In line with its strategy of educating and upskilling its members, the Sharjah Girl Guides (SGG) curated a series of activities that comprised workshops, camps and competitions for Brownies, Guides and Senior Guides in December 2021, to nurture the creative talents, capabilities and skillsets of members of all age groups. December’s activities included the ‘UAE […]

The Department of Statistics and Community Development (DSCD) is conducting the learning difficulties survey to identify key challenges that face students with learning difficulties in Sharjah’s elementary schools. The survey is being conducted in collaboration with the Sharjah Center for Learning Difficulties (SCLD). The survey sheds light on families’ and teachers’ awareness of the challenges […]

His Highness Dr. Sheikh Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi, Member of the Supreme Council and Ruler of Sharjah, has approved AED34.4 billion for the 2022 general budget for the Emirate of Sharjah. This is in line with the emirate’s strategic vision regarding promoting economic and social development, enhancing financial sustainability, and stimulating the overall economy. […]

HE Lalu Samuel, Chairman of Kingston Holdings Group and Chairman of the Representative Committee of the Industry Sector at the Sharjah Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SCCI), stressed that Sharjah’s general budget for the upcoming fiscal year 2022,provides all economic sectors with a solid ground to continue their progress of growth and prosperity. “The AED […]

The sixth edition of Xposure International Photography Festival – the largest premier photography and imaging show in the MENA region – is all set to expand the visual literacy of audiences in the UAE through the lens of internationally renowned photographers whose compelling and insightful perspectives and the causes they champion will be unveiled to […]

Inspired by the emirate’s well-known slogan,‘Smile, you are in Sharjah’, the Sharjah Digital Office (SDO) has launched the ‘Smile… it’s easy’ campaign to introduce and drive awareness of the portfolio of services under the Digital Sharjah platform and mobile application that seeks to advance quality of life of citizens and residents through an advanced digital […]

The family-friendly and popular destinations from Sharjah Investment and Development Authority (Shurooq) are all set to celebrate New Year’s Eve. From Fireworks displays to amazing dining experiences to adventure overnight camping, each destination has specially curated events for welcoming the New Year, on 31 December. Like in the previous years, a 10-minute long fabulous fireworks […]

The Hamriyah Free Zone Authority (HFZA) has added another industry leader to its investor base after the Indian Grankraft company, specializing in metal production for building iconic landmarks, has leased approximately 323,000 sq ft plots of land, with an investment value of AED 22 million in the first phase and AED 45 million in the […]

The Sharjah Book Authority (SBA) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Meeting for Friendship amongst Peoples (Rimini Meeting), Italy and Europe’s leading cross-cultural entity that hosts the world’s most notable thought and enlightenment leaders,to strengthen and create new channels of communication between Emirati, Arab and European cultures and launch bilateral initiatives and […]

Sharjah Airport welcomed the return of Turkish Airlines with the flights of, AnadoluJet, the brand of Turkish Airlines, from İstanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport to Sharjah, and vice versa. This comes to take advantage of the increasing demand for travel to and from the emirate and given the strategic location of Sharjah Airport, the services it […]

His Highness Sheikh Sultan bin Ahmed Al Qasimi, Deputy Ruler of Sharjah, and Chairman of the Sharjah Media Council (SMC),has inaugurated Gallery X, a permanent photography exhibition curated by the Xposure International Photography Festival at Al Majaz Amphitheatre. Inaugurated today (Monday), Gallery X celebrates the artistic excellence of talented emerging and acclaimed photographers worldwide and […]

The Department of Statistics and Community Development (DSCD) in Sharjah has recently launched a foreign investment survey in Sharjah in collaboration with the Federal Competitiveness and Statistics Centre (FCSC). The key survey aims to monitor the emirate’s economic performance and identify the latest trends, particularly foreign investment in the emirate, through a clear analysis of […]

Souq Al Haraj, one of the projects of the Sharjah Asset Management, the investment arm of the Government of Sharjah, is witnessing a lively turnout from SUV and sports car enthusiasts, as this weather of the year is considered an encouraging factor for driving in the mountainous areas, sand dunes, and hiking away from the […]

Hundreds of visitors were seen flocking to “Furniture 360” and “Trendz 2021” exhibitions, organized by the Expo Center Sharjah with the support of the Sharjah Chamber of Commerce and Industry, seeking to grab their favorite items of furniture, home furnishings, fashion and accessories. Here are five compelling reasons to visit both exhibitions which run until […]

The Sharjah Book Authority (SBA) has announced Italy as the Guest of Honour of the 41st edition of the Sharjah International Book Fair (SIBF), slated for November 2022. A stellar gathering of Italian authors, artists and publishers will promote the arts, literature and culture of the Guest of Honour country at the 2022 edition of […]

The Sharjah Entrepreneurship Center (Sheraa), in partnership with the Ministry of Culture and Youth,recently launched the Access Sharjah Challenge, an integrated platform that connects digital startups to relevant public and private entities in Sharjah and across the UAE, with the aim of contributing to the development and growth of the nation’s creative economy. Under the […]

In a move aimed at providing talents from around the world an opportunity to participate in the 13th edition of the Sharjah Munshid programme, online auditions for the contest have been announced from December 18 to January 2, 2022. Sharjah Munshid is organised by Sharjah TV – an affiliate of the Sharjah Broadcasting Authority (SBA). […]

The 3rd edition of Sharjah Shopping Promotions, organized by the Sharjah Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SCCI), kicked off today Wednesday in all cities and regions of the emirate and runs until January 31, 2022. The 48-day event sees the participation of a large number of shopping centers and retail stores in the Emirate of […]

The Xposure International Photography Festival, organised by the Sharjah Government Media Bureau (SGMB), is offering an immersive photography experience,and making art accessible throughout the year with the launch of Gallery X, a permanent gallery dedicated to showcasing a curated selection of works by some of the world’s best photographers. With a new exhibition featured every […]

The Environment and Protected Areas Authority in Sharjah (EPAA) launched the “A Day in the Reserve” programme, which is distributed over four sites on specific dates, from December 12 to 23, the KhorKalba Mangrove Center, Wasit Wetland Center, Geological Park in Al Buhais, and Al Muntather Reserve. The program includes families of different nationalities, contributing […]

What began five years ago for NAMA Women Advancement (NAMA) as a mission to advance gender equality by creating enabling environments in support of inclusive growth and development, is today transforming the lives of thousands of women, not only in the UAE and the region but in many countries across the world. Founded by  His […]

Furthering its mission to empower young girls and adolescents in the emirate tap into their fullest potential and shape holistic personalities, Sharjah Girl Guides (SGG) has recently concluded eight expert-led workshops geared towards enabling Senior Guides, Guides and Brownies to strengthen both their intellect and creativity on their journeys to becoming the future leaders. Covering […]

The 3rd Furniture 360’ and 2nd “Trendz 2021” exhibitions, organized by the Expo Centre Sharjah with the support of the Sharjah Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SCCI), have begun today Monday. Over 40 international and local leading companies specializing in the furniture and home furnishing industry, fashion and accessories are taking part in the two […]

Curtains came down on a vibrant, fun-fuelled extravaganza as the inaugural edition of the Sharjah Events Festival attracted more than 15,000 residents and visitors who flocked to Al Majaz Amphitheatre over the course of two days to experience an open-air carnival featuring an exciting mix of live music, traditional dancing, roaming parades, lively competitions, and […]

Sharjah Media City (Shams) announced the three winners in its Podcast Competition, launched in November 2021 to attract talented and aspiring podcasters to hone their skills and empower them to become professional podcasters in the UAE and the region. The winners were Muna Al Dhaheri with her podcast ‘365 days in the Zoo’, Joel Michael […]

UAE-based chefs Majed Al Sabagh and his wife, BadyaKhiraledeen, cooked up a delicious storm at the Sharjah Events Festival with live cooking demonstrations that focused on healthy eating and the use of fresh, locally available ingredients. The ‘Cookery Corner’ was a popular attraction at the two-day event as children and adults alike flocked to learn […]

Colour, fun, adventure, and creativity all came together in spectacular fashion at the first-ever Sharjah Events Festival, which has now firmly secured its place as a must-see event on Sharjah’s annual cultural calendar. Organised by Sharjah Events, an initiative of the Sharjah Government Media Bureau (SGMB) under the slogan #SeeSharjah, the opening day saw little […]

Sharjah’s retail industry will be witnessing heavy commercial traffic from 14 to 19 December, where the Expo Centre is organizing and hosting the 2nd ‘Furniture 360’ and the 1st ‘Trendz 2020’ exhibitions. The two major events bring together over …….  companies of the leading local and international companies in the fields of home furniture and […]

The Sharjah Government Media Bureau (SGMB) organised three interactive workshops to shed light on the careful planning and tactical strategies essential for media reporting and the requisite skills to harness the potential of social media platforms to communicate effectively with the public. The three workshops were held as part of the debut Sharjah Events Festival. […]

A unique mask-making workshop that enabled participants to visualise many elements of their colourful and richly detailed creations in augmented reality was a prime attraction at the Sharjah Events Festival. Kids under 12 lined up with their parents in long queues awaiting their turn at the creative workshop that combined light-hearted fun with practical lessons […]

Building bridges is not easy work, even with Lego bricks. And when the structure is tested with heavy weights, that reason is enough to come up with a fool proof model – as young participants and their guardians discovered at the Lego Challenge organised by Sharjah Book Authorityduring the first-ever Sharjah Events Festival at Al […]

Gigantic colourful dragons and serpents floated through the air while spectacular birds of prey descended on the grounds of the Al Majaz Amphitheatre where the debut edition of Sharjah Events Festival celebrated the spirit of fun and gaiety over a full weekend. The Fantastical Flying Fantasy Procession, evoked delight and joy amongst families and visitors, […]

A model of the oldest pearl necklace found in the region, dating to more than 7,000 years, was a star attraction at the Sharjah Events Festival where a mobile ‘Museums Express’ showcased a collection of artefacts from eight of Sharjah’s 16 museums. An initiative of the Sharjah Museums Authority, the mobile museum blended education and […]

The fascination and nostalgia for vintage cars has not died down, as was evident at the family-friendly Sharjah Events Festival where a collection of classic and vintage cars attracted the attention of both the general public and classic car enthusiasts. Organised by Sharjah Investment and Development Authority (Shurooq), the nearly one dozen collection of cars […]

Al Qasba, a premier family friendly destination from Sharjah Investment and Development Authority (Shurooq), is back with the 3rd edition of “Reflection”, the festival of Music, Art and Knowledge. Organized under the theme of ‘Hope: Light at the end of the tunnel’, as a metaphoric expression and indication that a long period of difficulty is […]

Cohesion Plus is delighted to announce that it will be working with Sharjah Performing ArtsAcademy (SPAA) in the new year as part of the UK-UAE Cultural Professionals Connect programme which is a grant programme funded by the FCDO and delivered in partnership with the British Council in UAE to foster international mobility, networking and creative exchanges […]

A high adrenaline fast paced show of adventure water sports thrilled families and visitors at the Sharjah Events Festival as a team of marine enthusiasts charged out of the tranquil waters of the Khalid Lagoon surrounding the Al Majaz Amphitheatre, the venue of the two-day festival. Led by professionals from the Sharjah International Marine Sports […]

The opening day of the Sharjah Events Festival witnessed an energetic contest of skill, speed and dexterity as eager young visitors raced against each other on stationary cycles to light up the iconic Al Majaz Amphitheatre. In teams of six, children lined up to take their place on the cycles as a facilitator instructed them […]

Participants at an illustration workshop hosted by Sharjah Book Authority on the opening day of the debut edition of Sharjah Events Festival at Al Majaz Amphitheatre, were encouraged to give free rein to their imagination to conjure up the image of the rabbit on the moon. Leading the ‘Visual Content Industry’ workshop, Mexican illustrator Gerardo […]

The majestic lawns of Al Majaz Amphitheatre transformed into a relaxed outdoor movie theatre setting for visitors at the debut edition of the two-day Sharjah Events Festival. Organised by Sharjah Events, an initiative of the Sharjah Government Media Bureau (SGMB), under the slogan #SeeSharjah, families were treated to a choice of children’s movies from around […]

A towering steel swing set that offered a magical experience of swinging through sheets of pouring water without getting wet attracted children and adults alike at the two-day Sharjah Events Festival. The dramatic experience of both suspense and relief as the waterfall magically moves apart when you swing through the air brought squeals of delight […]

In a thrilling encounter, Oscar Piastri secured the Formula Two World Championship at Yas Marina Circuit on Saturday as the Australian driver took the final spot on the podium in Sprint Race 1 to clinch the title, capturing his third title in three years to put the final touches on a remarkable junior career.   […]

Sharjah’s iconic Al Majaz Amphitheatre was decked in a dazzling display of colour and lights as the grand venue that hosts world-class cultural, theatrical, and musical performances welcomed families and visitors at the first-ever Sharjah Events Festival. Set in the heart of the Khalid Lagoon, the grandeur of the magnificent edifice came alive with scintillating […]

The Sharjah Commerce and Tourism Development Authority (SCTDA) launched its 10-week ‘Find Your Sharjah’ campaign on December 9, 2021, offering visitors to the emirate special tourism packages, including hotel accommodation, events, and activities. Launched by SCTDA in collaboration with a network of strategic partners in Sharjah’s tourism and hospitality sector, the initiative aims to promote […]

His Highness Sheikh Sultan bin Ahmed Al Qasimi, Deputy Ruler of Sharjah and Chairman of the Sharjah MediaCouncil, has emphasised that the annual calendar of events organised by various Sharjah government and private entities and institutions are varied and diverse and meets the interests and demands of all segments of the community while also supporting […]

The first-ever Sharjah Events Festival unveils tomorrow (Friday, December 10), offering families across the UAE a unique opportunity to enjoy a memorable weekend together in the picturesque outdoor settings of the Al Majaz Amphitheatre. From live music, traditional dances, film screenings and competitions to plenty of fun activities designed for people of all age groups […]

Sharjah Media City (Shams) joined the World Conference on Creative Economy, hosted by the Ministry of Culture and Youth at the Dubai Exhibition Centre – Expo 2020 Dubai, to highlight the competitive advantages it offers companies and entrepreneurs looking to do business or launch startups across various sectors, primarily media. Shams is taking part in […]

The Expo Centre Sharjah received a high-level diplomatic delegation from Kyrgyzstan led by HE Timurbek Erkinov, Adviser to the Prime Minister of the Kyrgyz Republic, and accompanied by HE Timur Abdul Jalil, Consul General of the Kyrgyz Republic in Dubai and the Northern Emirates. The delegation was received by HE Saif Mohammed Al Midfa, CEO, […]

A two-day family carnival featuring a vibrant and exciting mix of live music, traditional dances, competitions,and plenty of fun activities is set to transform the spectacular outdoor setting of Al Majaz Amphitheatre as the first edition of the Sharjah Events Festival gets underway from December 10 – 11. Organised by Sharjah Events – a unique […]

Continuing her in-person assessments of pandemic-hit publishing markets worldwide, Bodour Al Qasimi, President of the International Publishers Association (IPA), was in Rome to meet with members of the Italian Publishers Association. While there, she learned more about their challenges and offered an overview of the IPA initiatives designed to empower global industry stakeholders, putting them […]

The Sharjah Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SCCI) stressed the importance of strengthening economic relations between the Emirate of Sharjah and the Republic of India, by highlighting the available investment opportunities and the facilities and incentives offered by both sides in various vital sectors. This came during the Sharjah-India business forum organized by the SCCI […]

Sharjah Commerce and Tourism Development Authority has launched the ‘Find Your Sharjah’ campaign in collaboration with a network of strategic partners in the tourism and hospitality sector to promote the diverse tourism offering in the emirate and highlight its cultural, family, environmental, and historical attractions. Running from December 9 to February 19, 2022, the initiative […]

FUNN, the Sharjah-based organisation dedicated to promoting and supporting media arts learning among children and the youth, announced a new approach for its annual FUNNtastic Winter Camp, which will take place from 18th to 22nd December. To be held at the AlJada multipurpose indoor hall in Sharjah, the five-day camp, themed, “Into the Spotlight!,” will […]

FUNN, the Sharjah-based organisation dedicated to promoting and supporting media arts learning among children and youth, has announced an exciting new approach for its annual FUNNtastic Winter Camp, taking place from December 18 – 22. Being held at the AlJada multipurpose indoor hall in Sharjah, the camp themed ‘Into the Spotlight!’, will take a slight […]

Sharjah heralded the nation’s momentous 50th National Day by organising a series of festive events in cities and towns across the emirate from November 23 to December 3. Organised by the Sharjah National Day Celebrations Committee, the series of cultural, art and entertainment activities comprising 2 music concerts, 35 educational workshops, 25 art exhibitions. 13 […]

During its fourth and final board meeting for the year 2021 held recently, the Emirates Publishers Association (EPA) discussed the outcomes of the objectives set by the entity during its previous meetings. The board members also approved the EPA’s projects and partnerships for 2022, alsongside having strategic discussions on specific projects that will be designed […]

Sharjah heralded the nation’s momentous 50th National Day by organising a series of festive events in cities and towns across the emirate from November 23 to December 3. Organised by the Sharjah National Day Celebrations Committee, the series of cultural, art and entertainment activities comprising 2 music concerts, 35 educational workshops, 25 art exhibitions. 13 […]

Emirati novelist Noura Al Noman, winner of the 2013 Etisalat Award for Arabic Children’s Literature in the Young Adult Book category, has emphasised that the science fiction genre is rooted in advanced scientific concepts and technical developments that help us both analyse reality and anticipate the future. Speaking at an inspiring talk held on the […]

Sharjah Events, an initiative of the Sharjah Government Media Bureau (SGMB), has announced the first edition of the Sharjah Events Festival, slated to take place on December 10 – 11, in the Al Majaz Amphitheatre. Carrying the slogan, #See_Sharjah, the two-day event is free to attend and targets all members of the UAE community through […]

The Sharjah Book Authority’s (SBA) pavilion at the 34th edition of Guadalajara International Book Fair (FIL 2021) has been attracting massive footfalls. As the only representative from the Arab world at the event, SBA’s pavilion serves as the sole gateway for Latin American readers to acquaint themselves with Emirati and Arab literary culture. This is […]