Film plays a central role at the Xposure International Photography Festival 2026, with a dedicated Cinema programme and an expanded slate of film-focused workshops shaping a comprehensive space for moving-image storytelling. Across screenings, discussions, and hands-on learning, the festival presents cinema as a powerful visual language. The Xposure Cinema programme brings together documentaries, short films, […]

The opening day of the Xposure International Photography Festival 2026 drew a strong public turnout as visitors gathered at Aljada in Sharjah to attend the inaugural day of the festival’s 10th edition, held under the theme “A Decade of Visual Storytelling”. Audiences explored a wide range of activities across the festival grounds, including interactive displays, […]

Sheikh Khaled bin Abdullah bin Sultan Al Qasimi, Chairman of Sharjah Ports, Customs, and Free Zone Authority, officially opened, today, Wednesday, the seventh edition of the Jewels of Emirates Show. Following the inauguration, Sheikh Khaled bin Abdullah Al Qasimi toured the exhibition halls, reviewing the latest luxury jewellery collections and gold and diamond sets. He […]

High-level discussions on the startup ecosystem and practical models for economic and social development will anchor the Impact Zone at the 9th Sharjah Entrepreneurship Festival (SEF), with 30 keynote talks and panel discussions led by more than 45  global and regional speakers, drawing world-renowned business leaders, creatives, and changemakers into dialogue with the global entrepreneurial […]

Sharjah Charity International (SCI) is stepping up preparations for the Holy Month of Ramadan, aiming to distribute 1.2 million iftar meals as part of its annual Ramadan campaign, Jood. The initiative includes the distribution of 900,000 meals across cities and areas of Sharjah, in addition to 300,000 meals in 51 countries abroad, reflecting the organisation’s […]

The 10th edition of Xposure International Photography Festival, taking place from 29 January to 4 February 2026 at Aljada, Sharjah, will present an expanded film programme that places cinema at the centre of its milestone edition, led by headline global conversations, 66 curated film screenings and the introduction of an outdoor cinema component. Organised by […]

Expo Centre Sharjah is set to launch the seventh edition of the Jewels of Emirates Show, scheduled to take place from 28th January to 1st February 2025. Organised by Expo Centre Sharjah with support from the Sharjah Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SCCI), this year’s edition will feature over 180 top UAE jewellery makers, more […]

Sharjah Taxi announced that it transported more than 9.31 million passengers in 2025, achieving a growth of over 25% compared to 2024. This included 917,000 passengers who booked their journeys through the smart application “Yango”, in addition to 760,000 passengers served across the Eastern and Central regions. Khalid Al Kindi, Managing Director, Sharjah Taxi,said:”These figures […]

Sharjah Book Authority (SBA) concluded its participation in the New Delhi World Book Fair 2026, that took place from 10 to 18 January at the Bharat Mandapam Convention Centre in Pragati Maidan, New Delhi. The participation comes as part of the Authority’s vision to strengthen Sharjah’s presence on the global cultural scene and to expand […]

The second edition of the Sharjah Festival of African Literature hosted a panel discussion titled “Echoes of Our Tongues” which examined the role of language in preserving memory and building cultural bridges. The session explored how books move between languages, carrying with them layers of history, imagination, and identity as they travel across borders. The […]

A panel discussion at the 2nd edition of the Sharjah Festival of African Literature (SFAL 2026) examined the challenges faced by female writers and questioned the validity of categorising creative work as “women’s literature.” Titled “Women’s Voices in African and Emirati Literature”, the session brought together Rwandan writer Scholastique Mukasonga and Emirati author Nadia Al […]

H.H. Sheikha Bodour bint Sultan Al Qasimi, Chairperson of the Sharjah Book Authority (SBA), inaugurated the second edition of the Sharjah Festival of African Literature (SFAL), at Sharjah University City on Wednesday under the theme ‘The African Way’. The five-day festival running from January 14-18 was inaugurated by the SBA Chairperson in the presence of […]

Sharjah Asset Management (SAM), the investment arm of the Government of Sharjah, has launched its new strategy for 2026–2028, aimed at supporting the emirate’s economic and social development and strengthening SAM’s role in sustainable growth and responsible investment. The strategy was unveiled during a ceremony at the company’s headquarters, attended by Waleed Al Sayegh, Group […]

BEEAH, the region’s sustainability and innovation pioneer, and Abu Dhabi Future Energy Company PJSC Masdar, a global clean energy leader, have signed a Joint Development Agreement (JDA) to identify and develop utility-scale clean energy projects in Sharjah. The JDA was signed by Khaled Al Huraimel, Group CEO and Vice Chairman of BEEAH, and Mohamed Jameel […]

The activities of the second edition of the Sharjah Literature Festival  concluded earlier this week amid a distinguished public turnout and the participation of a select group of Emirati thinkers, writers, publishers, creatives, artists, and media professionals. The festival followed a week rich in intellectual sessions, poetry evenings, artistic creativity, and diverse cultural and entertainment activities. […]

The Sharjah Investment and Development Authority (Shurooq) has entered into a strategic partnership with Citix MENA to introduce a new smartboard digital network across several of the emirate’s flagship destinations, in a move set to modernize visitor engagement and advance Sharjah’s smart city agenda. Under the agreement, Citix will deploy and operate a new generation […]

The Rubu’ Qarn Centre for Theatre and Performing Arts, an affiliate of the Rub’ Qarn Foundation for Creating Leaders and Innovators, organised its annual “Open Day” event at the headquarters of Sajaya Young Ladies of Sharjah, coinciding with Arab Theatre Day. The event aimed to create an open platform for dialogue with members, attendees, staff, […]

The Sharjah Entrepreneurship Festival (SEF) has unveiled the first lineup of speakers from a distinguished global lineup of more than 300 founders, CEOs, investors, creatives, mentors, and thought leaders set to take part in the 9th edition of the region’s largest entrepreneurship gathering. The announcement signals the scale and ambition of SEF 2026, positioning the […]

Sharjah, widely regarded as the cultural and educational capital of the United Arab Emirates, has become an important hub for both local and international students seeking higher education in recent years. With its modern campuses, internationally accredited programs, and relatively affordable tuition fees, Sharjah stands out as a strong alternative for students looking for a […]

Under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Dr Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Member of the Supreme Council and Ruler of Sharjah, Her Highness Sheikha Bodour bint Sultan Al Qasimi, Chairperson of the Sharjah Book Authority and Honorary President of the Emirates Publishers Association, inaugurated yesterday the second edition of the “Sharjah Literature Festival”. The […]

Expo Centre Sharjah is set to host the 21st edition of SteelFab 2026 exhibition, the largest commercial event for the metalworking industry in the Middle East and North Africa. Running from 12 to 15 January 2026, the four-day exhibition will feature over 600 major local and global brands and 350 exhibitors from 33 countries, representing […]

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Curiosity has always been at the heart of the Emirati story. Long before cameras, it shaped journeys across land and sea, found expression in poetry and oral tradition, and fuelled a culture of observation, exploration, and expression. Today, that same instinct lives on through photography, where Emirati creatives are translating science, nature, and emotion into […]