The Sharjah Investment and Development Authority (Shurooq) cordially invites you to attend and cover its participation at the Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2022. Shurooq will mark its physical presence at the event at the Sharjah Commerce and Tourism Development Authority (SCTDA) pavilion. During its participation at the 29th edition of ATM, Shurooq will unveil its new hospitality […]

The highly anticipated 13th edition of the Sharjah Children’s Reading Festival (SCRF), organised by the Sharjah Book Authority (SBA), will be home to 72 diverse and interactive workshops to enhance children’s knowledge and expand their creative horizons. The 12-day cultural extravaganza for children and young adults will be held at Expo Centre Sharjah from May 11 […]

The Ramadan Nights 2022, one of the region’s major shopping events and part of the larger Sharjah Ramadan Festival, concluded on a high note after 15 days of amazing deals, spectacular discounts of up to 75%, and wonderful heritage and family entertainment activities. The event, organized by the Expo Centre Sharjah with the support of […]

The Sharjah Real Estate Registration Department revealed the quarterly performance report for the real estate sector in the Emirate of Sharjah. The total real estate transactions executed reached 21,615 during the first quarter of 2022, with a total value of cash circulation amounting to 6.3 billion dirhams. His Excellency Abdul Aziz Ahmed Al Shamsi, Director […]

With most of the Covid-19 restrictions on gatherings being eased, UAE residents are looking forward to celebrating the Eid in full colors almost after two years. Adding to the excitement and festive ambiance, Popular Destinations under Sharjah Investment and Development Authority (Shurooq) are all geared up with entertaining events and exclusive offers for the Eid […]

Over three million passengers travelled in the first quarter of 2022 through Sharjah Airport, witnessing an increase of 119.2 per cent as compared to 1.3 million passengers in the same period last year. The aircraft movement for the same term also marked an increase in the number of flights by 89 per cent with 21,336 […]

House of Wisdom (HoW) attracted more than 5,000 visitors to its Ramadaniyat pop-up, the first ever outdoor marketplace hosted by Sharjah’s iconic social and cultural hub, which concluded on April 24 (yesterday). The 10-day family-friendly event, HoW’srendition of an age-old Ramadan tradition, featured the UAE’s choicest homegrown independent boutiques and designers, pop-up restaurant outlets, striking […]

True to its name as the cultural capital of the UAE, the emirate of Sharjah views traditional musical arts as tool for cultural communication with countries around the world, noted Emirati researcher Ali Al Abdan at the Emirati Book Fair (EBF). He added that the emirate has a deep interest in musical anthropology – astudy […]

Sharjah’s gross domestic product (GDP) expanded by an annual 4.8% in 2021, as per official data released by the emirate’s Department of Statistics and Community Development (DSCD). With nearly AED 13.05 billion in GDP earnings last year compared to AED 124.6 billion in 2020, the emirate’s economy, particularly the non-oil sectors, accelerated reinforcing its growing status as a regional hub for business, […]

After a successful debut last year, Expo Centre Sharjah has announced that it will host the second edition of the ‘HIVE Furniture’ Show, the region’s first dedicated event focusing on big box retailers and wholesale traders, from June 13 to 16, 2022. The announcement was made on the sidelines of a signing ceremony between HE […]

The Zayed Humanitarian Work Day, which falls on the 19th of Ramadan each year, is observed throughout the region to commemorate the death of the Founding Leader, the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, where Sharjah Real Estate Registration Department (RERD) distributed 1,800 Iftar meals to workers in the city of Sharjah and the […]

Sharjah Museums Authority (SMA) is celebrating 25 years since the inauguration of the Sharjah Art Museum, which first opened its doors in April 1997 to preserve and promote arts. The purpose-built museum which offers free entry to all, is surrounded by old traditional buildings that are preserved by the government of Sharjah as part of […]

Air Arabia, the Middle East and North Africa’s first and largest low-cost carrier (LCC) operator, has announced the resumption of its directflightsbetweenSharjah and four cities in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia;Taif, AlJouf, Gassim, and Hail, starting April 28, 2022. Passengers will enjoy flying directly from Sharjah International Airport to these cities, where frequencies will increase […]

Taking a step forward in its efforts to popularise gender-inclusive practices, particularly in the private sector, NAMA Women Advancement Establishment (NAMA), hosted ‘Connecting with Irtiqa’ event. The event heightened participants’ awareness on ways in which this platform, launched in 2019, can serve as a mentor and an enabler for organisations across sectors to transform their […]

The 32nd Sharjah Ramadan Festival is currently underway, with preliminary indications from the event’s organizer, the Sharjah Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SCCI), showing significant growth in sales and a rebound in the markets since the festival’s launch two weeks ago. The festive atmosphere, various promotions, and entertainment events drew thousands of tourists, visitors, and […]

With twinkling lanterns and tantalising aromas of food, bustling night markets are a staple of Ramadan festivities. The House of Wisdom (HoW) is celebrating this age-old cultural tradition with its own Ramadaniyat pop-up,the first-ever outdoor marketplace hosted by the iconic cultural centre, which runs for ten days until April 24. Offering visitors of all age […]

To encourage wise utilisation of time and bring family members together around a book during Ramadan, award-winning UAE publisher,Kalimat Group, has launched their ‘Ramadan’s Book Library from Kalimat’ initiative, providing young readers with a selection of 30 thrilling and inspiring stories in Arabic from its wide-ranging catalogue of quality children’s literature. Celebrating the spirit of […]

As the opening of the ‘Ramadan Nights 2022’ exhibition approaches, Sharjah residents and visitors prepare to visit the region’s ultimate shopping, entertainment, culinary, and cultural destination, scheduled to operate for 15 days throughout the holy month of Ramadan. Organized and hosted by Expo Centre Sharjah, Ramadan Nights is one of the largest shopping exhibitions in […]

The influential role played by female Emirati writers in developing the cultural landscape of the UAE and Arab world was the focal point of a panel discussion organised by the Sharjah Book Authority (SBA) as part of the emirate’s participation as the London Book Fair (LBF)Market Focus. The discussion, titled ‘Emirati Women Writers, Shaping the […]

The 49th London Book Fair, where Sharjah is being honoured as ‘Market Focus’, brought together HE Ahmed bin Rakkad Al Ameri, Chairman of Sharjah Book Authority (SBA) and David Taylor, Ingram SVP for Content Acquisition International, to discuss the future of the supply chain and print-on-demand services being showcased at Sharjah Publishing City (SPC) Free […]

As part of its participation as Market Focus at the London Book Fair 2022, Sharjah organised a panel discussion at the British Library which brought together leading Emirati authors who introduced the written and spoken traditions of the region, from vernacular Nabati poetry to myths and storytelling, and how these traditions are inspiring contemporary writing. […]

As Market Focus at the 49th London Book Fair (LBF), Sharjah is offering visitors to the exhibition as well as votaries of the English European cultural movement an opportunity to explore closely the aesthetics and techniques of Arabic calligraphy. The Sharjah pavilion at LBF2022 is hosting a collective exhibition by a team of renowned Emirati […]

Sharjah FDI Office (Invest in Sharjah) has announced that the Sharjah Economic Ramadan Majlis (SERM) will return for its eighth edition on Tuesday April 19th, 2022,at the House of Wisdom at 9:00 pm – 11:00 pm,with the theme ‘Emerging Opportunities in Virtual Investments’. To be held in the presence of H.E. Sheikha Bodour bint Sultan […]

Al Noor Island, a popular family destination in Sharjah, has launched “Iftar By The Bay”, a specially designed Iftar experience, that merges the tranquility of the holy month, natural landscapes, and an authentic spread of Ramadan favorites. In the beautifully designed standard seating area along the tranquil lagoon waters, guests can take in the urban […]

The Expo Centre Sharjah has announced its 2022 events calendar, packed with 17 diverse exhibitions beginning on 12th April, with five specialised and innovative events organised in the first quarter of the year, attracting thousands of visitors and exhibitors from all over the world. The Centre’s calendar includes major local and regional exhibitions and events, […]

Hyundai Motor Company Middle East and Africa HQ, in partnership with the Sharjah-based global humanitarian organization, The Big Heart Foundation (TBHF), and the University of Sharjah, announced the launch of ‘Hyundai Continue – Mobility for Food Bank’ charity campaign in the emirate. Hyundai Motor Company Middle East and Africa HQ with the UAE Hyundai General […]

Nine startups under the entrepreneurial ecosystem of Sharjah Entrepreneurship Center (Sheraa) have forged connections with UAE-based investors at the Emirates Angels Open Day networking session, organized in partnership with nonprofit Emirates Angels Investors Association at the House of Wisdom. The event was designed to facilitate access to investments and connections to grow and fund their […]

Sharjahwillbe highlighting the rich and vibrant legacy of Emirati and Arab literature and leading discussions on the current and future challenges impacting the global publishing sector at the 49th London Book Fair (LBF) where the emirate is being honoured as ‘Market Focus’, becoming the first representative of an Arab country to receive this honour. The […]

The ‘Ramadan Nights 2022’ exhibition, organized by the Expo Centre Sharjah with cooperation from the Sharjah Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SCCI), is returning to the Emirate of Sharjah with a new look, exciting surprises, special deals, and exclusive discounts of up to 75%. This year’s exhibition, scheduled to run from 12-26 April, will feature […]

The Sharjah Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SCCI), in cooperation with public and private sector institutions, launched the 32nd Sharjah Ramadan Festival, which features massive emirate-wide events and activities, as well as special deals and valuable prizes offered by the largest stores of the most renowned global brands, laying the groundwork for the Emirate of […]

Sharjah has enriched the Italian cultural landscape by opening a window into the diverse and historically rich traditions of culture, art, and music from the Emirati and Arab worlds at the recently concluded 59th Bologna Children’s Book Fair (BCBF) where the emirate was feted as Guest of Honour. For four days, the emirate unveiled a […]

Shortly after Sharjah’s Guest of Honour participation in Bologna Children’s Book Fair (BCFB) 2022, the UK will now celebrate His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi, Member of the Supreme Council and Ruler of Sharjah’s visionary cultural project,as the emirate takes centre stage at the 49th edition of London Book Fair (LBF) as […]