As part of its ongoing efforts to preserve the rich cultural heritage of the Emirate of Sharjah and raise awareness both locally and globally, the Sharjah Archaeology Authority (SAA) organized a seminar titled “Digital Preservation: Ensuring Cultural Legacy”on Friday, on the sidelines of the 46th session of the World Heritage Committee in New Delhi, India. […]

Intelmatix, a leading deep-tech AI company, announced today the successful closure of a $20 million Series A funding round. This round, led by Shorooq Partners, attracted investments from public and private institutions in the region, including Saudi Venture Capital Company (SVC), Saudi Technology Ventures (STV), Olayan Financing Company, Sultan Holdings, Zain Ventures, and Rua Growth […]

Fuelling Sharjah’s and the UAE’s goals to become the world’s best in the Global Food Security Index by 2051, the Sharjah Entrepreneurship Center (Sheraa) has announced the sixth edition of Access Sharjah Challenge (ASC) with AgriTech and Live Health as its two competition tracks. The AED 500,000 challenge is an unmissable opportunity for startups worldwide […]

Jagdamba Global Equipment Solutions, a promoter of Jagdamba Trailers that specializes in heavy industries such as trailers, semi-trailers, steel structures, and oil pipelines, has chosen the Hamriyah Free Zone in Sharjah as the regional headquarters for its first expansion step outside India. The strategic move by Jagdamba not only reflects the growing appeal of the […]

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Sharjah’s House of Wisdom (HoW) has launched its Summer Camps 2024, a 41-day initiative running until August 25, featuring diverse tailored activities specifically for children and youth, igniting their imagination and providing valuable skills for their development. Comprising immersive initiatives, the HoW offers 3 summer camps, including, ‘Al Jazri Digital Innovation, hosted at their Al […]

Digital marketing has evolved significantly over the past five years, driven by advancements in technology, changes in consumer behavior, and the emergence of new platforms and tools. Here’s a detailed look at the key changes and trends that have shaped the digital marketing landscape from 2019 to 2024. Rise of Video Content One of the […]

The Sharjah Book Authority (SBA) has opened applications for Sharjah International Book Fair (SIBF) Awards 2024, a prestigious initiative that honours authors, publishers and translators for their contributions to Arabic and international literature. The deadline for submissions is August 31, 2024, and the winners will be announced during the grand opening ceremony of the 43rd […]

Under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, the 13th edition of the International Government Communication Forum (IGCF 2024) will take place on September 4-5, 2024, at the Expo Centre Sharjah. Organised by the Sharjah Government Media Bureau (SGMB), IGCF 2024, themed ‘Agile […]

A delegation from the Sharjah Chamber of Commerce and Industry has ended a successful visit to the Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Tunis (CCIT), along with several economic institutions and entities in the republic of Tunisia. During the visit, they discussed ways to enhance joint work in key and emerging economic sectors and boost […]

Zyp Technologies has raised $1.5M in Series Pre-A funding led by Shorooq Partners to enable a city-wide launch of Zyp’s electric smart mobility technologies in Lahore, Pakistan, marking a pivotal step towards meeting the nation’s ambitious environmental goals. Existing investor Indus Valley Capital doubled down in this round, and was joined by several angel investors. […]

The Sharjah Book Authority (SBA) has officially opened registration for the 14th edition of the Publishers Conference, scheduled to take place from November 3-5, 2024, and serving as a precursor to the highly anticipated 43rd edition of the Sharjah International Book Fair (SIBF 2024). Prospective participants can register online through the SBA website until August […]

In line with its mission to support and empower women entrepreneurs in the UAE, the Sharjah Business Women Council (SBWC) is sponsoring female-led startups at the upcoming Expand North Star 2024 event, and the anticipated ‘Supernova Challenge 2.0’ pitch competition, taking place at Dubai Harbour from 13-16 October 2024. This strategic initiative aims to give […]

Sharjah Summer Promotions 2024, organised by the Sharjah Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SCCI) in collaboration with the Sharjah Commerce and Tourism Development Authority (SCTDA), held its first grand raffle draw as part of its 21st edition’s series of events. Launched under the slogan “Get set for a summer brimming with discounts and adventures”, the […]

The process of optimizing a website for local searches in order to boost traffic, leads, and brand exposure is known as local SEO. Traditional SEO concentrates on optimizing for national or international search results, but local SEO primarily targets searchers in a specific geographic area. This is the primary distinction between local SEO and traditional SEO. Businesses […]

Sharjah Museums Authority announces the launch of its latest exhibition, “Journey of Discoveries,” at the Sharjah Archaeology Museum. Inaugurated by Aisha Rashid Deemas, Director General of the Sharjah Museums Authority yesterday“Thursday”, the first of its kind exhibition in the UAE and the Emirate of Sharjah, offers an immersive and interactive archaeological experience tailored for children […]

Sharjah Islamic Bank (SIB) announced an increase in its net profit by 25.8%, amounting to AED 622.4 million for the first six months of 2024, compared to AED 494.6 million for the same period of the previous year. Net profit after tax amounted to AED 566.2 million by the end of the first half of […]

The agenda of the Environment and Protected Areas Authority in Sharjah (EPAA) for the current summer vacation season is packed with a rich array of exciting events and activities aimed at young students of both genders across various areas of the Emirate of Sharjah. In collaboration with several government entities, the EPAA is organizing 6 […]

The Organising Committee of the “Al Dhaid Date Festival2024” has finalised all preparations to launch the 8th edition of the highly anticipated event, which will take place from July 25 to 28 at Expo Al Dhaid Organised by the Sharjah Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SCCI), the festival will feature extensive participation from palm farmers […]

In the context of solidifying its competitiveness and leadership by enhancing operational performance and providing services of the highest global standards, Sharjah Airport achieved a 12.4% growth in total passengers in the first half of 2024 compared to the same period last year. It welcomed over 8.3 million passengers over the past six months, while […]

The Sharjah Real Estate Registration Department has announced the publication of the second issue of “Sharjah Real Estate” Magazine, which aims to highlight real estate affairs in the emirate in particular, and the United Arab Emirates in general, while also presenting the latest technical innovations related to real estate. The new issue was rich with […]

Sharjah Publishing City Free Zone (SPC Free Zone), in collaboration with FedEx, recently hosted an exclusive networking event for its registered entrepreneurs and SMEs. The event provided invaluable insights into logistics, shipping, imports, and exports from FedEx experts, benefiting businesses of all sizes that were in attendance. SPC Free Zone also provided a platform for […]

Under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Member of the Supreme Council and Ruler of Sharjah, and in the presence of Sheikha Bodour bint Sultan Al Qasimi, Chairperson of the Sharjah Investment and Development Authority (Shurooq), the Sharjah Archaeology Authority (SAA) inaugurated the ‘Mleiha: An Arabian Kingdom on the […]

Sharjah Publishing City Free Zone (SPC Free Zone) and Aramex have recently inked a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to enhance collaboration and provide mutual benefits to their client bases. This strategic partnership aims to streamline services between the two entities and increase communications to their respective customer databases. The MoU between SPC Free Zone and […]

House of Wisdom (HoW) recently concluded its latest “Book Club” session, highlighting insightful discussions on three notable and influential works in resilience literature and human struggle: Mural, The Sympathizer, and Granada. Running from April to the end of June, this round aimed to promote cultural awareness within the community and encourage thoughtful reading, literary criticism, […]

In the first half of 2024, the Department of Government Relations (DGR) of Sharjah embarked on a series of diplomatic missions that underscored its pivotal role in advancing Sharjah’s global influence and sustainable development agenda. Through visits to Italy, France, China, Uzbekistan and Egypt, alongside 28 bilateral meetings within the UAE, DGR facilitated significant partnerships […]

Steering investments towards a wise economy in a rapidly changing world is a strategic decision for foreign investors seeking stable and sustainable growth. Sharjah’s economy, playing a pivotal role in the UAE’s economic landscape, is one of the region’s most diversified and sustainable economies. The emirate’s gross domestic product (GDP) saw a 6.5 percent surge, […]

The 11th Sharjah Government Communication Award (SGCA) is set to revolutionise innovation and creativity for university and school students with two awards: the Universities Challenge, in collaboration with the United Arab Emirates University, and the Artificial Intelligence Skills Camp (AISC), in partnership with the Artificial Intelligence Journalism for Research and Forecasting (AIJRF). These awards offer […]

DealCart, a social e-commerce startup focused on transforming the way Pakistani consumers access essential goods, has successfully raised $3 million Seed in a funding round led by Shorooq Partners and Sturgeon Capital. The round also saw participation from 500 Global, Evolution VC, Rayn Capital, and Khyber Venture Partners. This capital infusion will support DealCart’s mission […]

The Sharjah Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SCCI)reiterated its commitment to enhancing cooperation and partnerships with global companies, investors, and business leaders. It affirmed its goal to bolster economic relations between Sharjah’s business community and their global counterparts, supporting its expansion into regional and international markets, with the aim to facilitate trade exchanges and reinforce […]

During the Sharjah Book Authority’s (SBA) participation at the 2024 Seoul International Book Fair, the largest such event in South Korea, the SBA pavilion proved to be a hub of vibrant cultural exchange, showcasing a diverse collection of Emirati and Arab books. This participation marked another step towards elevating the profile of Arab and Emirati […]

Sharjah Summer Promotions 2024, organised by the Sharjah Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SCCI) in collaboration with the Sharjah Commerce and Tourism Development Authority (SCTDA), commenced today, Monday, across all cities and regions of the emirate. Held under the slogan “Get set for a summer brimming with discounts and adventures”, the shopping festival, which runs […]

The OrganisationalCommittee of Ports and Border Points in the Emirate of Sharjahrecently held its sixth periodic meeting for the year 2024 in the city of Dibba Al-Hisn. The meeting reviewedthe workflow progress of the infrastructure development project at theKhatmMilaha Border Point, which is carried out by the Roads and Transport Authority of the Government of […]

Sharjah Summer Promotions 2024, organised by the Sharjah Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SCCI) in collaboration with the Sharjah Commerce and Tourism Development Authority (SCTDA), commenced today, Monday, across all cities and regions of the emirate. Held under the slogan “Get set for a summer brimming with discounts and adventures”, the shopping festival, which runs […]