One of the most important works launched and being exhibited at Xposure 2017 is the ‘Faces of Sharjah’ by award-winning photographer Muhammed Muheisen. The 12-image collection remained the centre of attraction during the first day of the International Photography Festival organised by Sharjah Government Media Bureau (SGMB) running at the Expo Centre Sharjah. Muhammed Muheisen, […]

Aspiring and emerging photographers who participated in Rick Friedman’s “Location Lighting” workshop, embarked on a journey of experiential insights for mastering the art of photography in a diverse lighting atmosphere. The workshop, which kicked off during the first day of Xposure 2017, the International Photography Festival organised by Sharjah Government Media Bureau from Nov 22-25 […]

The ‘NAMA Women Advancement Establishment’ and the New York-based ‘Women Investing in Women Digital’ are calling on women entrepreneurs to participate in the first edition of the ‘Women Economic Empowerment Global Summit’ (WEEGS), where they can connect with investors to expand their businesses. The event, organised by NAMA in collaboration with UN Women, will take […]

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The MENA region’s first ever Relay for Life concluded with a burst of positive energy on Saturday afternoon at American University Sharjah, when participants who had been walking the university’s athletics  track over the previous 24 hours undertook a final ‘Big Balloon Lap.’ The stamina of the ‘relayers’ had received a considerable boost following the […]

“I am glad that I had cancer – it was God’s way of letting me share a positive story with other people.” That was the inspirational message given by Aalya Losloso, a Philippines national and cancer survivor who was participating at the UAE Relay for Life, a 24-hour cancer awareness walkathon and the first such […]

In keeping with its dedication to supporting, empowering and stimulating young entrepreneurs to establish their businesses, the Sharjah Entrepreneurship Centre (Sheraa) has announced that it will be organising the ‘Sharjah Entrepreneurship Festival’ (SEF) on 21-22 November 2017 at the Sharjah Golf and Shooting Club. Themed ‘Recharge Your Entrepreneurial Spirit’, the Sharjah Entrepreneurship Festival is the […]

Having fun and celebrating life was the order of the day at the UAE Relay for Life 24-hour walkathon, the first ever event to be held in the MENA region. Commencing 4pm on Friday and running overnight until the same time yesterday, the serious business of raising awareness and funds for the fight against cancer […]

The Sharjah 2017 Stamp Exhibition, organized by Emirates Philatelic Association in cooperation with Mega Mall Sharjah which opens on Tuesday morning, will take place at Mega Mall from November 14th to 18th. A wide range of collectors, hobbyists and vendors of stamps, coins and paper currencies are expected to participate in the exhibition. The exhibition […]

Sharjah International Book Fair (SIBF) concluded on a record-breaking note on Saturday, with the 36th edition of the world’s third largest book fair attracting 2.38 million visitors over its 11-day run at Expo Centre Sharjah. The figure compares to the 2.31 million visitors that attended last year. SIBF 2017 featured more than 2,600 events and […]

Kalimat, an imprint of Kalimat Group dedicated to publishing Arabic books, takes young readers on a unique adventure through a series of new books that celebrated the brilliance of differently-abled children, who turned challenges into opportunities and did not let obstacles, big or small, dampen their zest for life. In a collection of five stories, […]

Author Jasmine Brett Stringer says she is “a lot of things: lifestyle expert, social media maven, nationally sought-after blogger and, most of all, a person who lives life to the fullest by seizing each and every day.” An audience at Sharjah International Book Fair heard from the writer about the journey she made to reach […]

Preeti Shenoy and Maha Khan Phillips, acclaimed authors from India and Pakistan respectively, shared the stage for a jam-packed student session at Sharjah International Book Fair (SIBF). The interactive question and answer session they hosted, and which was attended by hundreds of children from across schools in the UAE, gave an insight into the authors’ […]

Like a mother gathering her children to read bedtime stories, Lebanese writer Fatima Sharafeddine sparked the imaginations of captivated youngsters as she read aloud at the Kalimat Group’s pavilion during Sharjah International Book Fair. With tales about parts of the body, Fatima read from her picture books, ‘My legs’, ‘My Eyes’ ‘My Ears’ and ‘My […]

Hema Malini, famous Bollywood superstar, addressed an overflowing hall of fans at Sharjah International Book Fair 2017 during. Appearing alongside the veteran actress to discuss her latest biography ‘Beyond the Dream Girl,’ was its author Ram Kamal Mukherjee, with the two taking time to conduct a question and answer session with the audience. The discussion […]

In a world where people resort to war in order to find peace, where innocent lives are lost in the crossfires between right and wrong, and the disillusionment of building a stable future on the foundations of plunder and destruction seems very real, the only hope for a better tomorrow lies with the future generations. […]

Three Emirati authors spoke about their desires to maintain the heritage of traditional storytelling and some of the challenges they faced while trying to produce it to an audience at Sharjah International Book Fair, which is taking place at Expo Centre Sharjah until 11 November. The authors participated in a four-day workshop in April this […]

A room full of journalism students, book lovers and current affairs enthusiasts greeted celebrated Indian media couple Rajdeep Sardesai and Sagarika Ghose at Sharjah International Book Fair (SIBF) 2017. The husband and wife reporting team had arrived to take part in a book discussion at the fair, with the forum starting with the authors explaining […]

As photography takes a leading role in telling some of the most inspiring and powerful stories around the world, Xposure, Sharjah’s first international photography festival, is to use its world-leading photography platform to bring award-winning photographers from around the world to share their inspiring stories on global environmental issues. The upcoming edition of the festival, […]

The Sharjah Department of Statistics and Community Development (DSCD) is at the 36th Sharjah International Book Fair, and is attracting a lot more attention than the average census generators in town with snazzy robots and other interactive digital technologies. In a bid to sensitise the UAE community about their role in community development and welfare […]

Sharjah International Book Fair (SIBF), the third largest book fair in the world, kicks-off tomorrow (Wednesday) with a vast range of literary celebrities and publishers sharing the stage with more than 1.5 million books with the participation of 393 guests from 48 countries taking part in more than 2,600 events. Held under the patronage of […]

With its inspiring architecture, its array of facilities and its high-end services, Al Qasba has continued to maintain its position as one of Sharjah’s premier leisure and family destinations. The popular attraction offers a unique opportunity for visitors to enjoy an exceptional entertainment experience throughout the year. Located near to Khalid Lagoon, which provides easy […]

The much awaited Apple Pay made its debut today in UAE. Six local banks – Emirates NBD, Mashreq, RAKBank, Emirates Islamic, HSBC and Standard Chartered are the first to offer Apple Pay in UAE, supported by Visa and MasterCard. Recent research reveals that card spending has increased substantially in the last couple of years and […]

The Sharjah Investment and Development Authority (Shurooq), one of the most ambitious environmental tourism developers in the Middle East, will be announcing exclusive updates regarding its business management and project expansion during World Travel Market London 2017 being held from 6-8 November. Shurooq, which has helped to drive the region’s luxury eco-tourism industry and attract […]

In conjunction with the Breast Cancer Awareness Month, which is celebrated in October every year, the Sharjah Ladies Club Branches (SLCB) launched a breast cancer awareness programme, featuring an array of seminars, training workshops, sports activities and special membership offers, at Wadi Al Helo, AL Dhaid, Mleiha, Kalba and Dibba Al Hisn. The programme, which […]

The 36th edition of Sharjah International Book Fair (SIBF 2017) is set to amaze young visitors and challenge their creative imaginations with a rich programme of live performances, entertainment acts, acrobatic shows, cultural events a series of workshops in art, literature and writing. The Kids Programme this year will be delivered by more than 44 […]

One of the UAE’s strongest advocates of the Arabic children’s book industry, Kalimat Group, the Sharjah-based publisher of Arabic books, did not miss the opportunity to bring books and young readers together once again at the Sharjah International Children’s Film Festival 2017. With a beautiful book stand and a reading space for children at the […]

The fifth anniversary celebrations of the Sharjah International Children’s Film Festival (SICFF 2017) commenced last evening with a five-tier cinema-themed chocolate cake, a large turnout of young film enthusiasts, animation’s favourite characters, social media influencers, and Hollywood’s wonder boy, Jacob Tremblay. Organised on the last day of the film festival, the colourful celebrations made a […]

  Sajaya Young Ladies of Sharjah (Sajaya), a subsidiary of the Rubu’ Qarn Foundation for Creating Leaders and Innovators (Rubu’ Qarn), performed its first ever operetta on Thursday. Titled ‘Dreams of Colours,’ the musical took place at the Sharjah Cultural Palace theatre. Telling the story of a group of colours that unite to fulfil their […]

A six-day cinematic extravaganza commenced on Sunday evening with the opening of the fifth edition of Sharjah International Children’s Film Festival (SICFF 2017) at the Al Jawaher Reception & Convention Centre. Inaugurated by Sheikha Hoor Al Qasimi, President and Director of Sharjah Art Foundation and organised by FUNN – Sharjah Media Arts for Youth and […]

Expo Centre Sharjah today announced the success of the MidEast Watch and Jewellery Show, which attracted 61,456 visitors for its 43rd edition. The exhibition concluded on October 7 at the Centre, with notable local and international participation. Expo Centre Sharjah confirmed that the exhibition, which was held with the support of the Sharjah Chamber of […]

Majid Al Futtaim’s neighbourhood concept in Sharjah is inviting visitors to leave their stress at the door and participate in the exciting Digital Slingshot game brought to the UAE for the first time ever and exclusively created for visitors to the mall. Shoppers who spend AED 150 at any two stores at the My City […]

In another ambitious move to increase Sharjah’s depth and reach of foreign investment, some of the emirate’s most influential economic drivers met with trade delegates, officials and businesspeople from Hong Kong recently, to present the unique opportunities and incentives which make Sharjah one of the most attractive investment destinations in the region. Sharjah FDI Office […]

Under the gracious patronage of His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, the 43rd Mid East Watch & Jewellery Show will commence today (Tuesday) and will continue up until October 7th at Expo Centre Sharjah. More than 500 of the most renowned companies and brands in […]

In keeping with the rising number of visitors and tourists, City Sightseeing Sharjah, launched by the Sharjah Investment and Development Authority (Shurooq) in collaboration with City Sightseeing Worldwide, has unveiled an increased service and announced new timings of its tours during the winter season. Starting from October, the company will organize daily tours from 9am […]

Sharjah Department of eGovernment (DeG) recently unveiled (Tuesday) the miniature model of the Sharjah Government pavilion for the 37th edition of GITEX Technology Week, the largest ICT event in the MENA region. The Sharjah stand at the world’s third largest ICT trade show, which will be held from October 8th – 12th, 2017 at Dubai […]

Power-packed Eid celebrations are set to unfold at one of Sharjah’s most popular family entertainment destinations, Al Qasba. This will be the first time that Blossom, Bubbles and Buttercup from Cartoon Network’s all-time favourite animation series, the Powerpuff Girls, will be in town to make Eid festivities extra special for visitors, especially the youngsters. Throughout […]

The ongoing Sharjah Summer Campaign organized by the Sharjah Commerce and Tourism Development Authority (SCTDA) continues to offer a wide range of prizes, discounts and special shopping mall events to provide a unique experience for residents and visitors alike. The campaign aims to promote Sharjah as a leading regional and international summer destination in line […]

Flag Island, a premier tourist destination in Sharjah and one ofthe UAE’s most iconic national landmarks, has announced that it is opening registration to enter the ‘Duathlon’ running and cycling race, in cooperation with the Sharjah Triathlon Team, The event, which takes place on Friday, 25 Augustat 5:45am, is open to everyone aged 16 years […]

Coral Beach Resort Sharjah has unveiled a brand new international all-day-dining restaurant ‘Côté Jardin’. Inspired from the French countryside, the outlet’s concept has been defined around French Savoir vivre – modern with traditional mosaic. Elaborating on the design, Haytham Aziz, General Manager of Coral Beach Resort Sharjah, said, “The sea or the mountain is the […]

City Centre Sharjah invites residents and tourists to put the pedal to the metal to get active and win instant prizes every day in an exciting new interactive game this month. The mall, which is owned and operated by Majid Al Futtaim – the leading shopping mall, communities and leisure pioneer across the Middle East, […]

The ‘Vantage Point Sharjah 5’ exhibition was recently launched at the Sharjah Art Foundation’s Gallery 1 & 2 as part of the Sharjah Commerce and Tourism Development Authority’s ongoing ‘Sharjah Summer’ campaign. It is being participated in by 62 amateur and professional photographers from the UAE and across the region. This edition of the Sharjah […]

With the temperature now hitting the high forties, Al Qasba’s extensive cool facilities are proving a popular draw for families wanting to make the most of the long hot summer. Sharjah’s premier leisure, tourism and family destination, with its numerous canal flanked dining and refreshment establishments and array of first-class recreation facilities, is offering a […]

As a part of the ongoing ‘Sharjah Summer’ campaign, Sharjah Commerce and Tourism Development Authority (SCTDA) has revealed the exciting new activities and promotions, including water-based and family oriented events, at the Al Majaz and Al Qasba Waterfront in Sharjah. This falls in line with “Sharjah Tourism Vision 2021”, which aims at positioning the emirate […]

The Emirate of Sharjah’s vision to become one of the world’s leading summer destinations and a global hub for family-oriented leisure and tourism received a new boost with the active participation of the local tourism and hospitality industry in the first ever Sharjah Summer Campaign. The initiative aims to position the emirate as an ideal […]

Residents and tourists in the UAE are set to enjoy the ultimate desert experience with an AED 15 million extension to the Al Badayer Oasis project. A premium leisure development form Sharjah Investment and development Authority (Shurooq), Al Badayer Oasis has announced an expansion to its under-construction facility, with the resort expected to pull in […]

This summer, the Emirate of Sharjah offers fun for the whole family, and invites UAE and GCC residents to linger on and explore the city’s culture and heritage, with countless museums as well as with a host of activities, surprises and entertainment. Keeping in line with the Emirate’s vision, Sheraton Sharjah Beach Resort & Spa […]

Heart of Sharjah, the emirate’s crown jewel for heritage-based lifestyle attractions will be at the heart of a spectacular family summer extravaganza. For the next couple of months until 10 September, residents and tourists looking for value-added leisure need not look any further. Souq Al Shanasiyah, Heart of Sharjah’s vibrant old Souq, is at the […]

As the holidays stretch out in front of students enjoying a break from their schoolwork, Sharjah’s Al Noor Island is providing an ideal solution to keep young minds alert while giving them a sense of responsibility to the environment they must cherish for the rest of their lives. ‘The Island Explorer’ summer programme is based […]

Al Qasba has just announced its programme for the next couple of months, with high quality indoor entertainment on offer for when the mercury hits the top spot. Families wanting to make the most of the UAE’s long hot summer with an array of premium activities are set to be well catered for atSharjah’s popular […]

On the sidelines of the Sharjah Summer campaign, which was launched by the Sharjah Commerce and Tourism Development Authority (SCTDA), Sharjah Museums Department organizes “Happy Holiday Camp” — a fun and exciting program where children can develop their skills and talents through entertaining and interactive creative activities. Kids of all ages are expected to have […]

Signaling a groundbreaking achievement for the UAE and the Arab world, Sharjah has been crowned with the prestigious ‘World Book Capital’ title for 2019 by United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation (UNESCO). The honour is a recognition of the emirate’s pioneering role in supporting and expanding the local and regional publishing industries, promoting reading […]

The Flag Island – Sharjah’s popular tourist and leisure destination – is playing its part in the promotion of health and fitness with the hosting of a 3km recreational race. Taking place on its jogging track before Iftar on Friday June 23, 2017 and held in collaboration with the Sharjah Triathlon, the event aims to […]

Al Qasba, Sharjah’s premier leisure, tourism and family destination, is gearing up to celebrate Eid Al Fitr with a full programme of events and activities, taking children to a whole new world of art and fun. Masrah Al Qasba Theatre will be the focal point for many of the young visitors, hostingsuch events as the […]

Celebrate Eid with a sumptuous Golden Eid Brunch in the beautiful surroundings of Cote Jardin restaurant in Coral Beach Resort Sharjah. The special festive buffet will be available on the 2nd & 3rd day of Eid from 12:30pm to 4pm. As diners indulge in the finest Arabic and international specialties they stand a chance to […]

In just five years, Al Majaz Waterfront has become not just a local tourist destination, it has pinned a place for itself on the regional tourism map, thanks to its world-class facilities and services. As one of the premiere leisure and hospitality destinations, the attraction is ensuring its supreme standards are maintained and reinforced during […]

City Sightseeing Sharjah (CSS) has announced a brand new series of discounted packages over the entire summer period to enable UAE residents to see more of the emirate they love and take a real look into its unique history, culture and attractions. The CSS buses have become an icon of Sharjah tourism and the new […]

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  Al Majaz Waterfront, Sharjah’s premier family tourist and leisure destination, is adorned with the glow of lights and traditional decorations throughout Ramadan. This is to provide all members of community observing Ramadan and otherwise a spiritual atmosphere to practice self-reflection and cherish the company of their loved ones. Visitors to the venue have been […]

Expo Centre Sharjah is set to become the most visited retail and leisure destination this season, as the 16-day Ramadan Nights got under way on Thursday (June 15). Being held as part of Sharjah Ramadan Festival organised by the Sharjah Chamber of Commerce and Industry, the Ramadan Nights has all the elements to help residents […]

Held under the patronage and in the presence of Sheikha Bodour bint Sultan Al Qasimi, Chairperson of the Sharjah Investment and Development Authority (Shurooq) and Chairperson of Sheraa, Sheraa hosted over 100 select entrepreneurs from across the United Arab Emirates for an exclusive Suhoor Night. The event was held in collaboration with the Emirati Entrepreneurs Association at […]

TripAdvisor recognized Coral Beach Resort Sharjah, managed by HMH, once again this year as the best hotel in Sharjah out of 79 hotels in the emirate based on guest reviews. The resort won the top spot in TripAdvisor 2017 Travellers’ Choice Awards that was given to less than 1% of all accommodations listed on TripAdvisor […]

In celebration of Ramadan, Al Qasba, Sharjah’s premier leisure, tourism and family destination, is decorating its walkways with spectacular ornaments and oriental lighting and decorations, providing visitors with a spiritual environment to experience the special value of the holy month of Ramadan and spend lovely time with their families. Al Qasba’s restaurants and cafés will […]

This Ramadan ‘Stay for Free’ at Coral Beach Resort Sharjah, managed by HMH. All through the month, when you book a Standard Room at the hotel for AED 333+ per night, the hotel will give you the same amount back as a credit upon check-in. The credit can be utilized during the stay period on […]

Al Majaz Waterfront, Sharjah’s premier family tourist and leisure destination, is gearing up for the holy month of Ramadan with activities and special offers at its brand restaurants and cafes, offering the best dishes from Arabic and international cuisines. The iconic outdoor destination and its walkways have been adorned with coloured lights, spectacular ornaments, lanterns […]

Sahara Centre, Sharjah’s leading retail and leisure mall, has launched a mega promotion campaign that will run from 28th May to 10th September 2017, giving its customers ample opportunities to become winners throughout Ramadan, summer, and the back to school period. The campaign has been launched in partnership with Matalan and aims to bring happiness […]

This Ramadan, when you have Iftar at Coral Beach Resort Sharjah, managed by HMH – Hospitality Management Holding, you stand a chance to win a free ticket from Air Arabia. During the month a total of five tickets will be given away in raffle draws. Haytham Aziz, Hotel Manager, Coral Beach Resort Sharjah, said, “We […]

Children are set to enjoy an array of artistic, entertainment and religious activities at a number of camps being hosted by Sharjah Ladies Club (SLC) this Ramadan. Running from May 28 to June 22, the programmes at each of the venues have been carefully formulated to align with the spiritual atmosphere of the holy month. […]

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The exciting world of cinematic stunts and special effects was brought closer to children and families on May 10th when FUNN hosted the Special Effects Event (SFX) in Expo Centre, Sharjah. As the first-of-its-kind activity to be held in the UAE, the interactive exhibition gave visitors an unrivalled opportunity to learn about the latest illusions […]

The Sharjah Bridal Fair (SBF) presented a variety of fashion shows by celebrated Emirati and international designers, showcasing an outstanding collection of world-class wedding dresses and premium garments that appeal to modern women. The parades were held as part of the second edition of the Sharjah Bridal Fair (SBF 2017), which was held between 3-6 […]

Al Majaz Waterfront has announced that eight new restaurants and cafés will be opened later in the year in conjunction with the completion of the extension’s second phase and an increase in the number of parking lots to manage the increased capacity. The new extension includes the opening of new Arabic and international outlets, some […]

As anyone will agree, there is no better way to reduce the occurrence of breast cancer and mitigate the social taboos and suffering that come with it than sensitising future generations about the risks and remedies of cancer from an early age. For the first time in the Pink Caravan Ride’s six-year history, young advocates […]

Twenty enthusiastic Guides between 12 to 15 years of age recently set off on an adventurous wildlife hiking expedition to Sir Baniyas Island in Abu Dhabi, organised as part of the third edition of Sharjah Girl Guides’ (SGG) ‘Under the Moonlight’ sleepover camp. Held under the theme, ‘Discover the Wildlife of Sir Baniyas’, the two-day […]

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In what visitors witnessed last evening at Al Majaz Waterfront was part of a series of entertaining musical performances by popular international musical outfits – the Latin Street Band, Trio Allegria, and Nina & The Guitar Player – will go on throughout the duration of the Sharjah World Music Festival 2017 (SWMF 2017) organised by […]

UAE fans of the big top are set for an exciting three months of action with the arrival of the Monte Carlo Circus in Al Qasba, Sharjah for the first time ever. Running from December 28, 2016 until March 18, 2017, the popular show will be featuring a host of acrobatic performances and thrilling entertainment […]

The nine-day Sharjah World Music Festival (SWMF) 2017 recently unveiled their line-up of 24 award-winning international artists and bands from France, Spain, Holland, Ukraine, the United States, the UAE, Lebanon, Turkey, Iraq, Syria, Cuba, Columbia, Egypt and Jordan. In this fourth edition, we have seen the addition of some fascinating new genres and quality artists, […]

Sharjah Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SCCI) has finalized its preparations to launch the new edition of the highly-anticipated Sharjah Spring Promotions. organized from 15 January – 11 February 2017. The promotions will be held in cooperation with an array of government entities and authorities and supported by shopping malls, supermarkets and specialized shops in […]

With its frosty decorations, snowfall, ice rink and other winter-themed attractions, Al Majaz Waterfront’s first ever Winter Festival, has been delighting visitors since 15 December, and has recently announced a weekend packed with entertainment shows and lots of fun from 22 to 23 December. Visitors will be treated to an array of entertainment performances and […]

Jazz and Indian classical music—two of the great musical idioms of the world—have a longstanding history of graceful collaboration. The beauty and unique melodic phrasing of Indian music have given percussionists, instrumentalists, and even vocalists new resources upon which they have drawn since Ravi Shankar singlehandedly popularised Indian music in the West. The fourth edition […]

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Visitors to Al Qasba are enjoying the build-up to this year’s UAE National Day with an array of special effects lighting to mark the occasion. The newly–installed lamps and projectors are creating a unique ambience at Sharjah’s premier leisure, tourism and family destination, with the illuminations a forerunner to a programme of traditional music and […]

Sharjah Commerce and Tourism Development Authority (SCTDA) is preparing to welcome 200,000 Chinese visitors to the emirate of Sharjah by 2021, according to a statement. HE Khalid Jasim Al Midfa Chairman of SCTDA, explained that China is major international source market for tourism and commerce. Hotels welcomed over 75,000 Chinese visitors during the first 3 […]

The UAE’s first ever Indian Fest got underway yesterday (Wednesday) at Al Qasba, Sharjah’s premier leisure destination, with the opening of the inaugural festival to celebrate Indian culture and traditions enjoying a huge public turnout. Continuing until Saturday, Indian Fest is featuring a variety music, dances, art, entertainment and culinary offerings that showcase India’s vibrant […]

Hotels and hotel apartments across the Emirate of Sharjah welcomed a combined 1,318,748 guests in the first nine months of 2016 (January to September). The Sharjah Commerce and Tourism Development Authority (SCTDA) released the statistics as it took part in the World Travel Market (WTM) in London on November 7-9, 2016. The Authority headed a […]

Sharjah International Book Fair (SIBF) concluded on a record-breaking note on Saturday, with the 35th edition of the world’s third largest book fair the most successful to date. Titled ‘Read More,’ SIBF 2016 hosted more than 2.31 million visitors over its 11 days, with the footfall figures breaking all previous records established since its first […]

Al Qasba, Sharjah’s premier leisure, tourism and family destination, is gearing up to host the biggest Indian cultural extravaganza the emirate has ever seen. Al Qasba Indian Fest, scheduled to be held from 16 to 19 November, will be a four-day showcase of India’s vibrant culture and heritage. Featuring classical dances, music, arts and entertainment […]

Mohammed Ahmed Al Murr, former Speaker of the Federal National Council inaugurated today the 6th annual edition of the Sharjah Stamps Exhibition 2016 – one of the most prominent cultural events hosted by Mega Mall, Sharjah’s leading shopping destination. The opening ceremony was attended by Abdullah Khoury, President of the Emirates Philatelic Association, Morhaf Kishi […]

A rare example of the passenger aircraft that is synonymous with early jet air travel in the UAE made its final journey when it arrived in Sharjah this month. The front section of a Vickers VC10, fondly nicknamed ‘The Queen of the Skies’, recently arrived from the UK by boat before being driven through the […]

More than 650,000 visitors have attended the first four days of this year’s Sharjah International Book Fair (SIBF) – a record in its 35-year history. The collected data indicates that the current edition of the fair, which concludes next Saturday at Expo Centre Sharjah, will break the record for overall number of visitors at a […]

The ‘Brilliant Art Show’ circus from Beijing, China, performed a stunning mix of acrobatics, juggling and balancing at the 35th edition of the Sharjah International Book Fair (SIBF), as just one of the hundreds of attractions this year’s event. The family-run circus, who have toured all over the world, produced a series of acts which […]

The Sharjah Museum of Islamic Civilization today opened the doors to its brand new exhibition – a collection of rare and priceless Islammic artefacts dating back some 500 years. The exhibition was inaugurated by H.E Abdallah Al Owais, President of the Department of Culture and Information. The exhibition was attended by Manal Ataya, Director General […]

Sharjah Investment and Development Authority (Shurooq), has announced that it will finalise the new extension of Al Majaz Waterfront, one of Sharjah’s leading family and tourist destinations, by the end of this year. Costing a total of AED 35 million, the Phase Two extension project that is currently 90% complete will add 53,000 square feet […]

City Centre Sharjah, owned and operated by Majid Al Futtaim, the leading shopping mall, retail and leisure pioneer across the Middle East and North Africa, offers mall visitors in the Emirate the chance to win an exciting trip to visit some of the world’s most captivating cities – London, Paris, and New York – to […]

Al Qasba, Sharjah’s premier leisure, tourism and family destination, has recently launched the ‘Pink Art’ initiative, coinciding with the International Breast Cancer Awareness Month (BCAM) taking place until 31 October 2016. The event is aimed at helping educate local communities about the importance of early detection of breast cancer and taking preventative measures. As part […]

Malala Yousafzai, Pakistani activist for female education and the youngest person to receive the Nobel Peace Prize, will be a key speaker at the second ‘Investing in the Future’ (IIFMENA) conference in Sharjah. The second IIFMENA conference titled: ‘Building the Resilience of Women and Girls in the Arab Region’ is being organised by The Big […]

The MidEast Watch & Jewellery show held recently at Expo Centre Sharjah witnessed during its 41st edition an unparalleled success on both international exhibitors and visitors’ level. Exhibitors of the show showcased the most prominent global brands in watchmaking and jewellery and the latest trends inspired by traditional and contemporary designs to offer the visitors […]

The crucial role that SMEs play in the UAE economy was highlighted during a closing session of the first day of Sharjah Foreign Direct Investment Forum (Sharjah FDI Forum 2016), which concluded yesterday (Wednesday) at the Al Jawaher Reception and Convention Centre in Sharjah. ‘How important is global connectedness for SMEs?’ was the title of […]

Sharjah Chamber of Commerce and Industry, in collaboration with Department of Government Relations, hosted the New Zealand-UAE Business Roundtable, yesterday (Sunday) at the chamber’s headquarter. The meeting was aimed at presenting the investment opportunities in Sharjah to the New Zealand business community, boosting the trade exchange and strengthening the investment partnership between the Emirate and […]

Visitors to Al Majaz Waterfront in Sharjah are currently able to enjoy a host of new activities on offer, with the premier tourist and leisure destination having commenced its exciting ‘Summer Fun’ annual programme which will run every weekend (on Thursday and Friday) up until the end of August. Starting on the first day of […]

Al Majaz Waterfront, Sharjah’s premier tourist and family destination, has celebrated the joyous occasion of Eid Al Fitr with an array of special activities under its ‘Summer Fun’ at Al Majaz Waterfront programme. Launched on Wednesday, the first day of Eid and running till Saturday (July 9), the schedule ensured that visitors to the popular […]

More than 28,000 people have visited Al Noor Island, Sharjah’s newest tourist and leisure destination in its first month since opening to the public. The island, which combines art and nature, was inaugurated by His Highness Sheikh Dr Sultan Bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Member of the Supreme Council and Ruler of Sharjah last month to […]

Sharjah Commerce and Tourism Development Authority (SCTDA) will showcase Sharjah’s diverse tourism offerings to a crucial segment of the global travel market as it participates for the fifth year in the FITUR International Tourism Trade Fair, one of the most specialised tourism industry exhibitions in the world, which will be held in the Spanish capital, […]

Al Qasba, Sharjah’s premier tourist, leisure and family destination, will host a range of music concerts as part of the third Sharjah World Music Festival (SWMF 2016), taking place from January 7-12, 2016. The six-day music festival is organised by Furat Qaddouri Music Centre, and sponsored by the Sharjah Investment and Development Authority (Shurooq). The […]

Al Qasba, Sharjah’s popular family and tourist destination, will once again host the International Festival – Competition “Kalinka 2015”, bringing Russian and Polish dance and vocal groups to UAE audiences from November 5th to 6th. The two-hour event, from 7:30 p.m. onwards, which is set to take place outdoors in block (D) of Al Qasba […]

Sharjah Commerce and Tourism Development Authority (SCTDA) announced its new smart services, most notably the ‘mClass’ smart hotel classification and the ‘Sharjah’ Mobile App in seven languages, to enhance the tourism experience in Sharjah as it began its active participation at the 35th edition of GITEX Technology Week 2015 in Dubai from October 18 to […]

Kalimat, the Sharjah-based publishing house dedicated solely to publishing high quality Arabic children’s books, in collaboration with the UAE Board on Books for Young People (UAEBBY), recently celebrated “Hag Al Leila” with students of the Australian International School in Sharjah. The three-hour programme included a number of cultural activities for the night of Mid-Sha’ban, in […]

Budding young race car enthusiasts had the chance to put their racing skills to the test earlier this month at a special track competition held at Adventureland. The popular indoor amusement and rides park, which is a key anchor at Sharjah’s Sahara Centre, hosted a two-day go kart competition at its Speed Kart Arena, with […]

Driven by the booming retail industry in the UAE, Mega Mall has launched a new promotional campaign, running from May 20th to August 20th, to reward lucky customers with a range of prizes including two brand new Porsches. The promotional campaign comes as the UAE retail sector witness’s record breaking spending. The growing consumer culture […]

UAE fans of high performance cars and bikes have the chance to get up close and personal with a selection of ultimate vehicles thanks to an activity that has just opened up in Sahara Centre. The popular Sharjah shopping and leisure destination is currently hosting a nine-day sports car and motorcycle display from May 21-29, […]

Bee’ah, the Sharjah Environment Co, the Middle East’s leading and award-winning fully integrated environmental and waste management company has received an award from the Middle East Solar Initiative Association (MESIA) recognising their commitment to renewable energy. Bee’ah has developed a solar power initiative as part of their renewable energy project which is the latest progress […]

The Sharjah International Book Fair (SIBF), an affiliate of the Sharjah Book Authority (SBA), is gearing up to participate in the 46th edition of the Cairo International Book Fair, set to kick off on 28th of January; with Saudi Arabia participating as the Guest of Honour. The Cairo Book Fair Administration has selected Mohammed Abduh, […]

H.H. Dr. Sheikh Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member, Ruler of Sharjah and President of the University of Sharjah, has issued an administrative resolution No. (3) of 2015, on setting up the Sharjah Centre for Space and Astronomy Sciences. According to the article number one, the Centre will be part of the Sharjah […]

Starting January 15, 2015, qualified nominators may submit their respective nominations for this year’s global Communication for Future Davos Award (C4F Davos Award). The C4F Davos is awarded as part of the World Communication Forum Davos (WFC Davos). This prestigious award recognizes outstanding experts with strong influence on the improvement of communications and with truly […]

H.H. Dr. Sheikh Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, has issued an Emiri decree pertaining to fees of electricity, water and natural gas services in the Emirate of Sharjah. According to the decree No. 1/ A of year 2015, the electricity, water and natural gas fee schedules in the […]