The Sharjah Archaeology Authority organized a virtual lecture on Islamic coins and a journey into modern research methodologies and their importance.It was managed by Eisa Yousif, Director of Archaeology Department at Sharjah Archaeology Authority. Researcher Dr Muhammad Abdullah Al-SayedYunus, a specialist in Islamic antiquities and coins, spoke about the importance and history of Islamic money, […]

In fulfilment of its primary mission to empower young Emiratis to work in the maritime sector, the Arab Academy for Science, Technology and Maritime Transport branch in Sharjah (AASTS) has opened admissions for their Spring semester that is scheduled to begin in February 2021. The academy’s College of Maritime Transport and Technology is offering Bachelor […]

Her Highness Sheikha Jawaher bint Mohammed Al Qasimi, wife of His Highness the Ruler of Sharjah and Chairperson of the Supreme Council for Family Affairs, said that the newly inaugurated House of Wisdom (HoW) – an iconic architectural marvel and Sharjah’s new cultural edifice, marks the opening of a new chapter that contributes to strengthening […]

The 11th edition of Pink Caravan Ride, an annual breast cancer awareness initiative of UAE-based non-profit Friends of Cancer Patients (FOCP), will ride into 2021 in a unique format in February with the participation of equestrian clubs from every emirate, and will be marked by 42 days of free health screenings for men and women […]

To support and Innovation ecosystem and knowledge economy  in the region, the Sharjah Research, Technology and Innovation Park (SRTI Park) has launched the Sharjah Angel Investors Network (SAIN). This initiative will contribute to making the UAE economy an open global laboratory for testing new concepts of advanced future technology and a global platform for innovation […]

H.H. Dr. Sheikh Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, has approved the general budget for the Emirate of Sharjah of AED 33.6 billion for the fiscal year 2021. According to Sharjah Finance Department (SFD), the budget has increased 12 percent compared to the final 2020 budget with the aim […]

During its 15th periodic meeting, the Sharjah Chamber of Commerce & Industry, SCCI, has approved the operational plan for the year 2021. The plan comprises a set of important objectives, including the Chamber’s full commitment to supporting the business sector, entrepreneurs, and SME owners and helping them overcome the Covid-19-related challenges. This is in line […]

Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority, in coordination with Sharjah’s Roads and Transport Authority, announced the resumption of two intercity bus routes between the two Emirates as of Sunday, December 27th. The first is Route E306 where buses will start from Al Ghubaiba Bus station in Dubai and head to Al Jubail Bus Station in Sharjah […]

Sharjah Charity International (SCI) has announced the launch of its seasonal campaign “Warm Winter”, which is concerned with distributing in-kind aid such as clothes, blankets and heating material to families and the needy to protect them from the winter. The campaign is in coordination with the country’s embassies and their representatives in these countries and […]

H.H. Dr. Sheikh Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, affirmed that the Holy Quran Academy in Sharjah is not limited to being a museum that houses pictures and manuscripts, but rather a place that is rich in many activities and programmes that serve the Holy Quran and those interested […]