Sharjah Museums Authority (SMA) has announced the launch of its Private Museums Registration and Licensing Service in Sharjah, opening applications to collectors, owners of valuable cultural collections, and individuals and non-governmental entities wishing to establish or register private museums and obtain the required approvals through the Authority’s website. This service is based on Law No. […]

Sharjah Airport has achieved Level 4 accreditation under the Airport Carbon Accreditation programme, administered by Airports Council International (ACI), marking a new milestone that reflects its continued progress in sustainability and climate action. The accreditation was awarded during the ACI Asia-Pacific & Middle East Regional Assembly, Conference and Exhibition, held in Bangkok, Thailand, from 12 […]

Under the patronage of H.H. Sheikha Bodour bint Sultan Al Qasimi, Chairperson of the Sharjah Entrepreneurship Center (Sheraa), the Sharjah Entrepreneurship Festival (SEF) will return for its 10th-anniversary edition on January 30–31, 2027, at the Sharjah Research, Technology and Innovation Park (SPARK). Over the past decade, it has evolved into one of the Middle East’s […]

Hamriyah Free Zone Authority (HFZA) and Sharjah Airport International Free Zone Authority (SAIF Zone) have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Air Arabia to offer exclusive travel and tourism benefits to employees of both authorities. The partnership reflects a shared commitment to strengthening cooperation and advancing strategic partnerships that deliver meaningful value through tailored […]

 The Sharjah Electricity, Water and Gas Authority (SEWA) received 4,411 requests for approving electricity, water and natural gas design plans for commercial, residential, industrial, government and agricultural buildings across the emirate during the first quarter of 2026. The authority also issued 718 no-objection certificates covering electricity, water, gas and fibre-optic services, in addition to 441 […]

The Sharjah Department of Islamic Affairs announced its readiness to welcome worshippers for Eid Al Adha prayers. They have designated 698 mosques throughout the emirate’s cities and regions. The department confirmed that the mosques are completely prepared. They have finished several preparatory tasks, including general cleaning and preventive maintenance. The department has chosen over 90 […]

Her Highness Sheikha Bodour bint Sultan Al Qasimi, Chairperson of the Sharjah Book Authority (SBA), chaired a board meeting attended by board members and senior executives to review the Authority’s 2025–2028 Digital Transformation Roadmap, discuss the expansion of its international participation programme across Europe, Asia, Africa and Latin America, and assess progress on strategic projects […]

Sharjah Municipality (SM) has announced the completion of the new rubber walking track at Green Belt Park, officially opening it to the public for walking and jogging from Monday. The project was completed after all the required works had been finalised, including the installation of a specialised rubberised track, environmentally friendly lighting, and extensive landscaping […]

The Sharjah Investment and Development Authority (Shurooq) has signed an agreement with SANAM Group to develop a new K-12 school in Sharjah Sustainable City. The project, with an investment value expected to reach up to USD 50 million over the coming years, will be developed on a 29,275-square-metre plot owned by Shurooq in Sharjah Sustainable […]

Around 7,000 languages are spoken worldwide, according to UNESCO. Yet the digital space reflects only a fraction of that diversity. English accounts for 49.6 per cent of websites whose language can be identified, while Arabic represents just 0.6 per cent, according to W3Techs data. In that landscape, the movement of literature across borders depends increasingly […]