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’, […]

The Italian city of Bologna is celebrating Sharjah as guest of honour at their upcoming Children’s Book Fair – one of the most prestigious children’s book fairs in the world, which will be taking place from March 30 to April 2. Sharjah’s programme includes panel discussions, interactive activities and traditional shows which highlight the leading […]

Her Highness Sheikha Jawaher bint Mohammed Al Qasimi, wife of His Highness the Ruler of Sharjah, Chairperson of The Big Heart Foundation (TBHF) and Eminent Advocate for Refugee Children at (UNHCR), underscored that actors in the humanitarian sector need to be more than charitable and sympathetic; they must also be extremely passionate about human rights […]

Under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Sultan bin Mohammed bin Sultan Al Qasimi, Crown Prince and Deputy Ruler of Sharjah, Sheikh Khaled bin Abdullah bin Sultan Al Qasimi, Chairman of the Department of Seaports and Customs, honored the winners of the 4th Sharjah Excellence Award 2019, in addition to honoring partners, sponsors, jury committee […]

Prominent landmarks and the iconic architecture of Sharjah’s East Coast, namely Dibba al Hisn, Khorfakkan, Kalba; Al Dhaid; and Al Hamriya are illuminated with a kaleidoscope of creative lights and colors this year, with the return of the much-talked-about Sharjah Light Festival, the emirate’s exciting annual light and sound spectacular. The marvelous light shows continue […]

The 22nd edition of the National Career Exhibition 2020 concluded on Tuesday at the Expo Centre Sharjah. The Career Fair was held under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Mohamed Al Qasimi, Member of the UAE Supreme Council and Ruler of Sharjah, and organized by the Expo Centre Sharjah in cooperation with […]

HE Abdullah Sultan Al Owais, Chairman of the Sharjah Chamber of Commerce & Industry, SCCI, recently received HE Bakhtiyor Ibragimov, Uzbekistan Ambassador to the UAE. The meeting, which was held at the SCCI headquarters, discussed avenues for developing economic cooperation relations, promoting joint investments, exchanging trade missions and building partnerships between the two business communities […]

Over 350 doctors will be available for consultations at over 70 fixed and mobile clinics, while 150 riders will join them in spreading awareness about breast cancer for the 10th edition of the Pink Caravan Ride, UAE’s leading breast cancer awareness initiative by Sharjah-based civil society organisation Friends of Cancer Patients (FOCP). This was announced […]

Sheikha Bodour bint Sultan Al Qasimi, Head of Advisory Committee of Sharjah World Book Capital (SWBC) and Vice President of International Publishers Association (IPA), has conducted a detailed inspection visit yesterday of the ‘House of Wisdom’ library project, developed by Sharjah Investment and Development Authority (Shurooq) and slated to open in April 2020. Sheikha Bodour […]

Offering UAE residents yet another opportunity to shop, eat, learn and be entertained, Sharjah’s leisure destination for families and tourists, Al Qasba, has announced a four-month Pop-up Avenue outdoor market, which begins this Thursday, February 13. Until Eid Al-Fitr which falls on May 24 this year, the Pop-Up Avenue will line the beautiful canal-side walkways […]

The Environment and Protected Areas Authority (EPAA) recently organised an event for National Environment Day with the theme “Nature-Based Solutions”. Held at Souq Al Jubail in Sharjah, the event, which was aimed at all community groups, helped to boost environmental awareness and social responsibility by highlighting the individual’s role in preserving the environment and its […]

The Sharjah Light Festival 2020 continues to dazzle visitors and tourists with spectacular displays that illuminate the most famous buildings and landmarks in Sharjah. This huge annual event, the first-of-its-kind in the Middle East, presents artistic interpretations of civilizations and cultures using the latest inventions and innovations in the world of sound, lighting and modern […]

The Sharjah Chamber of Commerce & Industry, SCCI, in cooperation with the Sharjah Real Estate Registration Department and the Representative Committee of the Real Estate Sector Business Group working under the SCCI umbrella, recently announced an integrated action plan for launching the 7th edition of the Real Estate Investment Exhibition (ACRES 2020), which is organized […]

The Sharjah Entrepreneurship Center (Sheraa) has officially opened applications for its Seed program. Sheraa is welcoming tech-enabled startups that are looking to achieve product market fit and become seed ready. The application process adopts a funnel-like approach, where applicants are classified as either Seed or Pre-seed. Seed startups that closely fit the program requirements are […]

Grab a top-deck seat on board the charming red City Sightseeing Sharjah (CSS) bus and enjoy the spectacular evening sights as the 10th Sharjah Light Festival transforms the city into a wide canvas of vibrant colours and dancing images. CSS will be running this special nightly tour through the entire duration of the festival, until […]

The Pearl Initiative, the business-led non-profit organisation promoting a culture of corporate transparency and accountability in the Gulf Region, organised a series of one-day workshops recently in partnership with NAMA Women Advancement Establishment (NAMA), to discuss ways in which Gulf Region businesses should support its women employees for organisational success. Titled ‘Making the Business Case […]

The Champion Nurse Awards launch was held in Dubai supported by The Heath Bank. This launch to what will be an annual event celebrated the nurses’ invaluable contribution, achievements and applauded their dedication to the profession and humanity. Esteemed speakers from the health care sector exchanged views at the event about the necessity of establishing […]

Under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Mohamed Al Qasimi, Member of the UAE Supreme Council and Ruler of Sharjah, HH Sheikh Sultan bin Mohammed bin Sultan Al Qasimi, Crown Prince and Deputy Ruler of Sharjah, today Sunday inaugurated the 22nd edition of the National Career Exhibition 2020 which is held at […]

It was a thrill for visitors at the first Sharjah Wheelers Festival held yesterday (Friday) at Al Majaz Amphitheatre, one of Sharjah’s inclusive cultural and leisure destinations. The event turned out to be an automotive enthusiast’s dream, bringing car and bike afficionados together to celebrate their passion and explore the world of unique cars. The […]

His Royal Highness Prince El Hassan bin Talal of Jordan, President and patron of the Arab Thought Forum, will be guest of honour at the 9th International Government Communication Forum (ICGF) in Sharjah, where he will deliver a keynote address during the opening ceremony on March 4, 2020. A writer and thinker, HRH El Hassan […]

Under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Mohamed Al Qasimi, Member of the UAE Supreme Council and Ruler of Sharjah, the 22nd edition of the National Career Exhibition 2020 will kick off this Sunday at the Expo Centre Sharjah. The Career Fair is organized by the Expo Centre Sharjah in cooperation with […]

Grab a top-deck seat on board the charming red City Sightseeing Sharjah (CSS) bus and enjoy the spectacular evening sights as the 10th Sharjah Light Festival transforms the city into a wide canvas of vibrant colours and dancing images. CSS commenced this special tour yesterday (Wednesday), which will run through the entire duration of the […]

Expo Centre Sharjah is once again set to host the region’s only exhibition dedicated to visual disability technologies from February 11 to 13, 2020. Displaying innovations and technologies in the field of specialized aids for the blind and the visually impaired, the fourth Sight ME will be organized by the Emirates Association of the Visually […]

The 12th Traditional Crafts Forum, organized by the Sharjah Institute for Heritage (SIH) commenced on Tuesday at the Al Jawaher Reception and Convention Centre. Under the theme “Sharjah’s Handicrafts,” the two-day forum highlights the work of local craftsmen and artisans, who have created products deeply rooted in the emirate’s cultural fabric and are also known […]

Under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Mohamed Al Qasimi, Member of the UAE Supreme Council and Ruler of Sharjah, the 22nd edition of the National Career Exhibition will be held from February 9 to 11, 2020. The Career Fair is organized by the Expo Centre Sharjah in cooperation with the Emirates […]

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 […]

Growing prosperity and an increasing population in the Gulf states is taking a heavy toll on coastal and marine life, stated Mr. Fareed Krupp of Senkenburg Research Institute and Museum of Nature, Germany at the 21st Sharjah International Conservation Forum for Arabian Biodiversity, SICFAB. Organised by the Environment and Protected Areas Authority, EPAA, SICFAB, which […]

400 delegates including civil society leaders, healthcare experts, policymakers and specialists from 80 countries across six continents are converging in Sharjah for the third edition of the Global NCD Alliance Forum 2020 from February 9-11 to take forward the emirate’s mandate of turning the spotlight on and galvanising action for the noncommunicable disease (NCD) epidemic, […]

The Etisalat Award for Arabic Children’s Literature (Etisalat Award), organised by the UAE Board on Books for Young People (UAEBBY) and sponsored by the Etisalat Group, held four storytelling sessions for children to mark its participation at the 51st edition of Cairo International Book Fair (CIBF), which concludes on February 4, witnessed the participation of 900 […]

HE Dr. Talal Abu-Ghazaleh, Founder and Chairman of Talal Abu-Ghazaleh & Co. International has been announced as the guest of honour at the 9th edition of the International Government Communication Forum (IGCF) 2020. He will be delivering a motivational speech titled ‘The Story of a Mind with No Limits’ at the event’s inauguration ceremony. One […]

The Sharjah Chamber of Commerce & Industry, SCCI, in collaboration with the Japan External Trade Organization in Dubai (JETRO Dubai), today organized the Sharjah – Japan Business Forum, with a view to exploring investment opportunities between the business communities of both countries, opening new horizons of partnership and developing long-standing economic, trade and cultural relations […]

Pink Caravan, a pan-UAE breast cancer early detection initiative, is partnering with leading independent film distributor Front Row, and VOX Cinemas, the Middle East’s largest and most rapidly growing exhibitor, on the release of Ordinary Love which stars Academy Award nominees Liam Neeson and Lesley Manville. Ahead of the upcoming 10th anniversary edition of Pink […]

The 21st Sharjah International Conservation Forum for Arabian Biodiversity (SICFAB), which is organised by the Environment and Protected Areas Authority (EPAA) and held in Desert Park, started yesterday morning with the participation of 158 experts, specialists, researchers and academics from 14 countries. The Forum will continue until February 6th. Over the course of four days, […]

As the debut edition of Sharjah Fringe Festival (Sharjah Fringe), presented by Sharjah Investment and Development Authority (Shurooq) in strategic partnership with Sharjah Commerce and Tourism Development Authority (SCTDA), came to an end (Saturday) after a glorious 17-day run, the Middle Eastern rendition of the world’s largest art and entertainment festival has imbued fresh enthusiasm […]

Beachgoers at the Al Hamriyah Beach were in for a pleasant surprise when the Sharjah ‘Mobile Beach Library’ – an initiative launched by Knowledge without Borders (KWB), in cooperation with the Sharjah World Book Capital Office (SWBC Office) 2019 and the Sharjah Investment and Development Authority (Shurooq) – was unveiled at the beach. The opening […]

‘Cookies for a Cause’, the annual fundraising campaign initiated by the Sharjah Girl Guides (SGG), has raised AED 54,800 to aid prisoners languishing in jails for non-payment of debts. This amount, raised in 2019, almost doubles the amount collected the previous year. 54 SGG Brownies (7 to 11 years) and Guides (12 to 15 years) […]

The Communication and Community Services Department at the Environment and Protected Areas Authority (EPAA) recently introduced an initiative as part of a campaign to raise awareness about the safe disposal of barbecue charcoal in wilderness areas on Maliha Street (Khatm Tunnel and Hamdah Tunnel), in cooperation with EPAA’s Inspection Department and staff volunteers, including Sharjah […]

More than 60 emerging and experienced UAE-based writers, actors and directors, cutting across age groups and nationalities, are infusing the Sharjah Fringe festival with a vibrant energy with a wide genre of 10-minute plays under the first-ever Short+Sweet Sharjah banner. Teenager Mohammed Abeer and veteran Sunil Jasuja owned the stage at Masrah Al Qasba – […]

Jordanian pop singers Aziz Maraka and Adham Nabulsi brought their musical flair to the popular Al Majaz Amphitheatre on Friday night, offering hundreds of fans an exceptional concert boasting an incredible variety of Arabic rock-jazz. Performing for the first time in Sharjah, Arabic jazz musician Aziz Maraka was welcomed on the #letsmajaz stage with a roaring […]

A Sharjah Investment and Development Authority (Shurooq) project, House of Wisdom reimagines libraries for the 21st century, and is scheduled for public opening in April this year in Sharjah. Boasting a built-up area of 12,000 square metres and characterised by iconic design elements, contemporary Arabic architecture and interactive facilities, this high-tech library and social hub […]

The recently released data by the Sharjah Chamber of Commerce & Industry, SCCI, showed that the number of the new memberships of the SCCI has remarkably increased in 2019, reaching 5626 members. While the total number of memberships movement in the main branch and other branches of the SCCI in Al Dhaid, Khor Fakkan, Dibba, […]

Organised by the Environment and Protected Areas Authority (EPAA), the 21st Sharjah International Conservation Forum for Arabian Biodiversity (SICFAB) will begin tomorrow – February 3rd – at Desert Park in Sharjah. The four-day Forum, which will be held until February 6th, will include discussions of several important issues related to biodiversity such as marine and […]

In a bid to empower young Brownies (7 – 11 years) make a positive difference in their communities by taking practical actions to learn and lead, Sharjah Girl Guides (SGG) organized two workshops, one of which was held in collaboration with The Big Heart Foundation (TBHF), a UAE-based global humanitarian charity dedicated to helping refugees […]

Under the patronage of HH Sheikh Sultan bin Mohammed bin Sultan Al Qasimi, Crown Prince and Deputy Ruler of Sharjah, Sheikh Khaled Bin Abdullah Bin Sultan Al Qasimi, Chairman of the Department of Seaports and Customs, inaugurated today (Thursday) the 3rd Kerala trade and culture fest “Come On Kerala 2020” at the Expo Centre Sharjah. With the participation of more […]

It is evident from the kind of shows on offer at the ongoing Sharjah Fringe festival (Sharjah Fringe), that the carefully-crafted programme of over 60 staged and roaming street performances has a mission loftier than providing fun and entertainment. The debut edition of Sharjah Fringe, presented by Sharjah Investment and Development Authority (Shurooq) in strategic […]

Conmix Ltd. was one of the Golden Sponsors of the recently held “Sharjah Second Engineering Forum with a theme “Future Engineering” held at Al Jawaher Reception and Convention Centre, on the 21st and 22nd of January 2020. The event was organized by Sharjah City Municipality, in collaboration with the Arab Union for Investment & Real Estate Development, and a […]

Under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Sultan bin Mohammed bin Sultan Al Qasimi, Crown Prince and Deputy Ruler of Sharjah, the 3rd Indian Trade and Cultural Show “Come on Kerala” will kick off Thursday and runs until February 1, at the Expo Centre Sharjah. The event, which is organized by the Sharjah Chamber of […]

The Environment and Protected Areas Authority (EPAA) announced that it has completed preparations for the 21st Sharjah International Conservation Forum for Arabian Biodiversity (SICFAB), which will be held at Desert Park from February 3th to 6th. With the participation of more than 130 environmental experts, researchers and specialists from 24 countries around the world, SICFAB […]

The Sharjah FDI Office (Invest in Sharjah), operating under the Sharjah Investment and Development Authority (Shurooq), has been named the ‘Best FDI Agency 2019 – UAE’ by International Finance, a premium business and finance magazine published by the UK’s International Finance Publications Limited. Since 2013, the award has been recognising industry talent, leadership skills, industry […]

Bee’ah, the award-winning UAE-based sustainability and environmental services pioneer, has been appointed as the waste management partner for Egypt’s new Administrative Capital, which is being developed by the Administrative Capital for Urban Development and is one of the largest urban development projects in the world. Bee’ah, the six-time winner of the Waste Management Company of […]

Her Highness Sheikha Jawaher bint Mohammed Al Qasimi, Wife of His Highness the Ruler of Sharjah, Founder and Royal Patron of Friends of Cancer Patients (FOCP) and International Ambassador for the World Cancer Declaration of the Union for International Cancer Control (UICC), has approved February 26th as the inaugural day of the 10th edition of […]

As part of Sharjah Fringe Festival 2020 (Sharjah Fringe), The Flag Island Amphitheatre is hosting a comedy theatre production titled ‘Itfaddal Fil Salon’ featuring celebrated Egyptian actor Bayoumi Fouad on Friday, January 31. Directed by Islam Imam, the play’s plot centres around about a man who tries different ways to find a groom for his […]

Seventeen UAE-based female entrepreneurs have graduated from the Badiri Education and Development Academy (Badiri) – the education and capacity development arm of NAMA Women Advancement Establishment (NAMA) based in Sharjah – to embark on 16 unique journeys of creating social change through their purpose-driven start-ups. These up-and-coming entrepreneurs were trained at the second edition of […]

Over the course of five days, Sharjah Book Authority (SBA) shed light on the latest efforts and strategies being implemented worldwide to advance the library sector, as part of their participation in American Library Association (ALA)’s 2020 Midwinter Meeting & Exhibits held in Philadelphia, USA. The event brought together librarians and other experts in the sector from […]

Toddlers, children, university goers, professionals who had just finished their work day, parents and grandparents, were all in the audience to watch famous Australian street entertainer, J-P Koala and other performers, on the banks of the Al Qasba canal. Pulling out sharp knives, a long leather whip, two medieval Scottish battle axes, a torch and, […]

The International Government Communication Centre (IGCC), an initiative of Sharjah Government Media Bureau (SGMB), has announced the names of partners who will nominate government entities in eight categories of the 7th edition of the Sharjah Government Communication Award (SGCA). The move is aimed at ensuring a professional approach and transparency in nomination of candidates and selection of the […]

Pearl Initiative, a business-led non-profit organisation promoting a corporate culture of transparency and accountability across the Gulf Region’s Private Sector, held a roundtable in Kuwait City to raise awareness among Kuwait-based companies on the value of bolstering policies pertaining to transparency, ethics and risk management practices in business. The event, titled ‘The Changing Face of […]

Thousands of concertgoers at the iconic Al Majaz Amphitheatre in Sharjah enjoyed a magical night of Arabic music yesterday (Friday) evening as two popular Arab musical talents – Jordanian singer-songwriter Omar Al Abdallat and Palestinian pop star Mohammed Assaf – rocked the venue with a selection of their most popular hits and folk renditions. The […]

How will children react if the magician welcomes them on stage with the quip: “If the trick doesn’t work, one of the children will disappear!” Contrary to expectations, the eight- to 10-year-old children from the International School of Creative Sciences and Al Qurain School in Sharjah react with mock horror. “Parents can sometimes be over-protective,” […]

The activities of 16th International Education Show 2020 (IES 2020) concluded on Friday amid an outstanding turnout of students and parents, as well as the remarkable participation of about 120 educational and academic institutions from 20 countries around the world, in addition to the participation of 70 UAE colleges and universities.. The IES 2020 was […]

Sharjah Media City (Shams) in collaboration with Al Batayeh Municipality is set to organize the “Sharjah Media City Cricket Championship.” The announcement was made during a press conference held on Thursday at Sharjah Media City (Shams). The championship will be held at the Al Batayeh Cricket Ground from February 6- March 16, and will witness […]

Jordanian singer-songwriter Omar Al Abdallat and Palestinian Arab Idol Mohammed Assaf are set to wow the audiences with a selection of popular Arabic songs tomorrow (Friday) as part of the season of #letsmajaz at Al Majaz Amphitheatre in Sharjah. Al Abdallat, who popularised Bedouin music and has penned some of the most iconic Jordanian patriotic […]

Sharjah Public Library (SPL) is bringing together 37 artists and renowned cultural personalities from 18 countries worldwide at an Art Exhibition from January 25 – 30, 2020. To be hosted at the Sharjah Public Library, the exhibition will highlight the details of the ‘hand painted’ form and will feature exquisite works of art created with […]

HE Sheikh Khalid bin Essam Al Qasimi, Chairman of Department of Civil Aviation Sharjah, today inaugurated the 16th International Education Show 2020 (IES 2020) which is being organized and hosted by the Expo Centre Sharjah, with the support of the Sharjah Chamber of Commerce & Industry, SCCI, and the Ministry of Education and Sharjah Education […]

Philanthropic capital and how best to deploy it for maximum social impact, was the focus of today’s (Wednesday) Davos 2020 high-level meeting entitled, ‘Stakeholders for a Cohesive and Sustainable World: The Role of Philanthropy in Emerging Economies’, at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland. Discussion leaders comprised of Sheikha Bodour bint Sultan bin Muhammad […]

“I have never seen anything like it before,” says a beaming 14-year-old Rashid, having just witnessed a fast-paced, high-energy, live action street performance show held as part of the ongoing Sharjah Fringe Festival on the promenade of the scenic Al Qasba. “It was so much fun and captivating; I enjoyed the hilarious mimes and juggling […]

Lughati, a Sharjah-based initiative dedicated to empowering the national Arabic curriculum with smart learning tools, has announced the participation of 18 kindergarten schools in the fifth edition of the ‘Lughati Play Award’, which aims to motivate young pupils to use Arabic in creative stage performances. Following a collaboration agreement signed with the Sharjah Private Education […]

Organised by Sharjah’s Environment and Protected Areas Authority (EPAA), the 21st Sharjah International Conservation Forum for Arabian Biodiversity (SICFAB), which begins on February 3rd, will address several important topics over a period of four days at the Desert Park. SICFAB will include an introduction to marine and coastal management covering coral, turtles, sharks, marine mammals, […]

The Sharjah Chamber of Commerce & Industry, SCCI, has recently announced the launch of the activities of the 3rd Come on Kerala, the annual trade and cultural show, which is held, in collaboration with Gulf Madhiamam Newspaper, at the Expo Centre Sharjah from January 30 to February 1, under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh […]

Stunning larger-than-life LEGO® replicas of planes and ships have left visitors to the Travelling Bricks exhibition in Sharjah marvelling at the ingenuity and workmanship that have gone behind making these awe-inspiring pieces of art. Inaugurated on Monday at Al Majaz Waterfront, near Al Rawi Café, Travelling Bricks is a one-of-its-kind exhibition of 88 models of […]

Legendary Lebanese composer Marcel Khalife and Algerian singer-songwriter Souad Massi will be performing at the new season of #letsmajaz at Al Majaz Amphitheatre on March 13, 2020. The two cultural icons are known in the region and beyond for their ability to connect modern audiences to the best of Arabian musical heritage. Marcel Khalife, dubbed […]

Real estate transactions valued 24.2 billion AED in the Emirate of Sharjah in 2019 increasing by 7.3 in comparison to 2018. 61,357 transactions were recorded in 2019, increasing by 13.4% in comparison to 2018, according to the annual report of the Sharjah Real Estate Registration Department (SRERD). Diverse Investment Opportunities Abdulaziz Ahmed Al Shamsi, Director […]

Sharjah has burst onto the global Fringe scene with the launch of its first Fringe festival on Thursday 16 January, transforming the city into a vibrant family entertainment canvas painted with a diversity of acts spanning the genres of theatre, comedy, circus, dance and children’s entertainment. Whacky comedy and gravity-defying performances unfolded across a trio […]

Athletes of the Sharjah Women’s Sports Club (SWSC) will be receiving training in sports camps to be held in Poland and Serbia from January 17 to February 1, 2020, in preparation for the fifth edition of Arab Women Sports Tournament (AWST 2020), being organised by the Sharjah Women’s Sports (SWS) from February 2 – 12. The […]

Celebrated Nigerian novelist and poet, Lola Shoneyin, took over the #BookTalks at Al Rawi Café in Sharjah to discuss her multiple award-winning debut novel, The Secret Lives of Baba Segi’s Wives, in which she explores the effects of polygamy on Nigerian women who are caught up in it. The event was part of the ongoing […]

Music lovers from across the UAE poured into Sharjah on Friday evening for the concert they’d been looking forward to for months. A rousing roar of applause ripped through Al Majaz Amphitheatre as international soul artiste, Lewis Capaldi, came face to face with his UAE fans for the first time. Evidently, they were more than […]

Tens of thousands of students looking to pursue higher studies will converge on Sharjah as the region’s most popular higher education fair is set to be held at Expo Centre Sharjah from January 22 to 24, 2020. The 16th International Education Show 2020 (IES 2020) will see bigger participation of educational institutions, launch of one […]

Her Highness Sheikha Jawaher bint Mohammed Al Qasimi, wife of His Highness the Ruler of Sharjah and Chairperson of Sharjah’s Supreme Council for Family Affairs, stressed that a community’s advancement is measured by the extent to which it provides care to all segments of society, particularly children, whom we must stand by, safeguard their rights […]

Tomorrow, the Environment and Protected Areas Authority (EPAA) opens the Geological Park in Al Buhais on the plains of Al Madam area in order to introduce visitors and residents to the geological importance of Jebel Buhais and the surrounding areas. The Park provides visitors with the opportunity to view exhibits in the halls and wander […]

Come January 16, and the streets of Sharjah – the Khalid Lagoon walkway along Corniche Street between Al Majaz Waterfront and Al Qasba – will be bursting with a variety of entertainment acts as part of the debut edition of Sharjah Fringe festival. This stretch of Sharjah will turn into a colourful arena of fun […]

The 16th edition of SteelFab 2020, the region’s largest showcase of machinery, equipment, tools, and accessories for the metalworking and forming industry, continues for the third day, attracting a heavy turnout of decision-makers, traders and delegations from around the world. Held at Expo Centre Sharjah with the support of Sharjah Chamber of Commerce and Industry […]

In a bid to deepen the love of reading and storytelling amongst the students of Sharjah’s public and private schools and heighten students’ awareness on the importance of cultivating the reading habit as a lifelong practice, the Sharjah World Book Capital 2019 office has launched ‘Book Friendly Schools’ campaign, a two-month sociocultural campaign targeting 30 […]

As part of its continuous effort to attract more students interested in maritime education, the Arab Academy for Science Technology and Maritime Transport in Sharjah announced its participation in the International Education Exhibition, which will be held at the Sharjah Expo from January 22 to 24 of this month. The Academy will present to visitors, […]

The Al Majaz Waterfront, one of Sharjah’s tourist, leisure and family destinations, will be organising ‘Travelling Bricks’, a one-of-its-kind exhibition of 88 models created using around a million Lego bricks, from January 20 to March 1, 2020, every day from 04:00 pm until 10:00 pm. The exhibition is the work of Ryan ‘The Brickman’ McNaught […]

All roads will lead to the panoramic, family-friendly Al Qasba starting 16 January as the curtain rises on the debut edition of Sharjah Fringe, the first-ever Fringe festival in the Middle East, boasting a rich and diverse selection of curated acts that were born on Fringe stages around the world. For over two weeks starting […]

Taking forward the first phase of Sharjah’s recently launched Child-Friendly Schools and Nurseries project, three workshops were held in the emirate to introduce educators to a child rights-based approach to education, with the aim of implementing safe, healthy and protective school environments, as well as adequate resources and conditions appropriate for learning. Organised by the […]

The Friends of Diabetes Association, one of the health-promoting organizations under the Health Education Department of the Supreme Council for Family Affairs in Sharjah, today (Tuesday) unveiled the details of its “Super Hero Campaign”, which is organized in collaboration with the Ministry of Education and the Sharjah Education Council. The campaign was launched during a […]

With success in coatings industry relying heavily on innovation and continual advancements of technology, executives and decision-makers from the industrial segment are flocking to the four-day SteelFab that is under way at Expo Centre Sharjah until Thursday (January 16). “SteelFab targets a wide spectrum of industrial segments within the manufacturing industry with its special focus […]

The Sharjah Chamber of Commerce & Industry, SCCI, has recently organized a consultative meeting with representatives, heads, and executives of the contracting companies operating in the Emirate of Sharjah, with a view to reviewing the developments in the contracting sector and ways of developing it. Headed by H.E. Abdullah Sultan Al Owais, SCCI’s Chairman, the […]

The pathway to adopting a broader approach to defining and curating content and debating the strategic role of communication in an age of radical technology disruption will be among the key discussion topics at the ninth edition of the International Government Communication Forum (IGCF), scheduled to open in March 2020 in Sharjah. The region’s leading […]

Presenting the region’s largest showcase of machinery, equipment, tools and accessories for the metal working and forming industry, the 16th SteelFab 2020 has got under way at Expo Centre Sharjah on Monday (Jan 13). Serving as a one-stop sourcing and reference point for the entire spectrum of products and services relating to welding and cutting […]

Sharjah International Airport passengers left for various parts of the world last Thursday, carrying free books they chose on a variety of topics. These books were brought in as part of the ‘Travel with a Book’ event organised by Sharjah-based Knowledge without Borders (KwB) initiative for airport passengers and employees, which accented the usual scenes […]

The Emirate of Sharjah is experiencing strong economic growth and moving strongly towards further development and progress, said HE Saud Salim Al Mazrouei, Director of Hamriyah Free Zone Authority (HFZA) and Sharjah Airport International Free Zone (SAIF ZONE). Al Mazrouei made his remarks on the occasion of approving the Emirate’s largest ever general budget on Sunday by […]

The Middle East’s largest steel fabrication event, SteelFab 20020, will kick off tomorrow (Monday) at Expo Centre Sharjah. The 16th edition of the region’s premier steel and metal industry event will bring together more than 300 professionals and companies representing some of the world’s leading steel and metal manufacturers and suppliers. Some 35 leading countries […]

The NGO, Sharjah Charity House, has donated US$ 1 million to support The Big Heart Foundation’s (TBHF) humanitarian projects in the Kakuma refugee camp and the Kalobeyei Integrated Settlement in the Republic of Kenya to provide basic services and develop their infrastructure. The donation came as a result of a recent visit organised by TBHF, […]

A stellar lineup of theatre artists, comedians, musicians, acrobats and dancers will make their way to Al Majaz Waterfront as it transforms into a showcase venue for standout acts from the global Fringe repertoire to mark the debut edition of Sharjah Fringe, the first-ever Fringe festival in the Middle East. From 16 January to 1 […]

Technology is set to take centre stage as the region’s premier metal working, metal manufacturing and steel fabrication industry event gets ready to roll on Monday (Jan 13) at Expo Centre Sharjah. A trusted platform for the past 16 years, the four-day SteelFab 2020 will once again become a gateway for latest technology and innovations […]

The Hamriyah Free Zone Authority, HFZA, has announced it’s taking part in 16th edition of the region’s premier steel and metal industry event, SteelFab 2020, scheduled to be held at Expo Centre Sharjah from January 13 to 16. HFZA stressed that SteelFab 2020 represents a perfect platform to highlight Sharjah’s unique investment environment, and the […]

Sharjah Archeology Authority (SAA) in cooperation with a group of foreign archaeological missions will continue archaeological excavations across the Emirate of Sharjah. The excavations will be conducted under the supervision of SAA in cooperation with several universities and institutes specialized in archaeological research and cultural heritage, from across the world. The foreign missions are expected […]

The Al Majaz Amphitheatre’s Management has announced that Jordanian singer Omar Al Abdallat and Palestinian Arab Idol Mohammed Assaf, will be performing on the third Friday of this month on January 24. Their concert was earlier scheduled to stage on January 10, but has been pushed back due to possibility of rainfall in the UAE. […]

Even for those with a flair for extreme adventure and a strong will to survive, coping with harsh desert terrain requires more than just fearlessness or raw instinct. Add a great new skill to your own or your children’s lives by learning how to build a shelter, build your own fire and use basic navigation […]

Expo Centre Sharjah has announced it will be hosting, the 2nd edition of ‘The Education Growth Summit (TEGS) in Sharjah from January 22 to 23, 2020, following a cooperation agreement recently signed in Bangalore, India. During a press conference held in Bangalore, the agreement was signed between Expo Centre Sharjah represented by Sultan Shattaf, Director, […]

In keeping with its mission of empowering differently abled children and facilitating their access to knowledge, Kalimat Foundation for Children’s Empowerment celebrated World Braille Day on January 4, 2020, with a series of activities highlighting the importance of Braille language in paving the path to literacy for the visually challenged. The event was held in […]

Sharjah Women’s Sports (SWS) recently organised an annual gathering to celebrate the yearlong efforts and achievements of its employees, including those working at the Sharjah Women’s Sports Club (SWSC). The event was held at the Mleiha Archaeological Centre, in the presence of HE Nada Askar Al Naqbi, Director General of SWS; and Maitha bin Dawi, […]

The second edition of E88 Market, a 21-day outdoor food, shopping and entertainment festival, organised by the Al Jawaher Reception and Convention Centre (JRCC) on its sprawling grounds in Sharjah, has attracted a visitor footfall of more than 20,000 visitors, from diverse nationalities and across different age groups. With an alluring combination of delicious food […]

The training programme ‘Mehnati’, organised by the Sajaya Young Ladies of Sharjah, an affiliate of the Rubu’ Qarn Foundation for Creating Leaders and Innovators, concluded recently, under the theme of the year 2020 “Towards the next 50”. Held at different government and private companies in Sharjah, the 8-day programme saw the participation of 220 young […]

In a bid to take their key messages of child safety, healthy eating, breast cancer awareness and more, to a larger number of families and visitors, several leading public and private organisations are participating at the family-oriented setting of the outdoor E88 Market. Through interactive workshops including craft and culinary sessions, live demonstrations, and mobile […]

The second edition of E88 Market organised by Al Jawaher Reception and Convention Centre (JRCC) and launched in partnership with several institutions and government bodies, served to strengthen the cooperation between various entities and achieve the goals of Sharjah in advancing the quality of life of its residents by organising social activities to strengthen the […]

As the weather in the UAE gets better for being outdoors every day, 100 participants from brownies (7-11 years) Guides (12 – 15 years) and Senior Guides (16–18 years) of the Sharjah Girl Guides (SGG) summoned their spirit of adventure and learning on an exciting winter camp titled ‘Under the moonlight’, organised with the aim […]

The new season of the Sharjah Spring Promotions 2020, which is organized by the Sharjah Chamber of Commerce & Industry, SCCI, in association with the Sharjah Economic Development Department, Sharjah Municipality, and Sharjah Commerce &Tourism Development Authority, has kicked today Wednesday and will run until February 16. The eagerly-awaited event is featuring numerous activities and […]

Effective communication between the government and the people is vital for the fruits of development and progress to reach the real stakeholders. She stressed that there is sufficient evidence that creative government communication experiences have resulted in successful resolution of social issues, both in the region as well as globally, said Jawaher Al Naqbi, Manager […]

The Sharjah Chamber of Commerce & Industry, SCCI, represented by the Sharjah Development & Training Center, has recently wrapped up the “VAT Agent” Diploma which carried out in collaboration with the PwC, one of the region’s leading professional services firm. The step is part of the SCCI’s constant efforts to develop the skills of the […]

Keeping its promise of providing something for every visitor, the E88 Market organised by Al Jawaher Reception and Convention Centre (JRCC), entertained families and children with the right mix of hands-on activities. Young bakers took their hobby to a new level as Chef Rami Abdo Al Jibrael from JRCC demonstrated the intricacies of donut and […]

As part of its commitment to customer happiness, Sahara Centre, Sharjah’s leading retail, dining, entertainment and leisure destination, in its Spring Promotion 2020, is giving away two BMW Z4s and a total of 60 fashion vouchers worth AED 150,000 on a minimum spent of just AED 200. Winners will be selected through a live draw […]

The year 2019 ended on a high note for Emirate Publishers Association (EPA) as it was marked by a series of milestones including the debut of the Educational Publishing Seminar, introduction of new services and initiatives for the publishing fraternity in the UAE, and the continued representation of Emirati publishers at regional and international events, […]

Continuing to motivate thousands of girls and women in the UAE to embrace sports and fitness through the six editions of its annual Sharjah Ladies Run, the Sharjah Ladies Club (SLC) has opened registrations for the seventh edition of the event, which is one of the largest women-only fitness challenges in the country. As part […]

The Sharjah Chamber of Commerce & Industry, SCCI, said that the new season of “Sharjah Spring Promotions 2020” will begin on January 1 and run until 1 to February 16, 2020. This came during the coordination meeting held recently to follow up on the ongoing preparations, as part of the SCCI’s keenness on developing the […]

The Emirates Publishers Association (EPA) has announced the launch of a new project titled ‘Meet the Emirati Publishers’, which aims to expand the global reach of EPA publishers and support the translation of Arabic books into various languages. Making the announcement at its 4th board meeting held recently at EPA offices in Sharjah Publishing City Free […]

Sharjah’s tourist and heritage landmarks have always inspired visitors to capture the sights on camera for posterity. City Sightseeing Sharjah (CSS) with its tour buses that ply the city through two different routes provides the best opportunities for amateur and professional photographers to take unique photographs that capture the essence of the emirate. The ‘hop-on, […]

By placing the ‘family’ at the forefront of its annual outdoors event, E88 Market, a charming outdoor food, shopping and family festival in Sharjah, has been drawing visitors from across the UAE in its second edition this year. Organised by Al Jawaher Reception and Convention Centre (JRCC), E88 Market features an alluring combination of delicious […]

H.E Abdullah Sultan Al Owais, The Sharjah Chamber of Commerce & Industry’s Chairman (SCCI’s Chairman), recently received H.E. Shri Vipul, the Consul General of India in Dubai at the SCCI headquarters, where the two sides discussed the joint economic relations and means of enhancing the role of industrial and commercial sectors and competent authorities in […]

Maraya Art Centre, an organisation that strives to support emerging artists and designers, today announces its extended programme, as part of the 22nd edition of the Sharjah Islamic Arts Festival. In addition to Bloom, a solo exhibition by renowned Chinese artist Li Hongbo, the centre is also hosting Arc ZERO, by James Tapscott, and The […]

The Sharjah Investors Services Centre (Saeed) recently signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Federal Authority for Identity and Citizenship (ICA). The agreement allows to deliver a full range of government services to local and foreign investors, including visa, residency, sponsorship, permit and fine exemption request services, among others. The MoU was signed by […]

The Pearl Initiative, the leading business-led non-profit organisation promoting a culture of corporate transparency and accountability for the Gulf Region, and AQ&P, a strategic environmental, social, and corporate governance (ESG) consulting firm based in Dubai, have entered into a strategic cooperation agreement to collaborate on a programme of high importance to micro, small and medium […]

Sharjah Ladies Club (SLC) turned its pristine beachfront into an adventurous playground for 100 young girls and boys as they scaled over walls, crawled under nets and flipped tires in the first edition of the superheroes-themed, Heroes Challenge, on December 19, 2019. Children participated in the obstacle-course race challenge, which was designed to ignite passion […]

Al Majaz Waterfront (MWF), one of Sharjah’s family leisure destinations, will welcome 2020 with a spectacular 10-minute long fireworks display on Tuesday, December 31. Families and residents can enjoy the spectacle which will be launched from 16 massive barges, and sights of the Sharjah fountain lit up in multi-coloured splendor. Marwah Obaid Al Shamsi, General […]

The new season of #letsmajaz will host two young Jordanian musicians, Aziz Maraka and Adham Nabulsi, hit the Al Majaz Amphitheatre on January 31, 2020, with an impressive collection of their songs. Musician, Aziz Maraka, has been turning regional music industry heads with his evocative songwriting, his decision to sing in his own local dialect, […]

Sharjah Ladies Club Branches (SLCB) got their staff together for an annual gathering at the Al Jawaher Reception and Convention Centre (JRCC) in Sharjah, recently. The event celebrated the year-long efforts and achievements of SLCB employees, and highlighted their key role in developing the clubs’ corporate performance, which has furthered SLCB’s status as Sharjah’s premiere […]

Ring in 2020 with a celebratory night under the stars at Sharjah’s charming Al Noor Island, a scenic emerald gem nestled in the tranquil waters of the shimmering Khalid lagoon. The welcoming hospitality of this unique eco-leisure destination will include a sumptuous array of fine dining choices at a waterfront table, specially laid out at […]

H.H. Dr. Sheikh Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, inaugurated on Sunday the Centre of International Organisations for Cultural Heritage at University City, Sharjah. The centre’s objectives are to safeguard the cultural heritage of the emirates, whilst attracting more people to gain insight into Sharjah’s vast and rich culture. […]

The International Government Communication Centre (IGCC), an initiative of Sharjah Government Media Bureau (SGMB), has called on the public to participate actively in the online nomination and voting process for ‘The Voice of the People’, an important new addition to the Sharjah Government Communication Award (SGCA) in its UAE category. ‘The Voice of the People’ […]

Sharjah Media City (Shams) launched the inaugural “Team Shams Experience”, a pioneering mixed reality concept that is the first of its kind in the Middle East, to create a bridge between the virtual and physical realms. The launch event was held at Sharjah Golf and Shooting Club. During the inaugural “Team Shams Experience”, thirty participants […]

Sajaya Young Ladies of Sharjah (SYL), a subsidiary of the Rubu’ Qarn Foundation for Creating Leaders and Innovators, concluded the 6th edition of Afaaq Leadership Camp on Thursday, which was organised to empower young women with the 21st Century skills of critical thinking and creativity, innovation and leadership skills, in line with the goals of […]

Further adding to the excitement quotient of Sharjah World Championship Week 2019, more than 27 international teams have launched a series of events and races, including F1 and F4 powerboat championships, alongside many related water sport activities. Outdoor sports enthusiasts thronged Khalid Lagoon, where the first round of free practices of the F1 boats have […]

The 2nd edition of Reflection, Sharjah’s popular festival of music, art and knowledge, began in grand style on Wednesday at Al Qasba – Sharjah’s leisure, tourism and family destination. A celebration of art in its various forms, Reflection will be held until 22 December, with the participation of 21 art and cultural entities. The opening […]

The Sharjah Chamber of Commerce and Industry, SCCI, today (Wednesday) held an expanded meeting with representatives of Sharjah industrial sector to introduce them to the latest developments with regard to exporting food products to Saudi Arabia. Held at the SCCI headquarters, the event was attended by HE Mohammed Ahmed Amin Al Awadi, Director General of […]

The Sharjah Baby Friendly Office (SBFO) has announced that registration is now open for its ‘Child-Friendly Schools’ (CFS) project for all private schools and public nurseries in Sharjah. SBFO has partnered with the Sharjah Private Education Authority (SPEA) and Sharjah Education Council (SEC) to launch the project in collaboration with the United Nations Children’s Fund […]

Applications for the newly launched initiative by Sharjah Entrepreneurship Centre (Sheraa), titled Access Sharjah, is now officially open. The platform will connect digital startups in book-related industries to relevant public and private entities in Sharjah, and across the United Arab Emirates, facilitating their entry into one of the fastest-developing markets in the MENA region. Launching […]

A delegation from the Sharjah Chamber of Commerce & Industry, SCCI, headed by HE Abdullah Sultan Al Owais, SCCI’s Chairman, today Monday visited Souq Al Haraj for pre-owned cars, one of Sharjah Asset Management-run companies. The visit comes as part of the SCCI’s keenness on strengthening coordination and communication with its strategic partners. This would […]

The Sharjah World Championship Week, the one of a kind annual water sports event hosted by the emirate of Sharjah, is returning with yet another thrilling edition, much to the delight of adrenaline junkies and outdoor sports enthusiasts in the region. The announcement was made by the Sharjah Commerce and Tourism Development Authority (SCTDA) during […]

His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, has inaugurated the Khorfakkan Beach project, in the presence of Sheikha Bodour bint Sultan Al Qasimi, Chairperson of the Sharjah Investment and Development Authority (Shurooq), as well as a number of senior representatives from Sharjah’s state entities and project […]

The Sharjah Women’s Sports Foundation (SWSF) is ensuring a winter break full of fun and activities for girls aged 5-15 years and boys aged 5-9 years, at a winter camp it is organising from December 22 to January 9, 2020. The camp will teach them to be physically active and follow a healthy lifestyle. With […]

Following its successful debut last year, Reflection, Sharjah’s popular festival of music, art and knowledge, is gearing up for a spectacular comeback this year at the tourist, leisure, and cultural destination, Al Qasba from 18 – 22 December, 2019. Over the course of five days, from 5:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m., Sharjah’s premier tourist, leisure […]

The activities of the first edition of the home furnishing exhibition “Furniture 360”, which is being organized and hosted by the Expo Centre Sharjah with the support the Sharjah Chamber of Commerce & Industry, SCCI, are underway amid a great competitive boost between more than 50 international and local companies through exciting discounts up to […]

The second edition of the E88 Market, the first-of-its-kind outdoor food, shopping and family festival curated by the Al Jawaher Reception and Convention Centre (JRCC), begins tomorrow (Sunday). It will be offering residents and visitors from across the UAE the opportunity to enjoy an array of entertainment activities, shopping and other unique family-themed events, for […]

Five women-owned early stage start-ups in the UAE were given the opportunity to present their businesses to leading investors in a session titled ‘Opportunity to Grow’ on the second day of the Women’s Economic Empowerment Global Summit (WEEGS) yesterday. QiDZ was recognized as the top startup while GetBEE, Finyal Media received honorable mentions, based on […]

On the side-lines of the second edition of the Women’s Economic Empowerment Global Summit (WEEGS) in Sharjah, NAMA Women Advancement Establishment (NAMA), organised a special event to commemorate the conclusion of UN Women’s annual international campaign, ‘16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence’, which runs from 25 November – 10 December. The campaign calls for […]

The second Women’s Economic Empowerment Global Summit (WEEGS 2019) concluded on a positive note on December 11 (Wednesday) after two days of panel discussions and workshops, with participants pledging to continue the ongoing global dialogue on effective promotion of women’s economic inclusion across market sectors, boosting social justice and pushing for an environment that fully […]

On the second day of Women’s Economic Empowerment Global Summit (WEEGS 2019), held under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Dr Sultan bin Mohamed Al Qasimi, Member of the Supreme Council and Ruler of Sharjah, and Her Highness Sheikha Jawaher bint Mohammad Al Qasimi, wife of the Ruler of Sharjah and Chairperson of NAMA Women […]

A series of interactive sessions on the second day of the Women’s Economic Empowerment Global Summit (WEEGS 2019), featured young disruptors, female investors and leading entrepreneurs, to share diverse industry-wide perspectives on the current state of gender equity, and explore novel and effective ways to encourage greater participation and contributions of women to the local, […]

From altering mindsets, dismissing gender stereotypes and bias in the workplace to encouraging a cultural change, embedding flexible working conditions, promoting digital literacy and introducing reforms through appropriate legislations to close gender gaps – only a concerted effort by governments and civil society could play a foundational role in improving women’s economic inclusion. These were […]

The first edition of the home furnishing exhibition ‘Furniture 360’ has kicked off today Wednesday at the Expo Centre Sharjah, with the participation of a considerable number of leading international and local furniture and home furnishing retail brands and stores, with more than 20,000 products at competitive prices and exciting discounts up to 80%. The […]

Be the change you want to see in the world, was the message from Philip Harding, CEO and Co-founder IMPACTJUNKIE, an organisation that brings together entrepreneurs and investors to solve global problems through entrepreneurship, on the second day of the Women’s Economic Empowerment Global Summit (WEEGS 2019), being held in Sharjah. During a session titled […]

His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi, Member of the Supreme Council and Ruler of Sharjah, has asserted that he will personally support programmes and efforts to empower women around the world, particularly in Africa, Asia and Latin America. The Sharjah Ruler also called on entities across Sharjah to expand their initiatives to […]

With the aim of unlocking women’s potential and inspiring them to break through barriers, successful female entrepreneurs shared their success stories on the opening day (Tuesday) of the second edition of the Women’s Economic Empowerment Global Summit (WEEGS) being held at the Jawaher Reception and Convention Centre in Sharjah. In a session titled ‘Nothing for […]

The Women’s Economic Empowerment Global Summit (WEEGS) today heard how procurement can pave the way to economic advancement for both women and countries. During her keynote speech Anne Githuku-Shongwe, Representative for UN Women’s South Africa Multi-Country Office, highlighted how African governments had driven women’s economic empowerment as well as entrepreneurship through awarding lucrative contracts to […]

The word ‘impossible’ did not exist in UAE’s dictionary, which was the reason why women occupy 66 percent of the jobs in the public sector, said Her Excellency Hessa Bint Essa Buhumaid, Minister of Community Development, at the session titled ‘One World = One Community’ at the second edition of the Women’s Economic Empowerment Global […]

World renowned experts addressed how best to support and empower women to be successful in all areas of business and industry at the second edition of the Women’s Economic Empowerment Global Summit (WEEGS) today at the Jawaher Reception and Convention Centre. The day’s first panel session titled ‘Shaping Future Economies’ moderated by lawyer, Diana Hamade […]

During the opening ceremony of the second edition of the Women’s Economic Empowerment Global Summit (WEEGS) today (Tuesday), and in the presence of His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, NAMA Women Advancement Establishment (NAMA), has announced progress made by 17 public and private sector entities […]

The Sharjah Airport International Free Zone (SAIF Zone) announced it is participating in the 2nd Women’s Economic Empowerment Global Summit 2019 (WEEGS), which kicked off today at Al Jawaher Reception and Convention Centre. Themed ‘Drivers of Change’, the two-day event is being held under the patronage of H.H. Dr Sheikh Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme […]

The first edition of the home furnishing exhibition ‘Furniture 360’ will be launched tomorrow Wednesday at the Expo Centre Sharjah, with the participation of more than 50 pioneering international furniture and home furnishing brands. The exhibition, which is being held from 11 to 14 December, will offer a wide range of the latest and finest […]

Fifteen guides of the Sharjah Girl Guides (SGG), aged 12 to 18 years, successfully participated in the 30-km, recently in Dubai Prime Medical Junior Race 2019. It was the culmination of two months of preparation by the guides facilitated by Sharjah Girl Guides. The SGG’s enrolment of the girls’ team in the competition was based […]

In the presence of senior officials, diplomats and authors, the emirate of Sharjah received the official Guest of Honour title for the 34th edition of the Guadalajara International Book Fair (FIL 2020), to be held Nov 28 – Dec 6, 2020. Sharjah is the first city in the Arab region to receive this prestigious honour, […]

Jordanian singer-songwriter Omar Al Abdallat and Arab Idol Mohammad Assaf are set to enthral audiences with repertoire of popular Arabic songs as part of the new season of #letsmajaz at Al Majaz Amphitheatre on January 10, 2020. The iconic cultural landmark will regale music lovers across the UAE from December 2019 to April 2020, hosting […]

The Hamriyah Free Zone Authority (HFZA) is taking part in the 10th edition of SIAL Middle East 2019 in order to attract more investors from the UAE and beyond. HFZA will be showcasing a special pavilion that highlights its most competitive services and advantages, including its leading project “Sharjah Food Park”. The 10th SIAL Middle […]

National Day Celebration Committee-Sharjah concluded its 48th UAE National Day events on the 3rd of December, which exceeded 200 events held in 6 cities in the Emirate of Sharjah, with more than 170 visitors marking an increase in the number of attendees compared with last year’s National Day Celebrations which was 150 thousand visitors. The […]

The second edition of the Women’s Economic Empowerment Global Summit (WEEGS 2019) unveils tomorrow (Tuesday) at the Al Jawaher Reception and Convention Centre (JRCC) in Sharjah in the presence of His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi, Member of the Supreme Council, and Ruler of Sharjah. Themed ‘Drivers of Change’, the two-day event […]

The Sharjah Chamber of Commerce and Industry organized today (Sunday) a training workshop to introduce its members and employees to the latest rules and terms included in the updated version Incoterms 2020. The training, which was held in collaboration with the International Chamber of Commerce UAE (ICC UAE) and London Institute of Banking & Finance […]

Air Arabia, the Middle East and North Africa’s first and largest low-cost carrier (LCC), has won yet another recognition this year, winning the ‘Best Low-Cost Airline’ in Middle East/Africa at the AirlineRatings.com Airline Excellence Awards. Judged by seven editors with over 200 years of industry experience and evaluate against 12 criterial including fleet age, passenger […]

Inclusive and equitable economic growth can only be possible with women’s economic empowerment, Her Highness Sheikha Jawaher bint Mohammed Al Qasimi, wife of His Highness the Ruler of Sharjah and Chairperson of NAMA Women Advancement Establishment (NAMA), has stated ahead of the upcoming Women’s Economic Empowerment Global Summit (WEEGS 2019) in Sharjah. Ensuring women’s full […]

Sharjah Ladies Club (SLC) is ensuring a winter break full of fun-filled learning for children and adolescents aged 3 to 16, with its Winter Wonderland Camp. Designed to help them make the most of their holidays by engaging them in a range of edutainment programs, the camp open to all UAE residents, offers a stimulating […]

With the onset of the festival season, residents looking for best quality furniture and furnishing materials can bank on an upcoming consumer fair in Sharjah. Showcasing the widest range of products from fast-moving high-volume items to high-end designs, at bargain deals, the inaugural home furnishing exhibition Furniture 360 will bring together leading brands and stores […]

The #letsmajaz musical season took off on Friday night (December 6), with legendary Iraqi musician Ilham Al Madfai and the Iraqi-Swedish musical band, Tarabband kicking off the series of concerts with their much-awaited performance at the Al Majaz Amphitheatre. Making their first appearance in Sharjah, Tarabband, the six-member musical ensemble from Sweden led by Iraqi-Egyptian […]

The Expo Centre Sharjah highlighted its remarkable participation within the SCCI’s fifth trade mission, represented by the SEDC, to Kenya and Uganda. During the visit, the Centre delegation reviewed the essential role and strategic position of Expo Center regionally and globally, highlighting the most prominent economic and cultural events organized and hosted annually by the […]

Twenty-nine action and result-oriented workshops touching upon a diverse range of topics, and which seek to promote women’s economic participation and advancement across sectors, will be amongst the key highlights of the second edition of the Women’s Economic Empowerment Global Summit (WEEGS) to be held from December 10 – 11, at the Al Jawaher Reception […]

Sharjah Holding PJSC, a strategic partnership between Majid Al Futtaim Properties and Sharjah Asset Management, has launched the UAE’s first Value Protection Programme. Available for a limited time, the Programme guarantees that investments are protected against any future changes in price, enabling home-owners of all nationalities to invest with confidence in Al Zahia. The Value […]

The Department of Government Relations (DGR), Sharjah, has explored the development of bilateral relations with Japan, and discussed ways to exchange experiences and expertise in all fields, with a special focus on culture and education at a recent visit made by senior Japanese officials to the emirate. Sheikh Majed Al Qasimi, Director of DGR, received […]

The International Government Communication Centre (IGCC), an initiative of Sharjah Government Media Bureau (SGMB) has announced that it will continue to receive applications for the seventh edition of the Sharjah Government Communication Award (SGCA), until January 2, 2020. Eight new categories have been introduced to SGCA this year to encourage wider participation in addition to allowing […]

The Sharjah FDI Office (Invest in Sharjah), an affiliate of the Sharjah Investment and Development Authority (Shurooq) organised a Sharjah – Europe Business Roundtable, at the Sharjah Chamber of Commerce and Industry recently, to explore interests with 6 European business councils based in the UAE, and to introduce emerging prospects in a variety of sectors […]

The Expo Centre Sharjah announced its readiness to organize and host the first edition of the home furnishing exhibition “Furniture 360”, which will be held on December 11 – 14. Showcasing the widest range of products from fast-moving, high-volume items to high-end designs, at bargain deals, the inaugural home furnishing exhibition “Furniture 360” will bring […]

The Sharjah Chamber of Commerce & Industry (SCCI), represented by the Sharjah Exports Development Center (SEDC), has organised the UAE – Uganda Investment Forum in Kampala to discuss investment cooperation and explore opportunities of marketing local industries in Africa’s most promising markets. The Forum was held during the SEDC’s three-day visit to Uganda, which was concluded […]

Al Montazah Parks, Sharjah’s favourite theme park for family adventures, will honour the Spirit of the Union by showcasing the best of UAE’s culture and heritage during its 48th UAE National Day celebrations for three days, from December 1 – 3, with a series of traditional activities that embody the essence of the Emirati identity. […]

A four-member delegation from the Embassy of Spain in the UAE and The Islamic Library (AECID) in Madrid visited the Sharjah Public Library (SPL), a subsidiary of Sharjah Book Authority (SBA), on November 26, to discuss ways of working collaboratively in a bid to reach new audiences, and share and conserve resources. Luisa Mª Mora […]

Concluding day at the Sharjah Entrepreneurship Festival (SEF), saw Finyal Media, a production business which creates podcast content for young Arabs across MENA, win the 100K Competition, enabling them to invest in scalable product features and further improve their Minimum Viable Product (MVP). It is the first company in the Middle East to be creating […]

The Women’s Economic Empowerment Global Summit (WEEGS), held under the patronage of Her Highness Sheikha Jawaher bint Mohammed Al Qasimi, Chairperson of NAMA Women Advancement Establishment (NAMA), has opened registration for the second edition, slated to take place on December 10 – 11 at the Al Jawaher Reception and Convention Centre (JRCC) in Sharjah The […]

A new edition of the international Fringe festival – the world’s largest art and entertainment event – has been born in Middle East’s cultural heartland, Sharjah. Sharjah Investment and Development Authority (Shurooq) announced at a press conference Yesterday (Wednesday 27 November, 2019) that in a bid to offer the UAE’s multicultural community more choices to […]

The National Day Celebration Committee-Sharjah announces holding various National events in celebration of the 48th National Day anniversary, starting from Thursday 28th of November, until the 2nd of December. The first event of the celebrations will take part in “Sharjah’s National Park” on the 28th of November, including many different shows and open-air activities around […]

The Sharjah Airport International Free Zone celebrated today morning (Wednesday) the 48th UAE National Day with a grand gala, featuring a series of exciting activities, in the presence of HE Saud Salim Al Mazrouei, Director of SAIF Zone, heads of departments and staff members. Held at SAIF Zone’s head office, the ceremony involved traditional songs, dance performance […]

Leading global and regional voices championing the cause of gender equity and women’s economic empowerment will convene at the second edition of the Women’s Economic Empowerment Global Summit (WEEGS) to be held from December 10 – 11, at the Al Jawaher Reception and Convention Centre (JRCC) in Sharjah. WEEGS 2019 is being held under the […]

The Expo Centre Sharjah invited Kenya’s public exhibition sector and representatives of the Kenyan private sector to take part in the 16th edition of the steel and metal industry exhibition “SteelFab”, which will be held earlier in 2020. This came during the Centre’s participation in the SCCI’s fifth trade mission to Kenya and Uganda which […]

Al Qasba, Sharjah’s leisure, tourism and family destination, is getting ready to celebrate the 48th UAE National Day on 1 – 2 December with a packed art and cultural programme that will celebrate the country’s symbolic ‘Spirit of the Union’. The rich history of the United Arab Emirates will be at the heart of the colourful […]

The Sharjah Chamber of Commerce & Industry, SCCI, represented by the Sharjah Exports Development Center, SEDC, is taking part in the ‘Big 5 Show’, the largest trade fair in the Middle East for building materials, construction products, and solutions, which will be held at Dubai world trade center from November 25 – 28. the SCCI’s […]

Under the patronage and presence of Sheikha Bodour bint Sultan al Qasimi, the 2019 Sharjah Entrepreneurship Festival (SEF), organized by the Sharjah Entrepreneurship Centre (Sheraa), kicked off at the Expo Center, Sharjah, today. Set to run for two days, the third edition drew a crowd of 4000 attendees, brought together over 100 inspirational speakers and […]

Youth are the cornerstone of any nation’s development plan and their active contribution is not only necessary but also integral to the development process. Sharjah has adopted clear policies and strategic plans to empower its youth and develop their capabilities. Sharjah Youth (SY), an affiliate of Rubu‘ Qarn Foundation for Creating Leaders and Innovators, is one of the […]

The first edition of the Adventure & Camping Exhibition 2019 will kick off tomorrow Tuesday at the recently opened Expo Al Dhaid from 26th to 30th November 2019. The country’s first outdoor adventure and camping show is organized by the Expo Centre Sharjah, amidst the broad participation of local and international companies of camping and […]

The 3rd International Concrete Conference and Exhibition (ICCX Middle East 2019), which is being organized by Germany’s ad-media GmbH, has launched today (Sunday) at Expo Centre Sharjah, amidst the participation of more than 75 exhibitors and 500 international construction experts from all around the world. The exhibition provides a unique platform to showcase the latest […]

The global icon of inspiration, acclaimed American author and motivational speaker, Chris Gardener took centre stage at the #BookTalks event, part of the yearlong Sharjah World Book Capital 2019 celebrations organised yesterday (Friday) at Al Rawi Café, to launch the Arabic edition of his best-selling novel, The Pursuit of Happyness, published by Rewayat – an […]

Gamers as well as eSports and pop culture enthusiasts have the opportunity to join amazing anime artists and cosplayers who will make their way to the stunning Al Majaz Waterfront in Sharjah next weekend. At the three-day geek fest titled ‘Superheroes The Collective’ to be held from November 28 – 30, Al Majaz Waterfront will […]

Hundreds of Luminaria lights – each one representing hope and a powerful reminder of friends and families affected by cancer, lined the athletic tracks at the American University of Sharjah (AUS) as the second edition of Relay For Life, organised by UAE-based Friends Of Cancer Patients (FOCP), got underway yesterday (Friday). Moving tributes were written […]

Thousands of children and youth gathered on the picturesque Al Majaz Amphitheatre Island over the weekend which raised 48 banners inscribed with the rights of children and youth, symbolising and reiterating Sharjah’s firm support to the fulfillment of their rights worldwide. This and other activities marked the two-day Sharjah Carnival for Children and Youth, whose […]

The 3rd edition of International Concrete Conference & Exhibition (ICCX Middle East 2019) will kick off tomorrow Sunday at the Expo Centre Sharjah, with the participation of more than 75 exhibitors from around the world. The largest exhibition of its kind across the region is being organized by Germany’s ad-media GmbH in co-operation with the […]

To mark the celebrations of the 30th anniversary of the United Nations’ Convention on the Rights of the Child,  the Sharjah Baby Friendly Office (SBFO) has launched an awareness campaign titled ‘Go Blue Sharjah’ as part of UNICEF’s ‘Go Blue’ campaign where buildings and landmarks around the world are lit up in blue in support of child’s rights. […]

Sharjah Islamic Bank (SIB) has received the Wells Fargo Operational Excellence Award 2018-2019. The award is granted for banks that achieve over 95 per cent straight through processing (STP) rate of their payments through Wells Fargo money transfer systems. Winners of the Operational Excellence Awards were judged based on several criteria’s. SIB as an entity […]

The Sharjah Baby Friendly Office (SBFO) broke a Guinness World Records (GWR) title for ‘Most people in a photo cutout board picture’, with 72 people in one frame. It broke the previous GWR title of 60 people, held by UAE company ‘Plan B’ in association with Middle East Events & Exhibition. The successful attempt formed […]

On the occasion of Women’s Entrepreneurship Day, observed on November 19 annually, the Sharjah Business Women Council (SBWC), an affiliate of NAMA Women Advancement Establishment (NAMA), launched an awareness campaign to introduce businesswomen and entrepreneurs who want to advance their projects, to the related services and offerings of the SBWC. The campaign, titled ‘SBWC Tours’, […]

Ever read a book you cannot stop thinking or talking about? Or one that shaped your thinking, changed your life, or just made you fall in love with the written word? Well now, the Literature Pavilion at Sharjah’s architectural and natural wonder – Al Noor Island (ANI) brings you the opportunity to share all these […]

The 10th edition of the Sharjah Stamp Exhibition in Mega Mall is attracting a heavy turnout from philatelists, currency collectors, and amateurs at all ages from inside and outside the UAE. Running from 19 – 23 November, the five-day event aims to highlight the role of lovers and enthusiasts for stamp and currency collection in […]

The Sharjah Chamber of Commerce & Industry, SCCI, received a high-level delegation from its Addis Ababa counterpart, headed by HE Missinbeat Chincot Aviv, President of the Chamber, accompanied by a number of the Board of Directors of Addis Ababa Chamber and businessmen from major commercial and industrial companies in various sectors. The visit aims at […]

The role of management in promoting a culture of good business conduct was the key topic of discussion during a Panel Session hosted by the Pearl Initiative, the business-led non-profit organisation promoting a culture of corporate transparency and accountability in the Gulf region, in Jeddah recently. The event, which welcomed 35 participants from various leading […]

The Sharjah Baby Friendly Office (SBFO) has announced that the second edition of the Sharjah Carnival for Children and Youth will now be held on November 21 – 22. It was earlier scheduled to be held on November 20 – 21, to celebrate World Children’s Day. Two full days of fun and games have been […]

In any lead generation or social media marketing campaign, you need to put your best face forward. Are you ready to ‘wow’ potential clients, partners or employers with a headshot that makes you look unique in your industry? The first and most important thing you need to remember is that first impressions are everything, especially […]

The Expo Centre Sharjah said that it is ready and well-prepared for hosting the 3rd International Concrete Conference & Exhibition (ICCX Middle East 2019), which organized by Germany’s ad-media GmbH in co-operation with the German Emirati Joint Council for Industry and Commerce (AHK) from 24 – 26 November. This came during a press conference held […]

Plant seeds of hope as a living monument to your loved one with Relay For Life’s newly introduced activity, ‘Give a Ghaf’. The 24-hour cancer walkathon organised by UAE-based Friends of Cancer Patients (FOCP), will be held on November 22 – 23 at the American University of Sharjah, where participants and supporters can opt to […]

The Sharjah Airport International Free Zone (SAIF Zone) has invited businessmen taking part in The BURJ CEO Awards & Business Summit 2019 to invest in the free zone and take advantage of its customer base, which is among the largest in the world from one central hub, with an access to more than 2 billion people. While participating […]

Air Arabia, the Middle East and North Africa’s first and largest low cost carrier, has signed a firm order for 120 Airbus aircraft comprising 73 A320neos, 27 A321neos and 20 A321XLRs. The agreement was signed at the 2019 Dubai Airshow in the presence of Air Arabia’s Chairman Sheikh Abdullah Bin Mohammed Al Thani, Adel Ali, […]

Families in the UAE are always on the lookout for destinations that can cater to children of all age groups so that the entire family can spend some quality time together, which helps in reinforcing family values and serves to strengthen the community’s social fabric. Sharjah’s Al Majaz Waterfront fulfils that need. It is one […]

In celebration of naming Sharjah, the “World Book Capital 2019 ”, and on the occasion of the 38th edition of the Sharjah International Book Fair recent held at the Expo Center, the Labor Standards Development Authority in Sharjah (LSDA), succeeded in implemented an ambitious plan for integrating hundreds of workers in the rich cultural scene […]

In line with its vision to implement the latest technology and practices of world-class libraries, and in conjunction with the Sharjah World Book Capital 2019 celebrations, Sharjah Public Library (SPL) has launched the ProQuest One Academic Package to enable users access to the world’s largest academic collection of journals, eBooks, dissertations, news, video and primary […]

The Friends of Diabetes Association, one of the health-promoting organizations under the Health Education Department of the Supreme Council for Family Affairs in Sharjah, organized today Saturday the ‘Blue Running’ event in conjunction with the World Diabetes Day which is observed on November 14 every year and as part of the ‘Blue Circle’ initiative in […]

The Sharjah Chamber of Commerce & Industry, SCCI, has concluded its participation in the 18th Conference of Arab Businessmen & Investors which was held under the slogan «Investing in the Fourth Industrial Revolution: Entrepreneurship and Innovation in the Digital Economy» in, Manama, Bahrain from 11 – 13 November. The SCCI’s participation came within the delegation […]

Against the backdrop of an International Finance Corporation (IFC) report, which states that women-owned SMEs represent only 34 percent of the sector globally, of which 70 percent are undeserved by financial institutions creating a credit gap of USD 287 billion, NAMA Women Advancement Establishment (NAMA) is creating a new opportunity for women-owned early stage start-ups […]

“Tolerance is one of the fundamental values, on which the country was built until it has become an authentic and robust approach in Emirati society. Such an approach which was laid by the founding father Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan (may Allah rest his soul in peace), and then the wise leadership went on […]

The unparalleled beauty of Al Noor Island, seen in a unique mix of natural elements and awe-inspiring architecture, offers a one-of-a-kind backdrop for the most glamorous and memorable weddings. The popular eco-leisure destination is enchanting in its wedding persona and offers a golden opportunity to those who want to make their dream of an ‘island […]

Experts and business leaders who took part in a Youth Circle discussion titled ‘The Future of Youth in the Era of Digital Enterprise’ on the side-lines of the fifth edition of Sharjah FDI Forum which kicked off yesterday (Monday), have called for youth to challenge the status quo in order to create change. The Shurooq […]

A panel discussion led by experts on education highlighted important issues regarding the future of education at the Sharjah FDI Forum today. Moderated by Billy Fitzherbert, Regional ME Editor, Oxford Business Group, the session titled ‘The Future of Education (Re-skilling Perspective for Digital Growth)’ had all speakers in agreement that education needed a major overhaul […]

Under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi, Member of the Supreme Council Ruler of Sharjah, the concluding day of the Sharjah FDI Forum 2019 headlined an expert panel of renowned banking experts and technology specialists to explore the hurdles to corporate sustainable growth and the implications of the developments […]

Over two days of discussions held at the fifth edition of the Sharjah FDI Forum 2019, the emirate’s growing investment potential in real estate, efforts being made to boost the MSME sector, the increasing contributions of female entrepreneurs and the UAE’s economic resilience despite the global slowdown have been put in perspective for over 1,500 […]

After the first day of discussions at the Sharjah FDI Forum 2019 offered the UAE outlook on future strategies for boosting the nation’s foreign investment environment, the second day zoomed in on Sharjah’s capabilities to attract FDI in sectors like industry, media, publishing, among others. The first panel discussion titled ‘Sharjah Government – Investing in […]

The Sharjah Chamber of Commerce & Industry, SCCI, today (Tuesday) organized, in collaboration with the Emirates Association for Franchise Development (FAD) and Tijarah 101 Center, a workshop entitled: “Franchise Industry from Locality to Universality” The event comes as part of the SCCI’s efforts to bolster the business sector, help the Emirate’s private sector and entrepreneurs […]

Sharjah Publishing City Free Zone (SPCFZ), the world’s first  publishing and printing free zone, and the Sharjah FDI Office (Invest in Sharjah), an affiliate of the Sharjah Investment and Development Authority (Shurooq), have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to encourage investments, collaborate on industry information and help expand business networks mutually. In the presence […]

AI, 5G and Industry 4.0 are the industries of the future in a two trillion-dollar market, said Alaa ElShimy, MD & VP Enterprise Business, Huawei Technologies at the ongoing Sharjah FDI Forum 2019, yesterday (Monday). He added that everything will come down to only computing and connecting. In his presentation titled Innovation in Future Technologies […]

Sharjah Entrepreneurship Festival (SEF), organized by the Sharjah Entrepreneurship Centre (Sheraa), is offering a unique opportunity for aspiring entrepreneurs to compete in its ‘100k Competition’, as part of its Start-Up Town initiative. An impressive speaker line-up including Adwa Al Dakheel, founder and CEO of Falak Business Hub and Ns3a Recruitment, Taavi Roivas, Former Prime Minister […]

Artificial Intelligence (AI), sustainability and Fintech were three of the key sectors under the spotlight at the Sharjah FDI Forum 2019, which opened today (Monday) at the Al Jawaher Reception and Convention Centre in Sharjah. Held under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of […]

The fifth edition of the region’s leading FDI event, the Sharjah FDI Forum, titled ‘Future Trends in Foreign Direct Investment’, got underway at Sharjah’s Al Jawaher Reception and Convention Centre (JRCC), inaugurated by HH Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah. The Forum is organised by the Sharjah […]

Sheraa’s new initiative aimed at building new digital content and publishing industry ventures, Startup Sharjah, took place from October 31st to November 2nd, 2019 at the Sheraa Hub. In keeping with Sharjah’s goal to further grow the publishing and digital content sector, Sheraa introduced Startup Sharjah, a 3-day intensive bootcamp to build your startup, from […]

The new season of #letsmajaz at the Al Majaz Amphitheatre will open on December 6 with Iraqi and Middle Eastern musical legend, lham al-Madfai. The world-class destination with a strong reputation for attracting the region’s biggest artists for concerts and celebrations to Sharjah, has roped in the iconic Iraqi guitarist, singer and composer, who will […]

Air Arabia (PJSC), the Middle East and North Africa’s first and largest low-cost carrier, today announced strong financial results for the third quarter of this year ending September 30, 2019 as the carrier deliver solid operational and financial performance. Air Arabia registered a record net profit of AED 471 million for the three months ending […]

Sheikha Bodour bint Sultan Al Qasimi, Vice President of International Publishers Association (IPA), and founder of PublisHer, has said that women stand on the brink of welcoming a new era for the publishing industry worldwide. She called on female publishers and authors at the PublisHer summit to come together in support of women working in the […]

Savills, the Middle East’s leading real estate services provider, has announced the expansion of its Sharjah Office following the increase in demand for their management, leasing and advisory services. The growth of the Northern Emirates business follows a recent Savills report on the Sharjah residential market that shows positive trends and increasing demand for real […]

To mark the inaugural international Sharjah Architecture Triennial, Bee’ah, the Middle East’s leading sustainability pioneer, is presenting the exhibition Shaping the Future, in collaboration with Zaha Hadid Architects and American University of Sharjah (AUS). Supporting the sustainable growth of the emirate’s urban and design fabric, together with its global outlook, the company is also a […]

It is a question that has been dogging the celebrated Indian poet and author Vikram Seth for 25 years now. “Any function I go to, whoever I meet, they all have the same question,” says Seth resignedly. “So, by now, I have learnt to reply with good grace!” That question pertains to his most successful […]

The Kids Activity workshops at the 38th edition of the Sharjah International Book Fair have been drawing packed crowds. The ‘Painting on Glass’ workshop was no exception. A pair of scissors, a roll of transparent masking tape, a flat piece of wood and some water was all it required. The children were given a paper […]

The Sharjah Chamber of Commerce & Industry, SCCI, represented by the Sharjah Exports Development Center, SEDC, is gearing up for the participation in the ‘Big 5 Show’ the largest trade fair in the Middle East for building materials, construction products, and solutions, which will be held at Dubai International Convention and Exhibition Center (DICEC) from […]

Hakawati, the ancient Arab art of storytelling is experiencing a healthy revival at the 38th Sharjah International Book Fair at the Storyteller’s Art Workshop. Emirati storyteller Hajer Ibrahim delighted young visitors with her larger than life repertoire at the Social Media Station. “Despite the overwhelming consumption of technology, there is still a ‘strong appetite’ for […]

Sharjah International Book Fair (SIBF) 2019 set a Guinness World Record last night, successfully hosting the world’s largest simultaneous book signing ceremony with 1,502 authors from the UAE and beyond signing their own books. Guinness World Records Official present at the event verified and confirmed the number and endorsed the record, which beat the previous […]

Acclaimed novelists and storytellers from the Arab world discussed the art of turning the written word into film at a forum during the Sharjah International Book Fair 2019 last night called “Screenwriting”. During the session, Jar Al Nabi, novelist and storyteller who has brought 12 serials and three books to TV and film, and Mohamed […]

The youngest Indian to have addressed the United Nations assembly in Vienna, Raj Shamani, inspired a packed forum last night at the Sharjah International Book Fair (SIBF) 2019, and told the gathering of fans and students that it’s OK to make mistakes. Speaking at his session titled simply, “Hi, I’m Raj Shamani” the young man […]