Sharjah Airport Authority (SAA) continues to implement a number of preventive measures to curb the spread of the coronavirus as part of an integrated plan. These include implementing sterilisation and disinfection procedures throughout the Airport in the Departures and Arrivals halls and public facilities, and sterilising and disinfecting equipment used by passengers and staff. To […]

The Sharjah Chamber of Commerce & Industry, SCCI, has recently announced the statistics of Q1 2020 which showed a remarkable spike in the number of new and renewed memberships and certificates of origin, something which underlines the Emirate of Sharjah’s reputation as a perfect business environment capable of coping with the changing demands of the […]

The Sharjah Executive Council announced on Sunday that it will extend the suspension of all social and sporting events and celebrations in wedding halls, event halls, hotels, and government and community facilities, until the end of April. The decision comes as part of preventive and precautionary measures taken to contain the spread of the coronavirus, […]

The Sharjah Chamber of Commerce & Industry, SCCI, represented by the Sharjah Training & Development Center (STDC), has recently launched an online course on the “infection and ways to prevent and combat it”. The training course is targeting the business community, corporate officials, and the private sector, as part of the SCCI’s preventive measures to […]

If COVID 19 has forced you to work from home, now is a good time to invest in your website audit. You can either do it yourself or hire a professional company to help you rank well in search results. Whether it’s Google, Bing or Yahoo, outsmarting their algorithm takes work. It is also important to ensure […]

In response to UAE schools rolling out distance learning programmes as directed by the UAE Ministry of Education (MoE), The Big Heart Foundation (TBHF), a Sharjah-based global humanitarian organization dedicated to helping refugees and people in need worldwide, has announced the contribution of AED 300,000 to the Al Ahliya Private schools to support distance learning […]

The Sharjah Chamber of Commerce, SCCI, has recently revealed the activation of online attestation services for all transactions through the chamber’s website or the smart application instead of coming in person to the customer happiness centers. The move comes as part of the precautionary measures adopted by the SCCI to combat the spread of the […]

To ensure the safety of children at home, the Child Safety Department (CSD), an affiliate of the Supreme Council for Family Affairs (SCFA), has released a ‘Home Safety’ e-booklet in Arabic and English. The booklet has been shared digitally with parents and is available for download through the link on the Child Safety Department’s Instagram […]

With a mission to further tremendous efforts being made by the UAE to minise the risk and human impact of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, Sharjah Government Media Bureau (SGMB) has launched a social campaign titled ‘Greater Than Corona’ in coordination with Emergency Crisis and Disasters Management Department in Sharjah to unify institution-wide commitment as […]

As UAE schools began rolling out remote learning programmes this week as directed by the Ministry of Education (MoE), Lughati, a Sharjah-based initiative dedicated to empowering the national Arabic curriculum with smart learning tools, has announced its cooperation with the ministry’s ‘Distance Learning’ initiative to ensure continuity of classes while schools remain closed as a […]

In keeping with the precautionary measures and preventive procedures taken by the UAE to fight the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, the Sharjah Public Libraries (SPL), an affiliate of the Sharjah Book Authority (SBA), announced that it will be offering global readers from all age groups free access to its ‘Digital Library’ for three months. Valid from […]

The Sharjah-based developer Alef Group ‑ a pioneer in developing premier lifestyle communities, destinations and experiences through investment and strategic joint ventures, has announced substantial financial support amounting to AED10 million to help retailers from tenants investing in Zero 6 Mall, one of the Group’ projects in the emirate. The financing will cover the value […]

Under the guidance of Sheikh Mohammed bin Saud Al Qasimi, Chairman of the Board of Directors of Sharjah Asset Management (SAM), the senior management of SAM announced a three month exemption of rent for tenants in Souq Al Haraj and Souq Al Jubail. The exemption is provided to deal with the repercussions of the Covid-19 […]

The eighth edition of the Sharjah International Film Festival for Children and Youth, SIFF 2020, set to kick-off this October, has extended the closing date for submissions in all its eight categories of films, in a bid to encourage more talented filmmakers from the region and beyond benefit from this unique platform dedicated exclusively to […]

H.H. Dr. Sheikh Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, has directed a 10 percent reduction in the Sharjah Electricity and Water Authority, SEWA, bills in the Emirate of Sharjah for three months. The move is in line with the precautionary measures taken by the government and aimed at facilitating […]

In an effort to ensure the highest levels of prevention for employees and customers and in support of the urgent measures taken by the country and Sharjah government in particular to curb the spread of the new coronavirus (COVID-19), the Expo Centre Sharjah has recently carried out a number of precautionary and preventive measures at […]

The Environment and Protected Areas Authority (EPAA) spotted an orchid (Epipactis veratrifolia), a rare flower that has never been seen before in the Emirate of Sharjah. This discovery is a credit to EPAA’s role, its efforts to preserve biodiversity and protect species from extinction and its wealth of experience in preserving and protecting the environment. HE Hana Saif […]

The Sharjah Chamber of Commerce & Industry, SCCI, held on Monday its first video conference meeting, as part of the remote working system procedures and the precautionary measures taken to maintain the health and safety of both the employees and the customers. The meeting is also in line with the preventive measures adopted by the […]

The Emirate of Sharjah has listed a US$200 million Sukuk on Nasdaq Dubai, bringing the total value of Sukuk listed in Dubai to $67.06 billion. Nasdaq Dubai’s new Sukuk listings in 2020 now total $2.9 billion. Its new Sukuk listings in all of 2019 totalled $14.15 billion, an annual record high for the exchange and […]

The Sharjah Chamber of Commerce & Industry, SCCI, has intensified its efforts for the prevention of the new coronavirus (COVID-19) through the implementation of a package of precautionary practices for the safety of employees and customers and in line with the preventive measures taken by the UAE in this regard. Awareness-Raising Programs Maryam Saif Al […]

The Sharjah Commerce and Tourism Development Authority (SCTDA) revealed that it has started to implement an emirate-wide awareness campaign designed to support local hotel establishments in preventing the spread of the Coronavirus (COVID-19). The move falls in line with the nation’s continuing efforts to raise the level of precautionary and preventive measures against COVID-19, in […]

The Sharjah Investors Services Centre (Saeed), Sharjah’s first fully-integrated investors services facility headquartered in Al Qasba and operating under the Sharjah FDI Office (Invest in Sharjah), has announced today that it will be supporting all its customers through its phone service. This will include enquiries as well as applications. Submission of documents will be enabled […]

The Expo Centre Sharjah has recently announced that its employees will start to work remotely in response to the decision of the Sharjah Chamber of Commerce & Industry, SCCI, and in line with the directives of Sharjah Directorate of Human Resources, as part of the precautionary and preventive measures taken in light of the outbreak […]

The Sharjah Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SCCI) announced today (Tuesday) it is offering the mobile office service “You call, We arrive” for free for all customers, as part of its precautionary measures to ensure the safety of its employees and customers. The move comes in line with the SCCI’s relentless efforts being made to […]

The Sharjah Chamber of Commerce & Industry, SCCI, announced implementing the remote work system for a number of departments, old and pregnant employees. The chamber called on all customers to use its smart platforms including the SCCI website and application to carry out transactions without the need to attend in person to its offices across […]

The Expo Centre Sharjah has announced it is merging together the 48th and 49th editions of the Watch & Jewellery Middle East Show. This year’s only edition will now take place end of September 2020. The move has been taken as part of precautionary measures being taken by all entities and institutions in the country […]

The Pearl Initiative, the leading non-profit organisation promoting a corporate culture of accountability and transparency across the Gulf Region, recently hosted a workshop on Creating Shared Value (CSV), a concept that has gained credibility over the years as a way to align organisations with social and environmental missions. Led by Leena Al Olaimy, Co-Founder and […]

The 2020 season of Al Majaz Amphitheatre’s #letsmajaz witnessed a spellbinding pair of performances by Marcel Khalife and Souad Massi. The two musical stalwarts from Lebanon and Algeria, respectively, swept the enthusiastic crowds off their feet with a live performance packed with the region’s musical heart and soul. The concert marked the 79th birth anniversary […]

Sahara Centre, Sharjah’s leading retail, dining, entertainment, and leisure destination, has announced the winners of its Spring Promotion 2020. On a spend of just AED 200, two winners drove away with brand-new BMW Z4 each while 60 others won fashion vouchers worth AED 2,500 each. The winners shopped at Sahara Centre from 25 December 2019 […]

The Sharjah Commerce and Tourism Development Authority (SCTDA) revealed that the emirate recorded a three per cent growth in the number of hotel guests in 2019 as compared to 2018.  The sector welcomed approximately 1.8 million guests last year with a hotel occupancy rate of 66 per cent. In terms of nationalities, guests from the […]

The Sharjah Child Friendly Office (SCFO) has announced the upgrading of its Sharjah Baby Friendly Project to the Sharjah Baby and Family Friendly (SBFF) Project, with a renewed focus to include parents, families, and other caregivers within its ambit in recognition of the important role they play in the promotion, protection and support of childhood […]

As part of its mission to empower women artisans in the UAE and the region through the crafts, Irthi Contemporary Crafts Council, an affiliate of NAMA Women Advancement Establishment, has launched a new training programme in Jordanian and Palestinian embroidery. Under the new programme, 15 Emirati women trainees between the ages of 18 – 45 […]

Widely-celebrated author, poet, translator and associate professor at New York University, Sinan Antoon took centre stage at the latest #Book_Talks session held at Al Rawi Café in Sharjah, as part of the Sharjah World Book Capital 2019 celebrations. In conversation with Mina Al-Oraibi, editor-in-chief of The National, Antoon shared with his audience how he had […]

The Big Heart Foundation (TBHF), the Sharjah-based global humanitarian charity dedicated to helping refugees and people in need worldwide, has received 242 nominations from 52 countries for the fourth edition of the Sharjah International Award for Refugee Advocacy and Support (SIARA). Of the total number of nominations received 49 percent were from Africa, 44 percent […]

The Sharjah Chamber of Commerce & Industry, SCCI, recently received a delegation from the Etihad Rail with a view to enhancing avenues of cooperation and introducing the business community in Sharjah to the Strategic “Etihad Rail” Project in view of its importance in supporting the national economy. The meeting also reviewed the possibility of holding […]

Air Arabia has announced that it is offering more flexibility to its customers by introducing a new modification fee waiver policy in light of the current travel restrictions and to allow customers the choice of changing travel dates. According to a press release issued by Air Arabia on Monday, the new waiver policy offers passengers […]

The Sharjah Chamber of Commerce & Industry, SCCI, recently hosted a training workshop entitled “Designing an Innovative Business Models”. Sponsored and organized by the National SME Program in cooperation with the Small & Medium Enterprises Center TIJARAH 101 and Dubai Entrepreneurship Academy, the workshop comes as part of the SCCI’s endeavors to support entrepreneurs, by […]

Committed to enhancing the intellectual and artistic creativity of students by nurturing their natural talents, FUNN – Sharjah Media Arts For Youth and Children, held two workshops for children aged 12+ in collaboration with Apple store. The workshops, held recently, were designed to nurture the future generation of creative artists in the field of media […]

Sheikh Fahim bin Sultan Al Qasimi, Chairman of Sharjah’s Department of Government Relations (DGR), has discussed with HE Aidan Cronin, Ambassador of Ireland to the UAE, the potential ways of strengthening bilateral relations between Sharjah and Dublin. The two officials have also discussed the need to explore new partnerships in vital sectors including culture, education […]

With a record 11,077 free breast cancer screenings, the 10th edition of the Pink Caravan Ride (PCR) has concluded its 10-day trek across the seven emirates of the UAE, raising awareness on the importance of early detection and diagnosis of breast cancer, its prevention and risk factors. The announcement was made yesterday (Friday, March 6) […]

The Sharjah Child Friendly Office (SCFO) has organised a series of consultation sessions with entities accredited and registered with its Sharjah Baby Friendly Project, in line with its efforts to evaluate its progress, and explore ways to expand its scope. The office conducted four consultation sessions, five meetings, and a series of field visits to […]

The Youth Council at the Sharjah Chamber of Commerce & Industry (SCCI Youth Council) organized a youth circle on enhancing the role of youth in the real estate investment. The event comes on the sidelines of the 7th edition of the Real Estate Investment Exhibition (ACRES 2020), which is organized by the Sharjah Chamber of […]

Sharjah Airport Authority (SAA) has been awarded for managing and operating all vehicle parking at Sharjah Airport to Mawgif, the National Parking Company, in order to improve parking at the Airport for the benefit of passengers, customers and employees. In accordance with this agreement, Mawgif will provide new solutions for parking at the Airport using […]

As a young, 16-year-old Emirati student Malath Al Ameri mounted on horseback yesterday (Thursday, March 5) gearing up for her role as an equestrian volunteer on the last leg of the 10th edition of Pink Caravan Ride (PCR) in Abu Dhabi, one goal remained uppermost in her mind – to take forward the breast cancer […]

The now-running Acres Real Estate Exhibition saw the launch of the “sharjahre.com”, the emirate’s first digital platform dedicated to real estate marketing. The platform – a strategic partnership involving OMNES Media, a state-of-the-art digital media and communications platform; the UAE based Arms & McGregor International Realty, a prestigious real estate agency; and SAHARA Consultancy – […]

Organised by the International Government Communication Centre (IGCC) on the side-lines of the 9th International Government Communication Forum, which was held under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Dr Sultan bin Mohamed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, the winners of the seventh edition of Sharjah Government Communication Awards (SGCA) were announced […]

Curtains came down on the ninth edition of the International Government Communication Forum (IGCF), on Thursday, March 5, after 64 global thinkers and communications experts cutting across a spectrum of interests deliberated on the rapidly changing global communication landscape, and outlined a carefully designed way forward to make communication channels between governments and communities more […]

Curtains came down on the ninth edition of the International Government Communication Forum (IGCF), on Thursday, March 5, after 64 global thinkers and communications experts cutting across a spectrum of interests deliberated on the rapidly changing global communication landscape, and outlined a carefully designed way forward to make communication channels between governments and communities more […]

Participants and audiences at a panel session titled ‘Equation of Survival’ at the 9th edition of the International Government Communication Forum (IGCF) in Sharjah agreed that ensuring the sustainability and preservation of life on Earth, in light of international reports on global warming should be addressed as a top priority. Guest speakers HE Dr Thani […]

Social media influencers have a responsibility to behave ethically and with values said Sheikha Dr Alia bint Humaid Al Qassimi, Social Development Expert and Women Leader of the Year (2019) on second day of the International Government Communication Forum (IGCF 2020), which concluded in Sharjah today. Speaking during a session called, ‘Influencers Win the Communication […]

The concluding day of the ninth edition of the International Government Communication Forum (IGCF 2020) featured interactive workshops and insightful sessions specially designed to equip students and working professionals with tools for decoding the best practises for effective communication. Held at the Sharjah Expo Centre, the forum sought to educate experts, journalists, photojournalists and government […]

The ninth edition of the International Government Communication Forum (IGCF 2020) commenced yesterday ( 4 March) with specialised workshops, forums and in-depth sessions hosted by world-renowned communications professionals, providing students and amateurs a golden opportunity to learn from experts and gain first-hand knowledge. Being held at the Sharjah Expo Centre, the two-day forum is hosting […]

On the concluding day of the ninth edition of the International Government Communication Forum (IGCF) in Sharjah, a panel of experts gathered to discuss ‘Media Image of Arab Societies in the West’. Moderated by Sherif Amer, media figure and television host, MBC Masr, the discussion was held in cooperation with Sharjah Press Club to explore […]

His Highness Sheikh Abdullah bin Salem bin Sultan Al Qasimi, Deputy Ruler of Sharjah, on Thursday, opened the 7th edition of the Real Estate Investment Exhibition (ACRES 2020) at the Expo Centre Sharjah. With the participation of more than 40 local and international real estate companies and developers, ACRES 2020 is held under the patronage […]

Tilal Properties, the leading real estate development and investment company and the premier developer of Tilal City, has granted the Sharjah-based Victoria International School two plots of land at its flagship project Tilal City. This came under an agreement signed on the side-lines of 7th Real Estate Investment Exhibition, Acres 2020 on Thursday 5th March. […]

The Pink Caravan Ride’s network of passionate and inspiring volunteers who have been on the frontlines in taking forward the educational agenda of Friends of Cancer Patients (FOCP), a Sharjah-based non-profit, to raise awareness of breast cancer and importance of regular screening, were given a royal welcome yesterday (Wednesday) as they embarked on the eight […]

The opening session on the second day of the International Government Communication Forum (IGCF) 2020 heard global leaders and government officials on the role of government in effecting good communication practices to drive society forward. In the presence of Sheikh Sultan bin Ahmed al Qasimi, Chairman of Sharjah Media Council; HE Tariq Saeed Allay, Director […]

In a special presentation at the International Government Communication Forum (IGCF 2020) in Sharjah on Thursday morning, His Excellency Saif Mohammed Arhama Al Shamsi, Deputy Director-General of the National Emergency and Crisis and Disasters Management Authority (NCEMA) said that during a crisis or critical event, such as the Coronavirus outbreak, it was important to communicate […]

With cancer research and treatments making great strides today and survival rates showing promising growth, cancer is no longer looked upon with dread as it once was. Cancer patients want to continue with their lives, moulding their thoughts, behaviour and lifestyle habits to adapt to the changes within the physical body. Increasingly, those facing a […]

His Highness Sheikh Dr Sultan bin Mohamed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, signalled the start of the ninth edition of the International Government Communication Forum (IGCF 2020) today (Wednesday) in Sharjah, saying delivering ‘communication for the public’ has been at the heart of Sharjah’s 40-year cultural project. “Forty years have lapsed […]

To explore the impact of cross-cultural communication on culture and its impact , the ninth edition of the International Government Communication Forum (IGCF 2020) being held at Expo Centre Sharjah, hosted on its inaugural day a dialogue with HE Irina Bokova, President of the Academy for Cultural Diplomacy in Berlin and former Director-General of the […]

“Always keep the audience in mind for the ‘audience is the hero’ while the influencer is only a guide,” said eminent social media pioneer Amy Jo Martin speaking at a discussion titled ‘Influencers Win the Communication Race’ on the opening day of the ninth edition of the International Government Communication Forum (IGCF) at Expo Centre […]

“When you overcome insurmountable hardships to achieve something, you wear your lessons as a badge of victory. I was a refugee, and it was hard to say the least,” shared Fatimah Hossaini, an Afghan refugee returnee. Fatimah was speaking on the inaugural day of the ninth edition of the International Government Communication Forum (IGCF 2020), […]

“By talking about the vital role of communication within governments and between countries, and taking it to the next level by organising the International Government Communication Forum (IGCF), Sharjah is setting an amazing example for the rest of the world, reinforcing its credentials as a vibrant cultural hub,” said Priyanka Chopra Jonas – actor, producer […]

Sharjah and the UAE have a rich history and culture, and more should be done to preserve it and promote it, was the central message of an interactive brainstorming session held yesterday (Wednesday) at the 9th edition of the International Government Communication Forum (IGCF). Titled ‘Investing in Cultural Communication’ the session featured HE Sheikh Fahim […]

Print media will endure, according to a panel discussion hosted by the Sharjah Press Club during the 9th edition of the International Government Communication Forum (IGCF 2020) yesterday called “The Future of News”. Ahdeya Ahmed Al Sayed, President of the Bahrain Journalists’ Association (BJA) said that people turned to traditional media, over social media, during […]

To explore the impact of blockchain technology on communications and its various ramifications, the ninth edition of the International Government Communication Forum (IGCF 2020) being held at Expo Centre Sharjah, hosted a session on ‘Communication in the blockchain era’ on the inaugural day. Led by Kris Bennett, Chief Learning Officer, Blockchain Training Alliance, USA, the […]

As part of the 9th edition of the International Government Communication Forum (IGCF), a ‘Communication Chat’ session preceding the Forum was held yesterday at Al Majaz Amphitheatre, Sharjah, where five officials from Sharjah government entities shared government communication practices, and discussed their experience in building true partnerships with the public. The session was held in […]

Under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Sultan bin Mohammad Sultan Al Qasimi, the Crown Prince and Deputy Ruler of Sharjah, the 7th Real Estate Investment Exhibition (ACRES 2020) will kick off on Thursday until March 7 at the Expo Centre Sharjah. The event, which has become an exceptional platform to review investment opportunities in […]

One of the largest display and sale of fashion products and accessories is set to get under way at Expo Centre Sharjah in Sharjah. To be held from March 4 to 7, 2020, the Big Shopper Sale will woo shoppers with the region’s largest showcase of fashion products and accessories at bargain prices. With their […]

His Excellency Abdullah Sultan Al Owais, Chairman of Sharjah Chamber of Commerce & Industry, SCCI, opened on Tuesday at the Expo Centre Sharjah the 2nd edition of Expo Culinaire 2020. Organized by Purple Kitchen Events with the SCCI’s support, the event is witnessing the participation of 2000 chefs from around the world to offer their […]

To catalyse conversations around integrating the youth in the decision-making processes alongside key stakeholders and to ensure that the voices of the youth are properly heard, the ninth edition of the International Government Communication Forum (IGCF 2020) to be held from March 4-5 at Expo Centre Sharjah will host several interactive platforms and brainstorming sessions […]

Conmix has always been associated with the latest technology in construction and as a company we strive to follow the vision of legendary UAE leaders who have converted a sleepy desert hamlet into a world-class destination we call home. The drive of our leaders to be the first and the best at adapting new construction […]

His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi, Member of the Supreme Council and Ruler of Sharjah, visited today (Monday) the Al Faya Retreat nestled in the heart of the Mleiha desert and the Al Badayer Retreat situated in the Al Badayer desert, which are part of the ‘Sharjah Collection’ – the luxury hospitality […]

Under the theme “Sharjah the Smiling Innovation Environment”, the Sharjah Chamber of Commerce & Industry, SCCI, organized on Monday a tour to the Sharjah Investors Services Center “Saeed” and the Sharjah Research, Technology and Innovation Park. The tour was targeting the heads and members of labor councils in the UAE to brief them about the […]

The 2nd edition of the Expo Culinaire 2020 will kick off on Tuesday at the Expo Centre Sharjah, along with the world’s largest annual single-entry chef competition, the 23rd Emirates International Salon Culinaire, which is organized by Emirates Culinary Guild In cooperation with purple kitchen. The Expo Culinaire, which is supported by the Sharjah Chamber […]

The General Secretariat of the Supreme Council for Family Affairs (SCFA) in Sharjah held its first meeting of the year recently, to discuss strategies to achieve the Council’s objectives to provide a stable and safe environment for families, and empower them to carry out their responsibilities and roles in the community. The newly-appointed Secretary-General of […]

Sheikha Bodour bint Sultan Al Qasimi, Head of the Sharjah World Book Capital (SWBC) Advisory Committee and Vice President of International Publishers Association (IPA) inaugurated the ‘Fairytales Come True: Worlds from the Imagination of Hans Christian Andersen’ exhibition at Sharjah Art Museum on Sunday (March 1). The exhibition, which was created in celebration of Sharjah […]

Inventions like the steam engine have changed the course of human life and history. Similarly, the information and communication revolution became an engine of global change, and today, this sector has become a dominant influence on the future in our ever-changing world. We live in what is known as the Information Age or New Media […]

Aisha Al Zarouni, a Marketing and Events Executive with Sharjah Youth, had an issue at work. She said: “I was having some difficulties dealing with colleagues and maintaining a positive attitude at work due to a high level of stress. Also, a staff shortage made it hard to increase productivity.” However, help arrived in the […]

Sheikh Sultan bin Ahmed Al Qasimi, Chairman of the Sharjah Media Council (SMC), has said that Sharjah organises the International Government Communication Forum (IGCF) to underscore the benefits of well-strategised, clear and effective interactions between governments, public and media. He noted that in the past nine years since the forum’s inception, IGCF has contributed to […]

Under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi, Member of the UAE Supreme Council and Ruler of Sharjah, the Sharjah Chamber of Commerce & Industry, SCCI, in collaboration with the Department of Town Planning & Survey, Sharjah Roads & Transport Authority (SRTA), and Sharjah Water and Electricity Authority (SEWA), has […]

The “Heart of Sharjah” hosted a special celebration for the 59th Kuwaiti National Day yesterday (Friday, February 28) in a reflection of the strong relations between the United Arab Emirates and Kuwait. The quaint Souq Al Shanasiyah in Heart of Sharjah formed the backdrop for a host of events and family-oriented activities for visitors and […]

The International Government Communication Centre (IGCC), a subsidiary of the Sharjah Government Media Bureau (SGMB), has unveiled the shortlist for the seventh edition of the Sharjah Government Communication Award (SGCA). Among the 793 entries received, 40 finalists are competing to win the award’s 16 categories. Winners will be announced on March 5, on the sidelines […]

HE Omar Saif Ghobash, UAE’s Assistant Minister for Cultural Affairs, Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation; and HE Irina Bokova, President of the Academy for Cultural Diplomacy in Berlin and former Director-General of the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation (UNESCO);  will be headlining a session on cross-cultural communication on the first day […]

The Sharjah Entrepreneurship Center (Sheraa), has announced that its 6-week seed program is now underway. Ensuring start-ups are fully equipped and ‘seed-ready’, the extensive program has been designed to cover various topics including, building a product market fit roadmap, investment strategy and a go-to-market strategy. At the even candidates were invited to ‘Welcome Day’, where […]

Aisha Al Zarouni, a Marketing and Events Executive with Sharjah Youth, had an issue at work. She said: “I was having some difficulties dealing with colleagues and maintaining a positive attitude at work due to a high level of stress. Also, a staff shortage made it hard to increase productivity.” However, help arrived in the […]

The Sharjah Public Library (SPL) recently signed an Agreement with the Australian International School (AIS). The agreement allows SPL to deliver a full range of library services to students and staff of AIS, including free lifetime memberships. Through the agreement, SPL seeks to create a dynamic learning platform that will spark intellectual curiosity in young […]

Throughout the month of March, Sharjah Performing Arts Academy (SPAA) is bringing some of the UK’s most popular stage performances to their big Academy screen in partnership with National Theatre Live. Theatre and film enthusiasts in the UAE can see screenings of four outstanding theatre productions at SPAA, starting with William Shakespeare’s A Midsummer Night’s […]

Heart of Sharjah will be hosting a special celebration for Kuwait National Day this weekend, Friday, February 28.  In a bid to engage the UAE’s multicultural community in activities that will offer them  an insight into Kuwait’s and the Gulf region’s rich traditions. The quaint Souq Al Shanasiyah in the Heart of Sharjah has planned […]

Sharjah Sustainable City announced the completion of the infrastructure works in the first phase of the project, which is expected to be delivered in 2021. Phase one includes 280 villas, 100 apartments with special rental system. Sharjah Sustainable City, the first urban mixed-use project in the Emirate of Sharjah, which meets the highest standards of […]

The front pages of leading English and Arabic dailies in the UAE today (Tuesday) were carrying an important message, the upcoming edition of the International Government Communication Forum (IGCF) is trying to convey through a 360° social awareness campaign, “Beyond Communication”.  In the lead up to the ninth edition of the global forum on March […]

The Sharjah Chamber of Commerce & Industry, SCCI, announced that more than 40 local and international real estate developers will take part in the 7th edition of the Real Estate Investment Exhibition (ACRES 2020) which will take place on March 5 – 7 at the Expo Center Sharjah, under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh […]

With 64,012 free medical screenings, support of 795 medical clinics, and 300,000+ volunteering hours since its inception in 2011, Pink Caravan – an initiative dedicated to raising awareness for early detection of cancer, rides resolutely into its 10th year, combining its educational messaging with action in the form of free health screen checks for both […]

The 10-day creative writing retreat organised by by 1001 Titles to upskill Emirati and Arab writers and positively impact the Arab world’s creative landscape, concluded yesterday (Monday). Sponsored by Etisalat Award for Arabic Children’s Literature and held in collaboration with the Sharjah World Book Capital (SWBC) Office at the Al Badayer Retreat in central Sharjah, the […]

A starry night, far away from the city, with stretches of sand rolling up to the horizons define a different lifestyle in Dubai. Adventurers and nature lovers would definitely love exploring the traditional desert life in Arabia in the evening. No wonder, why evening desert safari Dubai has turned out to be a must-have experience […]

The robust agenda that forms the framework of the ninth edition of the International Government Communication Forum (IGCF 2020) to be held from March 4 – 5, at the Sharjah Expo Centre will host nine workshops targeting students, journalists, photojournalists and government communication employees. Bringing together 64 leading global thinkers, top government officials and communication […]

Her Highness Sheikha Jawaher bint Mohammed Al Qasimi, Wife of His Highness the Ruler of Sharjah, Chairperson of NAMA Women Advancement Establishment (NAMA) and UNHCR Eminent Advocate for Refugee Children, has concluded a comprehensive visit to Pakistan, which entailed meetings with several entities and institutions in major cities of Islamabad and Lahore, and identifying sectors […]

When the Pink Caravan begins to roll its ‘caravan’ for its annual awareness-and-detection drive across the seven emirates from February 26 to March 6, it will be for the tenth time since its inception in 2011. The latest edition of the Pink Caravan Ride (PCR) – a breast cancer awareness initiative of the Sharjah-based non-profit […]

A newly convened joint committee comprising members of Emirates Publishers Association (EPA), Ministry of Education and the UAE’s teaching fraternity held its first meeting at the EPA headquarters to get the ball rolling on developing a 5-year roadmap to promote the role of Emirati publishers in the development of a national curriculum that aligns with […]

The world’s largest annual single entry chef competition, the 23nd Emirates International Salon Culinaire, will return from 3rd -5th March at Expo Centre Sharjah.  His Excellency Abdullah Sultan Al Owais, Chairman of Sharjah Chamber of Commerce & Industry (SCCI) will inaugurate the event at 11am on3rd March. The Emirates International Salon Culinaire is an annual […]

His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi, Member of the Supreme Council and Ruler of Sharjah affirmed that the ‘Sheikh Sultan Award for Celebrating the Spirit of Youth’ is designed to cover key areas that enable the shaping of strong communities, and that it highlights the role youth plays in community building and […]

H.H. Dr. Sheikh Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, said that the Sheikh Sultan Award for Celebrating the Spirit of Youth covers various aspects of community service and reflects the key role played by youth in upholding the stability of society, accomplishing its development and delivering its future. This […]

Her Highness Sheikha Jawaher bint Mohammed Al Qasimi, Chairperson of The Big Heart Foundation (TBHF) and Eminent Advocate for Refugee Children at UNHCR, has called on governments and civil society organizations to treat the education of the low-income and crises affected communities as a priority. Her Highness noted that the protection of children’s dignity and […]

The United Kingdom is celebrating the cultural project of His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi, Member of the Supreme Council and Ruler of Sharjah, as Sharjah takes centre stage at The London Book Fair (LBF) 2020, from March 10 – 12, at Olympia, with the leading publishing event’s ‘Market Focus’ title, to […]

The Sharjah Chamber of Commerce & Industry, SCCI, recently held, in cooperation with the Sharjah Electricity and Water Authority (SEWA), an expanded consultative meeting with the sectoral business groups to review and listen to their comments, proposals, and challenges facing them towards achieving the best results in supporting economic work in the Emirate of Sharjah. […]

The Environment and Protected Area Authority’s (EPAA) centres received 604,784 visitors last year, including 117,535 visitors at the Children’s Farm, 158,419 at Sharjah Natural History & Botanical Museum and 213,905 visitors at the Arabian Wildlife Centre. The Islamic Botanical Garden received 62,478 visitors and Wasit Wetland Centre was visited by 26,897 people. Kalba Bird of […]

The Sharjah Child Friendly Office (SCFO), an entity that aims to protect and elevate the rights and wellbeing of children and young adults (0 – 18 years) in Sharjah, has been conferred with the ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management System certification for consistently offering services that meet the public’s as well as regulatory requirements, and for […]

The International Government Communication Centre (IGCC), a subsidiary of the Sharjah Government Media Bureau (SGMB), has called on the nation to actively vote for their favourite public campaign launched by the five finalists of the Sharjah Government Communication Award’s new public voting category ‘The Voice of the People – UAE’ category, namely, Sharjah Electricity and […]

The Department of Family Development Centers (DFDC) of the institutions of the Supreme Council for Family Affairs in Sharjah, today organized a motivational session entitled (The easiest way to achieve mental health). Held at the Sharjah Ladies Club, the session is presented by Dr. Hala Al Ablam, Certified Life Coach Consultant, in the presence of […]

Sharjah Archaeology Authority (SAA), on Wednesday, inaugurated their first ever awareness campaign, “Archaeology 46,” primarily aimed at highlighting the importance of protecting the archaeological and material heritage of the Emirate of Sharjah. As part of this campaign, several activities introducing vital aspects of their diverse heritage will be organized until March 28. The official launching […]

To prepare its growing medical team for the tenth annual Pink Caravan Ride (PCR), the annual breast cancer awareness initiative that travels across the UAE providing free clinical examinations and promoting early detection of the disease, PCR’s higher steering committee held a series of training sessions to gear them up for the campaign. Being held […]

Under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Dr Sultan bin Mohamed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, the ninth edition of the International Government Communication Forum (IGCF) to be held from March 4 – 5 at the Expo Centre Sharjah, will be headlined by 64 leading global thinkers, government officials and intellectuals […]

HE Abdullah Sultan Al Owais, Chairman of the Sharjah Chamber of Commerce & Industry, SCCI, recently received a high-level Argentinian Delegation, headed by HE Raúl Alejandro Jalil, Governor of the Argentine Province of Catamarca, accompanied by HE Aldo Gabriel Sarkis, Minister of Investment and Development, HE David Sebastian Nobleja, Mayor of the city of Tinugasta […]

The Sharjah Child Friendly Office (SCFO), an entity that aims to protect and elevate the rights and wellbeing of children and young adults (0 – 18 years) in Sharjah, has been conferred with the ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management System certification for consistently offering services that meet the public’s as well as regulatory requirements, and for […]

For someone who had never cooked while growing up and made her first dish only in her 20s, Anissa Helou’s contribution to the global culinary canon and her unparalleled authority on an extensive range of cuisines is nothing short of extraordinary. In a delightful conversation with Emirati entrepreneur Mohamed Al Awadhi at the ‘Cooks & […]

The newly expanded Masjid-al-Fatimeen-al-Bohra in Al Manakh, Sharjah was inaugurated by Syedna Mufaddal Saifuddin, the leader of the worldwide Dawoodi Bohra community, on Sunday, the 16th of February. In his brief address, Syedna especially expressed his gratitude to His Highness Sheikh Sultan bin Muhammad Al-Qasimi, the Ruler of Sharjah, and thanked the Government of Sharjah […]

More than 5,000 students from various schools in Sharjah have so far visited ‘Travelling Bricks’, a one-of-its-kind exhibition of 88 models created using around a million Lego bricks. The exhibition organised by Al Majaz Waterfront, one of Sharjah’s tourist, leisure and family destinations, and located near Al Rawi Café, the exhibition is open until 1 […]

The Arab Academy for Science Technology and Maritime Transport in Sharjah (AASTS) has launched a comprehensive programme to motivate its first-batch students to be an exceptional vanguard in academic and scientific achievements, and role models for excellence in research and development. This will promote AASTS’s attractiveness to new students and strengthen its position as a […]

76% of the total exhibiting space at the 7th edition of Acres Real Estate Exhibition 2020 has been booked, Sharjah Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SCCI) announced today. Held under the patronage of HH Sheikh Sultan Bin Mohammed Bin Sultan Al Qassimi, Crown Prince and Deputy Ruler of Sharjah, the real estate exhibition will run […]

The Sharjah FDI Office (Invest in Sharjah), operating under the Sharjah Investment and Development Authority (Shurooq), in collaboration with Korea International Trade Association (KITA), organised a Sharjah–Korea Business Roundtable yesterday (February 17, Monday) at the Sharjah Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SCCI), to explore greater economic ties and synergies between Sharjah and Korea and introduce […]

This season of #letsmajaz will see the Musical singer Nassif Zeytoun and the pop singer Yara take to the stage at Al Majaz Amphitheatre on March 27, 2020, as they belt out chart-topping numbers to their enormous fan base. Sharjah’s landmark entertainment destination, Al Majaz, will be the setting of a phenomenal musical evening where […]

The 10th edition of annual 10-day Pink Caravan Ride to raise breast cancer awareness which will start from Sharjah on February 26 and run till March 6, has evolved into a tradition over the past decade. By offering early detection screening tests for breast cancer and spreading awareness about the importance of self-examination amongst the […]

Rafid Automotive Solutions, a joint venture between Sharjah Asset Management – the investment arm of the Government of Sharjah – and OWS Auto, provides quality services to vehicle owners, the public and private sectors, and individuals. The initiative is in line with Sharjah’s vision to provide the public with the best services. Rafid operates four […]

Sheikha Bodour bint Sultan Al Qasimi, Vice President of International Publishers Association (IPA) and Head of the Sharjah World Book Capital (SWBC) Advisory Committee, has inaugurated the Creative Writing Retreat, a new project taken up as part of the yearlong Sharjah WBC celebrations. Taking place at the recently-opened luxury eco-retreat in Sharjah, Al Badayer Retreat, the literary project has been launched by ‘1001 Titles’ […]

Under the patronage of H.H. Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Muhammed Al Qasimi, Member of the Supreme Council and Ruler of Sharjah, the 10th edition of Sharjah Light Festival concluded its light shows yesterday (February 15, 2020), after attracting a strong turnout of visitors for 11 consecutive nights, during which a series of impressive light and […]

The ninth edition of the International Government Communication Forum (IGCF) has announced HE Juan Manuel Santos, former President of Colombia, as the keynote speaker who will be part of the forum’s opening proceedings on March 4, 2020. His interactive speech will offer attendes key global insights into effective reputation management. The 2016 Nobel Peace Prize […]

Al Qasba – Sharjah’s leisure destination for families and tourists, has announced the launch of new restaurants and cafés, as well as educational and sports centres. Additionally, many existing facilities at the destination have been expanded and upgraded. These new attractions representing popular international brands have been introduced to better cater to the diverse recreational […]

NAMA Women Advancement Establishment (NAMA) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Sharjah Media City (Shams) to support women-owned businesses across Sharjah through focused data collection that will aid in studies to advance women’s economic activities in the emirate. The data, thus collected, will contribute to the development of tools, processes and systems to […]

The Sharjah World Book Capital 2019 (SWBC) Office organised a specialised developmental workshop for 12 mid-career translators selected from seven countries. The course aims to boost translators’ skills in both Arabic and English and comes as part of Sharjah’s continued dedication to promote the translations movement into and out of Arabic. The three-day workshop, ‘Tarjem’, […]