Furthering its commitment to promoting books and literacy, Sharjah Book Authority (SBA) is organising the National Libraries Summit on November 8 – 9, 2021 at its headquarters in Sharjah. The two-day summit will be held in conjunction with the 40th Sharjah International Book Fair (SIBF 2021)under the theme ‘Visibility, Engagement, Impact, and Collaboration’, and convene […]

The 2021 Nobel Laureate for Literature, Tanzanian novelist Abdulrazak Gurnah, will lead the list of international literary luminaries from 13 countries who will participate in the 40th edition of the Sharjah International Book Fair (SIBF 2021), which takes place from November 3 – 13 at Expo Centre Sharjah. Organised by Sharjah Book Authority (SBA), the […]

ASAS Real Estate Company, the real estate arm of Sharjah Islamic Bank, in cooperation with the Sharjah Chamber of Commerce and Industry, announced the launch of sales of the commercial, industrial land project “Al Qasimia City”, which reflects the ambitious vision of His Highness Sheikh Dr Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi, Member of the Supreme […]

The 40th edition of Sharjah International Book Fair (SIBF), organised by the Sharjah Book Authority (SBA), will host a stellar gathering of award-winning Arab authors, intellectuals, poets and artistes, who will headline a wide variety of events, including literary seminars, panel discussions and book signings, during the fair. The 11-day event which will run from […]

Besides books and authors, a colourful and entertaining combination of dance, music and interactive theatre await visitors at the Sharjah International Book Fair (SIBF 2021) which will run from November 3-13 at the Expo Centre Sharjah. SIBF’s 40th edition will broaden its cultural offerings with two plays, three stage shows, and eight roaming performances, workshops, […]

The Department of Family Development Centres (DFDC) of the Supreme Council for Family Affairs in Sharjah (SCFA) in Sharjah, revealed the details of the 17th Family Forum, which is held under the theme “Digitization a way of life”, at City Center Al Zahia – Studio Art, from 27 to 31 October. The event is held […]

The United Arab Emirates University places great importance on its participation in the 17th International Education Fair that runs at Sharjah Expo 19-21 October. Mr. Saud Al Ameri, UAEU Director of Admission and Registration said, “It is an important international event eagerly awaited by students and their families.  It offers them the opportunity to learn […]

Under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Mohamed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, Sheikh Salem bin Abdulrahman Al Qasimi, Chairman of the Sharjah Ruler’s Office inaugurated Tuesday the 23rd National Career Exhibition and the 17th International Education Show 2021 (IES). The two events are being organized by the […]

Sharjah Islamic Bank has announced that its board of directors agreed to raise the percentage of foreign ownership in the bank’s shares to 40 percent. This comes in preparation for submitting it to the bank’s general assembly to discuss and take the appropriate decision. Such an important step comes in response to strong demand from […]

With more than 40 fun and interactive workshops ranging from creative photography lessons to hands-on sessions incorporating arts and science activities, children have plenty of options to remain entertained at the 40th edition of the Sharjah International Book Fair this year, that runs from November 3 – 13 at Expo Centre Sharjah. The workshops will […]