A high-level delegation spearheaded by the Department of Government Relations (DGR) in Sharjah has concluded a three-day visit to Oman. The visit, which was held from 28-30 January, 2025, aimed to strengthen cultural and educational collaborations between Omani cultural and heritage institutions and Sharjah-based regional offices of international organisations. The talks focused on cultural heritage, […]

Khalid Al Kindi, General Manager of Sharjah Taxi, has announced exceptional operational results for 2024. The company transported over 7.4 million passengers throughout the year, averaging 20,200 passengers per day. These figures reflect the growing demand for Sharjah Taxi services, underscoring public confidence in the quality and reliability of its fleet, which is dedicated to […]

In line with the “Be Aware” campaign initiated by Sharjah Police General Command in December, the “Capture the Flag” challenge competition kicked off Monday in the Aljada area. The event saw the participation of 200 contestants, including university students and information technology specialists. The competition’s primary goal is to enhance awareness about cybersecurity and equip […]

The 13th International Pharmacy and Medicine Conference (ICPM 2025) revealed the establishment of three new pharmaceutical factories in Sharjah, with a combined investment value of exceeding $84 million (AED308.7 million). The agreements for the new factories were signed during the conference, held at the Sharjah Research, Technology, and Innovation Park. The new facilities will join […]

The fourth Middle East edition of Relay For Life — the region’s largest fundraising event dedicated to supporting cancer patients and survivors — begins tomorrow (Saturday) at the American University of Sharjah. Under the powerful theme of “Worth Living,” the event invites individuals and families from across the globe to participate in a 24-hour event […]

As the largest event of its kind in the region, this year’s Sharjah Entrepreneurship Festival (SEF) is poised to empower and upskill an expected 12,000 attendees with 250+ activities including 45 specially designed workshops and masterclasses tailored to address various aspects of the entrepreneurial journey, including business development, finance, mental health, and global expansion. Expanding […]

Under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, and the directives of Sheikha Bodour Bint Sultan Al Qasimi, Chairperson of the Sharjah Book Authority (SBA), the Sharjah Festival of African Literature (SFAL) is set to debut tomorrow (Friday) at University City in Sharjah. […]

The Sharjah Private Education Authority (SPEA) has signed a memorandum of understanding with “IDT Middle East Educational Consultancy, reflecting its commitment to enhancing the private education system. This agreement was made during their participation in the BETT 2025 exhibition held in London. This partnership aligns with the authority’s strategic vision to improve the quality of […]

The new edition of the Sharjah Real Estate Exhibition – ACRES is set to open Wednesday at Expo Centre Sharjah, under the patronage of H.H. Sheikh Sultan bin Mohammed bin Sultan Al Qasimi, Crown Prince and Deputy Ruler of Sharjah, and will run until 25th January. Organised by the Sharjah Chamber of Commerce and Industry […]

Sharjah’s free zones marked major achievements and milestones in 2024, reinforcing their pivotal role in establishing the emirate as one of the most attractive destinations for local, regional, and international businesses. During the last year, the Hamriyah Free Zone Authority (HFZA) and the Sharjah Airport International Free Zone Authority (SAIF Zone) attracted more than 1,600 […]