The Emirate of Sharjah will host the first edition of the Global Forum on Non-Communicable Diseases (NCDs) for Children, which is organised by the Friends of Cancer Patients (FOCP), in collaboration with the Global NCD Alliance, on March 25-26, at Al Jawaher Reception and Convention Centre (JRCC). The forum will be held under the patronage […]

Auditions for the UAE Entertainment Experience, a first of its kind film production initiative was recently launched by the Sharjah Media City (Shams). The announcement was made at the Sharjah Chamber of Commerce and Industry. The auditions witnessed performances from children between 7-12 years of age as well as by individuals in the age group […]

The Flag Island, the picturesque outdoor destination in Sharjah, is flinging open its gates to a ‘Family Fun Day’ on Saturday 23 March, 2019, that will be held from 4:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. promising to entertain all. Mothers and kids, not excluding the fathers, are being invited to a lineup of events for the […]

Sharjah Chamber of Commerce & Industry (SCCI) has revealed positive indicators on the economic growth in the Emirate of Sharjah despite the global and regional business environment challenges. The chamber said: “The beginning of the year 2019 witnessed a remarkable growth in terms of the number of the new memberships, certificates of origin and transactions. […]

Over 3500 visitors were entertained by 15 international storytellers from 10 countries, which also included school students and children. They were kept engrossed with 25 live storytelling performances at the Sharjah International Storytelling Festival on Al Noor Island, that concluded yesterday (Saturday). The third edition was hosted between February 21 to March 16, at the […]

Her Highness Sheikha Jawaher bint Mohammed Al Qasimi, wife of His Highness the Ruler of Sharjah, Chairperson of Rubu’ Qarn Foundation for Creating Leaders and Innovators, will be convening young representatives of Sharjah’s children and youth organisations and select UAE officials for a special session at the International Government Communication Forum 2019, to explore ways […]

The Emirates Publishers Association (EPA) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Sharjah Publishing City Free Zone (SPCFZ) to introduce new benefits and privileges designed to boost UAE’s publishing landscape by strengthening support to Emirati publishers. In the presence of Sheikha Bodour bint Sultan Al Qasimi, Vice President of the International Publishers Association (IPA) […]

Gulftainer, the largest privately owned independent port operator, welcomed the M.V. Port Klang from Sunmarine Shipping Services on a maiden call at its gateway flagship Sharjah Container Terminal (SCT). The vessel is one of the shipping group’s fastest services between the Indian subcontinent and the UAE. The M.V. Port Klang offers the fastest direct express […]

The International Government Communication Centre (IGCC), a subsidiary of Sharjah Government Media Bureau (SGMB), has revealed the shortlist for the sixth edition of Sharjah Government Communication Award (SGCA 2019), which comprises of 34 nominees in 13 categories. The winners will be announced in conjunction with the International Government Communication Forum (IGCF), which will kick off […]

Sharjah Airport Authority (SAA) celebrated Emirati Children’s Day, which is held on March 15th. As part of the ‘Make an Emirati Child’s Wish Come True’ initiative, a group of children had the opportunity to perform job tasks at the airport, review work procedures and interact with customers and passengers, which aims to make their wishes […]