Air Arabia, the Middle East and North Africa’s first and largest low-cost carrier (LCC) operator, today announced the launch of its new non-stop flights to Krabi, in Thailand. Starting November 28th, the new service will operate daily from Sharjah International Airport to Krabi International Airport. Schedule to Krabi, effective November 28, 2025 (all times local): […]

The Sharjah Business Women Council (SBWC) and the American University of Sharjah (AUS) convened their third roundtable in a proactive series aimed at empowering female entrepreneurs, this time focusing on the true potential of social entrepreneurship in Sharjah and the UAE. Held at AUS, the event hosted policymakers, academics, innovators, and founders to dissect challenges, […]

The Sharjah Investment and Development Authority (Shurooq) has announced that its 15-year journey of sustainable development has resulted in the completion of 52 projects and tourism and cultural experiences covering over 60 million square feet across Sharjah, with a total investment value of AED7.2 billion through strategic partnerships. These initiatives include three real estate projects […]

Under the leadership of Sheikha Bodour bint Sultan Al Qasimi, Chairperson of the Sharjah Entrepreneurship Center (Sheraa), the Sheraa Board of Advisors convened to chart the organisation’s future direction and next phase of growth. The meeting was held in the presence of H.E. Najla Al Midfa, Vice Chairperson of Sheraa, and H.E. Sara Abdelaziz Al […]

His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Member of the Supreme Council and Ruler of Sharjah, has directed the introduction of a new leave within the emirate’s government employment framework. This newly approved “Care Leave” is designed specifically for working mothers who have given birth to children with disabilities or chronic illnesses. The […]

The 16th Sharjah Children’s Reading Festival (SCRF 2025) has successfully concluded after twelve days of creativity, discovery, and cultural exchange. Held at Expo Centre Sharjah under the theme “Dive Into Books”, this year’s festival welcomed 125,700 visitors from 167 countries, transforming the venue into a lively hub where literature, art, innovation, and imagination intertwine. Organised […]

“Translation is far more than a linguistic process, it’s the exchange of culture and we’re inviting the globe into our worldview,” noted Tamer Said, Director of the Sharjah Literary Agency, setting the tone for an insightful panel discussion at the 3rd edition of the Sharjah Animation Conference (SAC 2025). “Bringing Middle Eastern Stories to Global […]

The 3rd edition of the Sharjah Animation Conference; organised by the Sharjah Book Authority (SBA); crackled with laughter and nostalgia during a talk with twin animation legends Tom and Tony Bancroft, titled, “Disney’s Golden Age: Creating Animation That Lives for Generations.” The duo, known for their witty sense of humour, and more importantly for their […]

Between the magical pages of books and the lively workshops at this year’s Sharjah Children’s Reading Festival (SCRF), there’s another delightful world ready to be explored – the food! If you didn’t know – the 12-day annual festival being held at the Sharjah Expo Centre until May 4 is serving up an incredible variety of […]

The Sharjah Animation Conference (SAC) 2025 featured a riveting roundtable discussion titled “Animation in MENA & Africa: Opportunities & Challenges,” convening leading voices from the region’s animation industry to discuss the evolving sector. This anticipated session brought together Zümrüt Pakoy, MENA Programming and Presentation Director at Warner Bros Discovery; Abdulaziz Othman, CEO of ZEEZ Animation […]