The 12th Sharjah International Book Fair (SIBF) Publishers Conference has highlighted how stakeholders in the publishing industry are working to leverage their IP (intellectual property) and develop innovative income streams as the content industry continues to transform and evolve at an unprecedented rate. On the second day of the 12th SIBF Publishers Conference at Expo […]

The 41st Sharjah International Book Fair (SIBF) is offering all visitors the opportunity to explore and read centuries-old rare Arabic and Islamic manuscripts and books – some dating to the 13th century CE, and which will be showcased for the very first time in the Middle East. Through a special exhibition at the 12-day cultural […]

Sharjah Taxi, a subsidiary of Sharjah Asset Management Company, investment arm of the Government of Sharjah, is seeking to increase the number of its hybrid vehicle fleet cars that operate dually on both fuel and electricity. This decision is in line with the Emirate’s vision to rationalize the use of energy, in accordance with its […]

The Sharjah Commerce and Tourism Development Authority (SCTDA) affirmed that the emirate’s tourism and hospitality sector has witnessed significant growth in the past year and that the launch of mega tourism facilities and projects during the pandemic reflects the strength and resilience of Sharjah economy and reinforces Sharjah’s status as a prominent international tourism destination. […]

The Sharjah Book Authority (SBA) has announced that the 12th edition of the Sharjah International Book Fair (SIBF) Publishers Conference, an annual industry-wide event for the publishing sector held ahead of the 41st SIBF, has received participation requests from 971 publishing houses, literary agents, and rights professionals from 92 countries. The high turnout this year […]

Are you looking for a perfect place to celebrate your child’s birthday? Don’t miss Sharjah’s Al Noor Island. The picturesque family destination from Sharjah Investment and Development Authority (Shurooq) offers an outstanding venue and an array of fun activities to celebrate a birthday party that will forever capture the kid’s imagination. With the uniquely designed […]

Expo Al Dhaid will witness tomorrow the start of the fourth Adventure and Camping Exhibition 2022, organized with the support of Sharjah Chamber of Commerce and Industry under the supervision of Expo Centre Sharjah. The exhibition takes place in the period 26-30 October on an area of 3000 square metres indoors and outdoors, with the […]

Majid Al Futtaim Communities, part of Majid Al Futtaim Properties and Sharjah Holding, and Sharjah Holding today announced that the handover of the first phase of Al Yasmeen at Al Zahia, Sharjah’s premier lifestyle destination, has started. This follows the issuance of certification by Bureau Veritas (BV), a world leader in testing, inspection, and certification […]

With over 9.5 million passengers recorded at the end of the third quarter of 2022, Sharjah Airport marks another milestone displaying exceptional performance, with a growth rate of 141 per cent, as compared to 3.9 million passengers in the third quarter of 2021. Additionally, aircraft movement at the Airport also increased by 81.65 per cent […]

The 2022 International Booker Prize winner Geetanjali Shree; holistic wellness guru and author of The Seven Spiritual Laws of Success, Deepak Chopra; Shoaib Akhtar, a phenomenal cricketer and author of Controversially Yours: An Autobiography; and Big Nate cartoonist Lincoln Peirce will lead the line-up of 27 acclaimed international bestselling authors, award-winning novelists, and thriller writers […]

The Sharjah Commerce and Tourism Authority (SCTDA) has travelled further eastwards with a comprehensive three-nation Far East Asia Roadshow 2022 to highlight and promote the Emirate of Sharjah whose potential as a world-class hub for tourism continues to grow exponentially with numerous new developments emerging in a variety of sub-sectors including leisure, hospitality, retail, culture, […]

The 18th edition of the International Education Show kicked off today (Wednesday) at Expo Centre Sharjah, bringing together more than 100 exhibitors from the most prestigious international universities in the US, Canada, Saudi Arabia, and India, in addition to distinguished universities from other countries, an increase of about 33% compared to the previous edition. Organized […]

With a total of 623 vibrant and edutainment activities lined up for the 41st edition of the Sharjah International Book Fair (SIBF 2022) that runs from November 2 – 13 at Expo Centre Sharjah, young visitors have plenty of options to keep themselves entertained through interactive workshops, theatre shows, and edutainment activities led by 45 […]

Sharjah Performing Arts Academy (SPAA), a world-leading performing arts educational institution, has announced the launch of live auditions and interviews, as well as campus tours, theatrical workshops and vocational masterclasses, which will prepare raw talent to develop into the performing arts stars, directors and award-winning producers of tomorrow. During the open days and auditions which […]

The Expo Centre Sharjah has announced that it will host, for the first time, the Gulf Coatings Show 2022, bringing together a large spectrum of major local and international companies specialized in the manufacture of paints and related products. Organised by Nuremberg Messe Exhibition Center, the three-day event will kick off on Monday, October 17, […]

Visitors at the 9th Sharjah International Film Festival for Children and Youth (SIFF) were in for an exciting surprise on Thursday night when ‘The Joker’ made an appearance at the festival venue at Al Jawaher Reception and Convention Centre, Sharjah. Dressed in a flaming red suit, Batman’s arch nemesis – identified by his signature appearance […]

Consolidating its role as an international partner in promoting child-friendly policies and actions, the Sharjah Child Friendly Office (SCFO) has represented the UAE and shared knowledge, best practices and ideas at the 10th Child in the City Conference 2022 (CiTC) that concluded on October  7, 2022 in Dublin, Ireland. SCFO, a subsidiary of the Supreme […]

Under the directives of His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi, Member of the Supreme Council and Ruler of Sharjah, the Sharjah Investment and Development Authority (Shurooq), has announced a new project that will transform the Kalba Beach into a leading hub of tourism in the emirate’s eastern region. With restaurants, cafés, kiosks, […]

Under the patronage of her Sheikha Jawaher bint Mohammed Al Qasimi, Chairperson of the Supreme Council for Family Affairs, the 9th Sharjah International Film Festival for Children and Youth (SIFF) will kick off tomorrow evening (Monday) with an inclusive cultural programme comprising 95 films from 43 countries, and will feature 34 workshops and 8 insightful […]

A huge turnout of visitors has flocked to the 50th edition of the Watch & Jewellery Middle East Show (WJMES), now in its fifth day, to take advantage of its fantastic offerings and valuable prizes allocated for visitors in celebration of its golden jubilee and to view spectacular watch and jewellery collections being showcased by […]

The 50th edition of the Watch &Jewellery Middle East Show (WJMES) continues to captivate visitors with a variety of limited-edition and unique masterpieces of stunning watch and jewellery collections that were exclusively designed to be unveiled during the current edition, which will run until October 9. The Turkish jeweler ” KiswaJewellery” displayed special gold crafts […]

A number of international delegations from various countries have visited the Expo Centre Sharjah to discuss ways to strengthen cooperation and exchange expertise in the field of exhibitions and conferences. The meetings were held on the sidelines of the 50th edition of the Watch & Jewellery Middle East Show (WJMES), which is being hosted by […]

Behold, lovers of cinema, as the Sharjah International Film Festival for Children and Youth (SIFF) 2022 announces a whopping 65 Middle Eastern (ME) premiers that will treat you to a gorgeous blend of facts and fiction at the region’s only film festival designed exclusively for younger generations, with daily screenings from October 10 – 15 […]

The 50th edition of the Watch & Jewellery Middle East Show (WJMES) kicked off today (Wednesday) at Expo Centre Sharjah, bringing together more than 400 exhibitors from prominent watch and jewellery businesses from across the world, as well as more than 500 local and foreign brands. This is the highest number of exhibitors that the […]

Sharjah Performing Arts Academy (SPAA), a world-leading performing arts education and training institution, has announced the launch of admissions for the new academic year, alongside a schedule of live auditions and interviews, open days, workshops, masterclasses, facility tours,networking events and productions set to inspire prospective students. Opening in 2019 to provide world-class professional conservatoire style […]

Under the kind auspices of His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi, Member of the Supreme Council and Ruler of the Emirate of Sharjah, the 50th edition of the Watch & Jewellery Middle East Show, organized by Expo Centre Sharjah with the support of the Sharjah Chamber of Commerce and Industry, starts tomorrow […]

The Sharjah FDI Office (Invest in Sharjah) has announced the dates of the sixth edition of its annual flagship event, Sharjah Investment Forum (SIF), which will take place on February 8 – 9 next year at the Jawaher Reception and Convention Centre in Sharjah. The forum’s theme ‘Redefining economies making significant strides for a better […]