Real estate transactions valued AED 5.2 billion in the Emirate of Sharjah in the first quarter of this year, as per the latest report revealed by the Sharjah Real Estate Registration Directorate (SRERD). The latest figures show that the Emirate recorded 13,195 transactions, including 1,131 sales at 122 areas that covered 10 million square feet. […]

Fitness and enjoyment are the key elements at ‘Ramadan Sports Hour’, which is in its third consecutive year. The community programme is showing the Sharjah residents and visitors that workouts can be fun. In just a week, The Flag Island, a picturesque outdoor destination, is attracting people across age groups to this month-long fitness event, […]

As part of its participation in Turin International Book Fair (TIBF), which hosts Sharjah, the World Book Capital 2019 as the guest of honour, the UAE Board on Books for Young People (UAEBBY) organised a visit to ‘De Amicis’ primary school, Turin, in cooperation with Italy’s national section of the International Board on Books for […]

Al Noor Island, one of Sharjah’s popular tourist destinations that combines nature, art and entertainment, is offering its visitors a peaceful and tranquil place to get together with family and friends to experience and share the spirit of Ramadan with a unique Iftar dining session at Al Noor Café or outdoors, by the bay of […]

Sheikh Sultan bin Ahmed Al Qasimi, Chairman of Sharjah Media Council (SMC), has launched the fifth edition of Kan Yama Kan (KYK) Book Donation Campaign. An affiliate of the UAE Board on Books for Young People (UAEBBY), the book donation drive – designed to bring community together to practice the act of charitable giving in […]

The Board of Directors of Sharjah Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SCCI), chaired by H.E. Abdallah Sultan Al Owais, has issued a resolution appointing H.E. Mohamed Ahmed Amin as Director-General of the Sharjah Chamber of Commerce and Industry. The decision comes in line with SCCI’s keenness on bolstering national competencies which proved their aptitude in […]

Four renowned Arab scholars and preachers will participate in the 12th edition of the religious awareness initiative ‘Eiman Oasis’. The programme is organised by Al Qasba and will run from 16 – 22 May at Al Qasba mosque in Sharjah. This year’s lectures will tackle religious topics aimed at instilling good values and highlight the […]

Air Arabia has announced the launch of a direct flight from Sharjah to Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan’s capital city, starting 4th July, 2019. Adel Al Ali, Group Chief Executive Officer, Air Arabia, said, “Ensuring affordable travel to meet the aspirations of travelers has been key to our network growth strategy over the years. The direct flight to […]

Al Majaz Waterfront, a family tourist and leisure destination in Sharjah is inviting people to enjoy its ongoing ‘Ramadan-fun’ campaign. Embracing the spirit of Ramadan, Al Majaz Waterfront is offering authentic festive banquets at its different restaurants, while celebratory decorations adorn the outdoor venue with ornate lighting, all of which help to foster community engagement […]

Sharjah has gone beyond the canons to highlight the presence of women writers in Arab, Italian and International literature in a riveting discussion the emirate hosted as part of the ‘Sharjah Guest of Honour’ programme at the Turin International Book Fair (TIBF 2019). Before a packed audience, Emirati poet, Sheikha Al Mutairi, and Italian author, […]