As part of the ongoing efforts to develop the shopping campaigns and promotions in the Emirate of Sharjah, the Sharjah Chamber of Commerce & Industry, SCCI, has underscored the importance of formulating a standard plan for the shopping centers across the emirate, as this would help upskill the emirate’s position and reputation in this sector […]

Sharjah Entrepreneurship Center (Sheraa) has launched the #UnitedForBeirut initiative, setting up a USD$ 100,000 equity-free fund to enable high-impact Lebanese startups bounce back after suffering huge losses in the aftermath of the recent tragedy that shook Beirut last month. The initiative is geared towards reigniting the innovation movement in Beirut and enable these startups to […]

The Sharjah Chamber of Commerce & Industry, SCCI, received a Romanian delegation as part of the efforts to enhance the bilateral economic relations, boost trade exchange, develop the relations between business communities in both countries, and examine the possibility of holding joint economic activities to introduce investment opportunities available on both sides. The meeting was […]

Sharjah Girl Guides (SGG) organised a series of online workshops in September to engage Brownies, Guides and Senior Guides to learn new crafts, increase their social and emotional skills, and understand Emirati culture, from the safety and comfort of their homes. Titled ‘Art of Embroidery’, the workshop held for Guides (12-15 years) on September 5 […]

The Board of Directors of the Sharjah Chamber of Commerce & Industry, SCCI, lauded the directives of HH Sheikh Sultan bin Mohammed bin Sultan Al Qasimi, Crown Prince and Deputy Ruler of Sharjah which were adopted by the Sharjah Executive Council in terms of resuming activities of the exhibitions and conferences held under the management […]

The Child Safety Department (CSD), an affiliate of the Supreme Council for Family Affairs in Sharjah, has launched an educational e-booklet to mark school reopening in the UAE. The booklet aims to prepare families on how to best manage the back-to-school transition, whether they have chosen to attend school physically, or opted for a hybrid […]

The second session of ‘Publishers Club’, a virtual discussion initiative organised by the Sharjah Book Authority (SBA), addressed the challenges facing the Arab publishing industry following the outbreak of the coronavirus (Covid-19) pandemic, and delved into the need to leverage the digital medium to drive sales. At the session titled ‘Selling Books in the Arab […]

The Arab Academy for Science, Technology and Maritime Transport in Sharjah (AASTS)has successfully commenced talks for a collaboration with The Federal Transport Authority – Land & Maritime (FTA). This will include utilising AASTS’ capabilities and the expertise of its staff to develop the UAE’s maritime sector. The move supports AASTS’ vision to strengthen the Arab […]

Sharjah Archaeology Authority (SAA), recently organized a virtual lecture titled “Archaeology and its importance between theory and practice,”with the intention of bringing together specialists within the field to share their knowledge and experience. The lecture was moderated by Dr Ahmed Hefni Al-Badwani and attended by over 150 participants, interested to know more about building and […]

FUNN, a Sharjah-based organisation dedicated to promoting and supporting media arts learning among children and youth in the UAE, is organising an exceptional event that brings together a line up of Arab and international artists, filmmakers and industry experts to deliver a series of inspiring creative workshops and activities from 12-16 October. Themed ‘‘Let’s Have […]