The Sharjah Children’s Reading Festival (SCRF 2023) is set to feature an exciting adventure that will leave the audience on the edge of their seats. The twelve-day festival will showcase the children’s play “Alone at Home,” which has been produced by the Sharjah Book Authority (SBA) in collaboration with Nujum from the UAE and Kuwait’s […]

Sharjah Media City (Shams) launched an exclusive ‘DiscountsProgramme’ for its licensed companies, offering them a range of rewarding discounts and incentives, with the aim of improving their experience and offer them added comfort. Shams offers a wide range of commercial activities for entrepreneurs wishing to embark on their journey from the United Arab Emirates. The […]

Expo Centre Sharjah and Microtec Educational Services have joined forces to bolster cooperation in the educational and professional exhibitions and conferences sectors. The two entities signed a partnership agreement to organize joint events within the International Education Show hosted by the Centre, in collaboration with the Sharjah Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SCCI), the Ministry […]

As part of its continuing commitment to deliver high standards of service to customers across the UAE, Arabian Automobiles (AAC), the flagship company of the AW Rostamani Group and the exclusive dealer for Nissan, INFINITI and Renault in Dubai, Sharjah and the Northern Emirates, is announcing its partnership with Sharjah Police as the first dealership […]

Under the directive of the Sharjah Executive Council, the Sharjah Book Authority (SBA) has established a special safety committee in collaboration with relevant government bodies, to oversee the safety and security of visitors attending the 14th Sharjah Children’s Reading Festival (SCRF). The committee held its inaugural meeting on April 25th, 2023, to deliberate on strategies […]

The Sharjah Animation Conference (SAC) taking place from May 3 to May 5 at the Expo Centre Sharjah, will host eight workshops that cover various areas of animation, such as drawing anime-style characters, creating mecha and anime-style heroes, and much more. Attendees can expect to receive valuable insights from top-notch experts in various animation fields, […]

Rafid Automotive Solutions received significant reports during the Eid Al-Fitr holiday.  Of these reports, 786 involved minor road incidents that occurred on the streets of the Emirate of Sharjah and were reported via the Rafid call centre. 167 accidents were also submitted through the company’s application. Additionally, 386 requests for road assistance were received, and […]

The emirate of Sharjah is gearing up to showcase its thriving sustainable eco-tourism sector at the upcoming Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2023. The event, scheduled to take place between 1-4 May at the Dubai World Trade Centre, will focus on sustainability issues within the travel and tourism industry, with its theme being “Working Towards Net […]

The Sharjah Animation Conference (SAC) is set to make waves as it debuts in the cultural hub of Sharjah from the 3rd-5th of May at the Sharjah Expo Centre. Organised by the Sharjah Book Authority (SBA), SAC will bring together a dynamic consortium of award-winning animation producers and notable publishers from around the globe for […]

With a commitment to academic excellence and innovative multidisciplinary teaching, American University of Sharjah (AUS) will showcase its internationally recognized degree programs and wide array of scholarships and financial grants at the Gulf Education and Training Exhibition (GETEX) to be held on April 26-28, 2023 at the Dubai International Convention and Exhibition Centre. GETEX is […]

Great Minds Event Management announces that the Asset Integrity and Process Safety Conference & Exhibition – KSA Edition will take place from the 2nd to the 4th of May 2023 in King Abdullah Cultural Center, Jubail, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. The conference will address the key issues of asset life extension and optimization of maintenance strategies that improves the integrity and reliability of assets while maintaining production capability and reducing operational cost. The […]

The Sharjah Police’s Central Operations Room handled 25,824 calls through its 901 and 999 contact centres during Eid Al Fitr holiday. The police force in Sharjah dealt with 23,006 calls via the 999 contact line and another 2,818 calls via the 901 number, said the Sharjah Police in a statement. The team swiftly received and […]

The Emirate of Sharjah has concluded a successful round of participation in the 50th edition of the London International Book Fair (LBF), forging new connections and partnerships with the European publishing sector. Overseen by the Sharjah Book Authority (SBA), the pavilion functioned as a gateway for the European publishing sector, cultural and intellectual institutions, to […]

Sharjah, a renowned tourist destination throughout the year, takes on a different vibrancy during Eid, offering visitors a family-friendly atmosphere. Known for its fusion of Arab and Islamic culture with a global and human dimension, the diverse environment in Sharjah promises an unparalleled and distinctive experience that will be etched in its visitors’ memories. As […]

Based on the company’s commitment to spreading the values ​​of goodness, giving and happiness among its employees during the holy month, Sharjah Taxi, one of the projects of Sharjah Asset Management, the investment arm of the Emirate of Sharjah, distributed 15,000 meals to Sharjah taxi drivers across various localities, in close cooperation with Sharjah Charity […]

As part of American University of Sharjah’s (AUS) ongoing focus on energy and sustainability, a collaborative research team at AUS is working on designing thermal energy storage systems that will assist in the transition to renewable energy. “Due to environmental concerns, the world is shifting from fossil fuels towards more renewable energy sources, but unlike fossil […]

Irthi Contemporary Crafts Council (ICCC), chaired by Her Highness Sheikha Jawaher bint Mohammed Al Qasimi, wife of His Highness the Ruler of Sharjah, and an affiliate of the UAE-based NAMA Women Advancement (NAMA), has announced its participation at the highly anticipated Milan Design Week 2023. The event, which runs from April 17-23, is the largest […]

The much-anticipated 14th instalment of the Sharjah Children’s Reading Festival is set to commence on May 3rd at the Expo Centre Sharjah, until March 14th. This year’s cultural extravaganza will bring together a programme of 512 featured guests hailing from 66 countries, all poised to deliver an impressive 1,658 engaging workshops and sessions as well […]

Sheikha Bodour bint Sultan Al Qasimi, President of American University of Sharjah (AUS), was in attendance at the AUS Alumni Iftar on April 11. This event, which is organized annually by the Office of Advancement and Alumni Affairs (OAAA), hosted 500 AUS alumni this year in the AUS Main Building Rotunda. In her welcome remarks, […]

The 33rd edition of the Sharjah Ramadan Festival, which was held in different cities and regions of the emirate and organized by the Sharjah Chamber of Commerce and Industry, has yielded positive preliminary results after 20 days of its launch. The shopping centers and shops taking part in the event reported significant increases in revenues […]

Sharjah Airport is continuing its yearly Ramadan tradition by providing Iftar meals to passengers as a gesture of embracing the spiritual values and significance associated with this holy month. Embodying the deep-rooted Emirati traditions, the passengers were greeted by the Airport employees with Iftar meals, dates, and Arabic coffee, in line with its strategy to […]

Alef Group, the leading real estate and retail company in the Emirate of Sharjah, will host Alef Chess Championship, the biggest Chess Championship in the Arab World at Al Mamsha Sharjah in collaboration with Sharjah Cultural Chess Club (SCCC) on April 7 and 8. Over 1,000 participants from different nationalities, along with their families, are […]

The Sharjah Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SCCI) and Sharjah Media City (Shams) have held discussions to explore opportunities for collaboration and enhance coordination to support investors in the emirate. The two sides also discussed exchanging best practices in media promotion and marketing of economic programs, initiatives, and projects, with a particular focus on developing […]

Gulftainer Co. Ltd., a leading privately owned, independent port management and logistics company, reveals a more cost-effective and efficient shipment process for exports coming from Pakistan through the company’s Khorfakkan Container Terminal (KCT). Imports through KCT arrive a day earlier than other ports, resulting in significant cost savings. Shipping companies can save 10-12% of their […]

The Sharjah Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SCCI) has discussed with the Department of Government Relations in Sharjah ways to develop and strengthen cooperation and coordinate the development of effective mechanisms for exploring new markets, creating economic partnerships, and monitoring investment opportunities in various key sectors. Both sides also discussed ways to bolster Sharjah’s position […]

The Expo Centre Sharjah is gearing up to welcome a massive influx of over 150,000 visitors to “Ramadan Nights 2023”, commencing tomorrow (Wednesday) and running until April 21. Spanning 17 days, the event promises a series of distinguished events, enjoyable evenings, and thrilling shopping surprises for residents and visitors of Sharjah. With up to 75% […]

The Sharjah Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SCCI) has distributed hundreds of meals, drinks, and desserts to fasting passers-by on one of the main roads of Sharjah. This comes as part of the annual “Here is Your Iftar” campaign organized by the SCCI’s Corporate Communication Department in collaboration with Sharjah Police. The campaign is also […]

The Pearl Initiative, a business-led non-profit organisation focused on promoting corporate accountability in the Gulf Region, partnered with SABIC to organize a series of four workshops on Gender and Corruption in Saudi Arabia and UAE. SABIC developed the curriculum for the training in collaboration with the B20 integrity and Compliance Task Force.  The training provided […]

His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Mohammed AlQasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, marked the inauguration of “The Arabic Manuscript Collection of El Escorial” Exhibition today (Sunday), at the Sharjah Book Authority (SBA). The event, held in collaboration with El Escorial library, will take place from April 2 to April 9. The exhibition […]

Indulge in a culinary journey around the world at the“WORLD OF FLAVOURS – Al Qasba Food Festival”during Ramadan. Running from 30 March to 8 April 2023, foodies and cooking enthusiasts alike can enjoy an array of mouth-watering dishes and delicacies from different countries in Al Qasba, a family destination under Sharjah Investment and Development Authority […]