As part of the ongoing efforts to develop the shopping campaigns and promotions in the Emirate of Sharjah, the Sharjah Chamber of Commerce & Industry, SCCI, has underscored the importance of formulating a standard plan for the shopping centers across the emirate, as this would help upskill the emirate’s position and reputation in this sector […]

Sharjah Entrepreneurship Center (Sheraa) has launched the #UnitedForBeirut initiative, setting up a USD$ 100,000 equity-free fund to enable high-impact Lebanese startups bounce back after suffering huge losses in the aftermath of the recent tragedy that shook Beirut last month. The initiative is geared towards reigniting the innovation movement in Beirut and enable these startups to […]

The Sharjah Chamber of Commerce & Industry, SCCI, received a Romanian delegation as part of the efforts to enhance the bilateral economic relations, boost trade exchange, develop the relations between business communities in both countries, and examine the possibility of holding joint economic activities to introduce investment opportunities available on both sides. The meeting was […]

Sharjah Girl Guides (SGG) organised a series of online workshops in September to engage Brownies, Guides and Senior Guides to learn new crafts, increase their social and emotional skills, and understand Emirati culture, from the safety and comfort of their homes. Titled ‘Art of Embroidery’, the workshop held for Guides (12-15 years) on September 5 […]

The Board of Directors of the Sharjah Chamber of Commerce & Industry, SCCI, lauded the directives of HH Sheikh Sultan bin Mohammed bin Sultan Al Qasimi, Crown Prince and Deputy Ruler of Sharjah which were adopted by the Sharjah Executive Council in terms of resuming activities of the exhibitions and conferences held under the management […]

The Child Safety Department (CSD), an affiliate of the Supreme Council for Family Affairs in Sharjah, has launched an educational e-booklet to mark school reopening in the UAE. The booklet aims to prepare families on how to best manage the back-to-school transition, whether they have chosen to attend school physically, or opted for a hybrid […]

The second session of ‘Publishers Club’, a virtual discussion initiative organised by the Sharjah Book Authority (SBA), addressed the challenges facing the Arab publishing industry following the outbreak of the coronavirus (Covid-19) pandemic, and delved into the need to leverage the digital medium to drive sales. At the session titled ‘Selling Books in the Arab […]

The Arab Academy for Science, Technology and Maritime Transport in Sharjah (AASTS)has successfully commenced talks for a collaboration with The Federal Transport Authority – Land & Maritime (FTA). This will include utilising AASTS’ capabilities and the expertise of its staff to develop the UAE’s maritime sector. The move supports AASTS’ vision to strengthen the Arab […]

Sharjah Archaeology Authority (SAA), recently organized a virtual lecture titled “Archaeology and its importance between theory and practice,”with the intention of bringing together specialists within the field to share their knowledge and experience. The lecture was moderated by Dr Ahmed Hefni Al-Badwani and attended by over 150 participants, interested to know more about building and […]

FUNN, a Sharjah-based organisation dedicated to promoting and supporting media arts learning among children and youth in the UAE, is organising an exceptional event that brings together a line up of Arab and international artists, filmmakers and industry experts to deliver a series of inspiring creative workshops and activities from 12-16 October. Themed ‘‘Let’s Have […]

There is good news for Sharjah’s most promising photographers as Xposure International Photography Festival has extended the deadline for submission of entries for the Sharjah Government Open category to October 15, 2020. Targeting employees of the Sharjah Government, the competition’s new registration deadline will enable Sharjah government employees a longer time frame to leverage their creative […]

Improved business governance standards play a vital role in bolstering socio-economic growth, both globally and across the Gulf Region. As the winds of industry shift and unearth novel challenges that require addressal for fiscal sustability, there is an increased push to encourage the improved implementation of corporate governance practices. In recognition of this, the Pearl Initiative […]

The Sharjah Child Friendly Academy, a subsidiary of the Sharjah Child Friendly Office (SCFO), has launched an awareness information pack titled My Journey From Pregnancy to Breastfeeding. The move aims to educate mothers as well as healthcare professionals in maternity and childcare on breastfeeding, fostering it as a social culture, in addition to promoting all […]

The Sharjah Chamber of Commerce & Industry, SCCI, represented by its Chairman, HE Abdullah Sultan Al Owais, received a Sri Lankan high-level delegation headed by HE Malraj De Silva, Sri Lankan Ambassador to the UAE, accompanied by Mr. NalindaWijerathna, Consul-General of Sri Lanka in Dubai and the Northern Emirates. The meeting touched on the prospects […]

The Sharjah Entrepreneurship Center (Sheraa) is launching ‘UCAN’ or the Ubuntu Care And Nurture initiative with a $250,000 equity-free prize purse open to top startups from the Middle East and Africa. The platform aims to empower entrepreneurs invested in creating high-impact tangible solutions for current and pressing global challenges imposed by the Covid-19 pandemic. The […]

As part of its mission to encourage good, value-based behaviour among the young generation, FUNN, a Sharjah-based organisation dedicated to promoting media arts learning in children and youth in the UAE, has produced an educational animated series titled My Dear Children, to instill moral values in children in an entertaining and engaging way. Each of […]

The Emergency, Crisis and Disaster Management Team in Sharjah has approved a host of precautionary measures ahead of the resumption of activities at the iconic Expo Centre Sharjah. The landmark venue, which is a popular destination for high-profile government events, commercial exhibitions, business events and conferences in the country will reopen with all the necessary […]

In a novel approach to engaging young learners while abiding physical distancing norms to restrict the spread of the Covid-19 virus, Sharjah Girl Guides (SGG) has held a series of virtual educational workshop tours in September for its cadre of Brownies, Guides and Senior Guides. Organised onSGG’s Instagram account, these digital tours sought to inculcate […]

Sharjah Islamic Bank’s (SIB) $500 million Sukuk received the ‘Sukuk Deal of the Year 2020’, at the 10th Global Islamic Finance Awards (GIFA). The bank was acknowledged with the award, during a virtual ceremony held on September 14. SIB, which enjoys strong investment grade ratings of A- by Standard & Poors, A3 by Moody’s, priced […]

The second session of ‘Publishers Club’, a virtual discussion initiative organised by the Sharjah Book Authority (SBA), will be held on September 23 (Wednesday). Titled ‘Selling Books in the Arab World in the Time of Corona’, the session will have Sherif Bakr, General Manager, Al Arabi Publishing and Distributing, Egypt, in conversation with Emma House, […]

The fast-growing business opportunities in education, advanced technology and agriculture, among many others, in Sharjah’s expanding investment ecosystem were showcased recently at an interactive business webinar organised by the US-UAE Business Council in association with Sharjah FDI Office (Invest in Sharjah), an affiliate of the Sharjah Investment and Development Authority (Shurooq), via the Zoom platform. […]

In line with its vision of raising a compassionate generation of citizens capable of leading and influencing the future, the Sajaya Young Ladies of Sharjah (SYL) launched an initiative titled ‘Salam Jar’ last month with the aim of contributing to the ‘Salam Beirut’ campaign that was launched by Her Highness Sheikha Jawaher bint Mohammed Al […]

The Expo Centre Sharjah is currently hosting the “Expo Electronics Exhibition”,the first event the Centre organises after the gradual return to normal life and the resumption of activities and events in Sharjah. This comes in line with the decision of the Sharjah Executive Council to resume the organisation of exhibitions and conferences under the supervision […]

In its latest virtual Book Club event, Sharjah Book Authority (SBA) hosted Emirati novelist, poet, and critic Sultan Alameemi, who spoke passionately about his love for literature, and told his fans that reading and researching heavily on culture and heritage laid the foundation for the flair and diversity he brings to his writing. The prolific […]

The centers operated by Environment and Protected Areas Authority (EPAA), collectively welcomed over 57,000 visitors during the months of July and August. All the necessary preventive measures were undertaken by all the centres, including implementation of a comprehensive disinfection and sterilization program to ensure the safety of all individuals, in light of the current exceptions […]

Do you have what it takes to be Sharjah’s most promising photographer? If you are a budding photography enthusiast and are employed at any of the Government of Sharjah entities, this is your chance to have your work recognised globally. Hurry, and register on or before September 23 to submit your entries in the Sharjah […]

The first semester of the academic year 2020/2021 commenced today at the Khorfakkan campus of the Arab Academy for Science, Technology and Maritime Transport in Sharjah (AASTS) using ‘blended learning,’ which combines both classroom lectures and distance learning. The move supports the Academy’sstrategy to empower the Arab maritime sector with academically and professionally qualified personnel. […]

Eagle Hills Sharjah, a joint venture between Sharjah Investment and Development Authority (Shurooq) and Eagle Hills, has signed a leasing agreement with Every Day Fresh Hypermarket L.L.C to meet the needs of residents living in Maryam Beach Residences. UAE-based Every Day Fresh Hyper Market L.L.C., which has been operating supermarkets, minimarts and hypermarkets in the […]

Last Thursday, Sharjah Airport welcomed a delegation from the Veterinary Services Section in Dubai Municipality, to view the veterinary services, including the livestock shipping facilities and the sample examination laboratory at the airport to see the best practices and procedures the airport adheres to for incoming livestock shipments. The delegation listened to a detailed explanation […]

The Sharjah Investment and Development Authority (Shurooq)has shared the new developments being witnessed across its portfolio of latest large-scale real estate, tourism, commercial and hospitality projects, in line with the gradual reopening of businesses across the UAE. Preventative measures to curb the spread of the coronavirus will be implemented effectively across all its sites to […]

The Board of Directors of the Expo Centre Sharjah has announced that the 48th and 49th editions of the Watch & Jewellery Middle East Show (WJMES), which was expected to kick off later this month, has been postponed to April 2021. The Centre explained that the decision was made after extensive consultations with the competent […]

Sharjah-based Hamriyah Free Zone Authority (HFZA) has signed a strategic partnership agreement with Lamprell, the leading provider of fabrication, engineering and contracting services to the offshore and onshore oil & gas and renewable energy industries. Under the agreement, Lamprell will lease an additional 1.360 million sq. ft. of land inside the free zone in order […]

The ‘Publishers Club’, a virtual discussion initiative jointly organised by the Sharjah Book Authority (SBA) and Sharjah Publishing City Free Zone (SPCFZ),has recently held its first session shining light on how publishers can leverage technology driven marketing techniques and social media platforms to drive their businesses. The virtual series is a part of SBA’s ongoing […]

Twenty members of Sajaya Young Ladies of Sharjah (Sajaya), an affiliate of the Rubu’ Qarn Foundation for Creating Leaders and Innovators, vicariously experienced life on the planet of Mars through a virtual educational journey that highlighted the major differences between the red planet and Earth in a bid to encourage the young generation to pursue […]

The Sharjah Book Authority (SBA) continues its popularBook Club online series with a conversation with eminent Emirati novelist, poet, and critic Sultan Alameemi, Director of the Poetry Academy at the Abu Dhabi Authority for Culture and Heritage (ADACH). Alameemi will speak about his passion for literature and research on culture and heritage, as well as […]

The Arab Union for International Exhibitions and Conferences, AUIEC, which operates under the umbrella of the Council of Arab Economic Unity of the Arab League, has recently held an extraordinary virtual meeting to discussthe future agenda, plans and proposals for the upcoming year 2021. The Arab Union has also shed light on the latest developments […]

Sheikh FahimAl Qasimi, Chairman of the Department of Government Relations (DGR) in Sharjah, recently hosted HE ChunYoung-wook, ConsulGeneral of the Republic of South Korea in Dubai, to discuss ways of strengthening bilateral relations in vital sectors including economy and culture, as well as collaboration in future projects in the post-COVID-19 world. During the meeting which […]

Sharjah Government’s financial stimulus packages for businesses affected by the Coronavirus pandemic has been hailed as one of the most strategically planned and optimally released by business circles across the UAE. The Sharjah FDI Office (Invest in Sharjah), an affiliate of the Sharjah Investment and Development Authority (Shurooq), organised a webinar on Monday (7thSeptember), titled […]

Sharjah Archaeology Authority(SAA), recently organized a virtual lecture titled,”The Sequence Of Burial Of The Kings Of Meroe In The Second Meroitic Pyramids Of Kush II.” The lecture was moderated by Dr Salah Hassan Matar Al-Akhaidir, Meroitic archaeology expert, lecturer at University of Niles and member of SAA and managed by Eisa Yousif, Director of the […]

Ahead of the International Breast Cancer Awareness Month, which is observed annually in October, the UAE-based non-profit Friends Of Cancer Patients (FOCP)’s early detection initiative, Pink Caravan, is calling on private sector organisations across the country to sign up for their ‘Corporate Wellness Day’ drive to educate their employees about the early detection and treatment […]

Sharjah Islamic Bank (SIB) in cooperation with the Sharjah Directorate of Human Resources, recently organized a virtual session to introduce the Waffer Discounts Programme. The session was conducted live on SIB’s Instagram account and discussed the various incentives, exclusive offers provided to beneficiaries as part of the programme. A memorandum of understanding (MoU) was signed […]

Shopping is inevitable and is equally important for everyone you see around yourself. Hence, if you are thinking yourself to be a singular person crazy about shopping, then the idea is completely flawed. Earlier shopping used to be quite challenging, visiting the retail shops, malls or departmental stores but with the rise of online shopping, […]

The Child Safety Department (CSD) in Sharjah has marked the conclusion of its two-month virtual ‘Child Safety Summer Camp’ with the participation of more than 5,400 children, youth, parents,and school staff. Live streamed on Zoom video conferencing as well as CSD’s Instagram account (@childsafetyuae), CSD’s virtual summer camp was held in collaboration with various government […]

The Big Heart Foundation (TBHF), a Sharjah-based global humanitarian charity dedicated to helping refugees and people in need worldwide, will begin receiving nominations for the fifth edition of the Sharjah International Award for Refugee Advocacy and Support (SIARA) 2021 from September 1, 2020 (today). All nominations for the AED 500,000 award should be submitted directly […]

The Sharjah Child Friendly Office (SCFO), a subsidiary of the Supreme Council for Family Affairs, has launched the ‘Sharjah Child FriendlyAcademy’ that will support institutions and community organisations in adopting and improving child-friendly environments and experiences across the emirate. The launch of the academy comes as part of a strategic move to bring all the […]

Sheikh Fahim Al Qasimi, Chairman of The Department of Government Relations (DGR), Sharjah, explored potential ways of strengthening cooperation between Sharjah and Indian capital, New Delhi, in healthcare, food security and information technology in the post-COVID world, during a recent meeting with HE Dr. Aman Puri, Indian Consul General in Dubai. The meeting, hosted by DGR, was […]