a tough world out there.” This might not seem like sage advice that would propel anyone to international stardom and book sales of over nine million, but many in the auditorium of the Sharjah International Book Fair 2019 on […]

Forensic anthropologist Kathy Reichs, also a popular crime writer and academic, was a big hit with her audience as she deftly demystified the world of crime and forensics with her intriguing and lighthearted banter, during a conversation last night (Friday) led by her publisher, Kevin Hanson, at the 38th edition of the Sharjah International Book […]

His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah has allocated AED 4.5 million for the acquisition of a selection of titles, brought in by publishers participating at the Sharjah International Book Fair (SIBF 2019). The initiative is carried out to action His Highness’s directives on continually updating the emirate’s […]

The Emirate of Sharjah represents an investment-conducive, business-friendly destination for many investors from all over the world for its robust infrastructure, streamlined procedures in addition to consistent, reliable and performant services. The business landscape in Sharjah is characterised by security, diversity and prosperity, underpinned by large market opportunities and solid business models. The Emirate is […]

In 2017, the Sharjah FDI Forum brought 4IR to the centre stage of discussions, informing regional and global investors, business leaders and policy makers on how investment cultures worldwide will undergo a revolution faced by the proliferation of rapidly advanced technologies like AI, robotics, IoT and blockchain. In its upcoming edition on November 11 – […]

All the fun of the fair was to be had yesterday at the Sharjah International Book Fair 2019 as performers, entertainers and teachers from around the world came together to educate and inspire young and old alike. Over in the Kids Hall where many of the workshops were taking place a group of lucky youngsters […]

The Sharjah International Book Fair (SIBF 2019) hosted four acclaimed authors at a panel discussion titled ‘Crime in Books’ yesterday, who delighted book lovers and aspiring writers with a detailed account of what the writing process for crime fiction and non-fiction as well as fantasy – starting with the birth of an idea to seeing […]

“His Highness told me yesterday, and I’m repeating directly exactly what he said… he told me that Islam believes in all faiths.. that it is a religion of peace, that it believes in Prophet Muhammad and Jesus Christ, in all faiths. This is what being a Muslim is. This is what he told me. “You […]

Visitors to Sharjah International Book Fair (SIBF 2019) literally stepped into a fairytale world, the protagonists of which were hugely talented artists who deployed jaw dropping 3D techniques coupled with unique story telling spectacles. This 8-minute immersive spectacle follows the tale of a princess embarking on a dangerous journey to save a loved one. Through […]

Jokha Alharthi, the first author from the Arabian Gulf to win the prestigious 2019 Man Booker International Prize and the first Omani woman to be translated into English, took the podium on the second day of the Sharjah International Book Fair 2019 to discuss Celestial Bodies, the novel that won her the coveted honour. Speaking […]

Guests to Sharjah International Book Fair (SIBF 2019) learned professional techniques of filming and photography for social media during the Deliver Your Content to the Public Through Colours Workshop yesterday. Accomplished filmmaker and social media expert, Sam Rose presented his insider knowledge to a group of both professional and hobbyist photographers and videographers keen to […]

The auditorium is filled up by the time Sampooran Singh Kalra, popularly known as Gulzar, turns up for a conversation with radio jockey Gagan Mudgal, at the last session of the second day of the Sharjah International Book Fair 2019 at Expo Centre. He takes a good look at the eager audience and remarks quietly, […]

Pushing its sustainable leisure and ecotourism agenda forward, the Sharjah Investment and Development Authority (Shurooq) will showcase a selection of its eight luxurious boutique-style projects and eco-destinations, and share latest updates on Sharjah’s booming tourism sector at the World Travel Market 2019, to be held from November 4 – 6, in London, UK. According to […]