Following last month’s launch of Taa Marbouta — a unique women-to-women mentorship programme — PRCA MENA and Global Women in PR MENA have called upon men in the PR and communications industry to adopt the Taa Marbouta mandate. The four-point mandate outlines a commitment from men to play their part in realising the aims of […]

These are the elements of a well-written press release. Professionals and business owners should be able to write to build one. Surprisingly, a large number of them do not. By their very nature, they’re formulaic, just like poems, tweets, columns, and other forms of written correspondence. All have limitations. To make an omelet, chefs use […]

Consumers today want something more than a good or service; they want to communicate with an organization’s corporate voice, message, and aesthetic. Creating campaigns, on the other hand, is a journey rather than a single mission. Company owners must recognize the best ways and strategies to promote their brand name, as well as how to […]

For the second half of Ramadan, and as Eid Al Fitr approaches, OSN has unveiled an exciting line-up for the month of May with the return of a few favourite shows and the debut of new movies and series on its channels including OSN Movies First, OSN Series First, OSN Movies Disney and more. Content […]

When it comes to using hashtags to promote your brand through social media, they’re essential. The hashtag, formerly known as the pound sign, is a thing to achieve your posts more searchable, at least when used correctly. Hashtags were already popular on Twitter, but they’ve since spread to Facebook, Instagram, Linked In, Google+, and Pinterest, […]

Born in Samarkand, Uzbekistan,  Natalya studied mathematics and physics (Bachelors degree) in Navoi Institute then received her Master’s in the same institute. When it came to deciding on her work life she realized she was not cut out for the traditional corporate world. Art was her passion. And so she changed course and studied art at […]

Eagle Hills UAE is marking the Holy month of Ramadan with exclusive offers across a number of their developments in Sharjah and Fujairah. Throughout Ramadan, Eagle Hills is offering a special promotion on Maryam Island, the first of its kind, luxury waterfront development in the heart of Sharjah. Those looking for their dream home can […]

A total of 62 countries will be represented on the exhibition floor this year at the Arabian Travel Market (ATM)2021, which takes place in-person at the Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC) on Sunday 16 to Wednesday 19 May. Now in its 28th Year, the region’s largest travel and tourism showcase has attracted key exhibitors from […]

EWINGS, Managing Operator of Mahzooz, saw 1,982 participants win cash prizes in the 22ed weekly live‘Mahzooz’ draw. The draw took place last night at Mahzooz’s UAE Studio. Three lucky second prize winners led the way, matching five out of six numbers and taking home AED 333,333 each. Additionally, 88 winners each won AED 1,000, while […]

Today morning, I had the chance to catch up with Monica on Zoom. She likes to call herself a ‘Dubai kid” having grown up and done her schooling in this city, we all love to call home. After completing her high school in Dubai, Monica went to the US for higher studies and graduated from Stern School […]

The COVID-19 crisis has been a pivotal point of our time, the Black Swan occurrence that occurs once in a generation and transforms the entire trajectory for humankind. The universe is now forever split into pre and post COVID-19 narratives. It is likely to alter the lives of millions of people, perform our activities, and […]

Several international trade shows and conferences set to be held in Dubai in summer Latest meetings of Dubai Tourism’s Business Events and Exhibitions Committees held virtually Meetings review pace of recovery in business events sector since restarting in September 2020  Government of Dubai Media Office:  Dubai’s Department of Tourism and Commerce Marketing (Dubai Tourism) hosted the […]

Air Seychelles has today announced that the airline will operate an additional flight between Dubai and Seychelles over the upcoming Eid holidays,to provide travellers planning a last-minute escapeto a nearby destination the opportunity to visit the Seychelles. Offering the best deals on Economy and Business class tickets with fares starting as low as $343(AED1,259), the […]

Film buffs and celebrity lovers across the region are in for a special treat on Sunday April 25, 2021, as OSN airs exclusive, live coverage of the Oscars 2021 red carpet and ceremony in crisp HD on OSN Movies and OSN On Demand. In addition, OSN, which has been the exclusive home of the Oscars […]

Tradeling, the hyper-growing eMarketplace focused on business-to-business (B2B) transactions in the MENA region, has signed a partnership agreement with Chinese e-commerce giant JD.com. The collaboration will provide MENA business buyers access to tap into China’s fast-growing e-commerce market, in a further boost to advance the region’s B2B ecosystem. Through the partnership, Tradeling will list brands […]

The bounce rate is the number of visitors who come to your website and leave before visiting any other pages. A higher bounce rate means that you were unsuccessful in persuading the consumer to stay and respond to your call to action. A visitor can exit your site by pressing on a connection to another […]

Prominent tourism figures will be participating in-person at the opening session of the Arabian Travel Market (ATM)Global Stage 2021 – ‘Tourism for a brighter future’ which is being held on Sunday 16 May 2021, at the Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC). The line-up includes foremost speakers, such as His Excellency HelalSaeed Al Marri, Director General […]

The best part of my job is that I get to meet a lot of interesting people from across the world and hear their inspiring stories. Yesterday, I caught up with the affable, enthusiastic, and full of beans, Maryia Oayda on a Zoom call. Maryia has a Cinderella-like story. Born and studied in Belarus, she […]

BFL (Brands For Less) Group has announced the launch of the ‘Be the Helping Hand’campaign during the holy month of Ramadan, aimed at supporting Dar Al Ber Society in its noble mission, and in line with the group’s corporate social responsibility and humanitarian commitment. As part of the campaign, the group will provide and facilitate […]

This year, BeingShe, the female-driven organization and platform for women empowerment, will be hosting its first annual Excellence Awards to support and honor women and their roles in society. Set to take place June 19, 2021, the BeingShe Excellence Awards is a first-of-its-kind event for the organization, which will celebrate womanhood and salute all their […]

MIG Holding Ltd (MIG Group),a leading regional insurance investment group, and Gallagher, one of the world’s largest insurance broking and risk management firms, have agreed a strategic partnership which will see them jointly develop their presence in the MENA region. The agreement will see MIG Group and Gallagher become strategic partners in the three ACE […]

Schneider Electric has invested in a new regional training center that will provide both customers and partners across the Middle East and Africa with hands-on skills development and planning for their digitization and technology needs. The site, which is based in Dubai Technology Entrepreneur Campus (Dtec), the largest hub of its kind in the Middle […]

To celebrate the Holy Month of Ramadan, Al-Futtaim’s Trading Enterprises has announced exclusive offers on Volvo’s SUV range, urging UAE motorists to drive into a safer and sustainable future this Ramadan with Volvo of their choice. Themed under “A Great Deal of Good”, the exclusive distributor of Volvo in the UAE is giving customers the […]

The latest collaboration will result in the launch of MastercardTrack™ Business Payment Service in the UAE.  With partnerships across all regions around the world, Mastercard Track Business Payment Service helps companies simplify and optimize how they pay and get paid through a global open-loop network. Businesses have greater control of their payments with rich data exchanges […]

Middle East Energy Dubai, the leading global energy industry event formerly known as Middle East Electricity, has revealed the 2020 edition of the show generated more than AED18 billion worth of business during the three-day showcase, as registration for the 2021 event goes live today. Held under the patronage of HH Sheikh Maktoum bin Mohammed bin […]

Putting on a successful webinar is no easy task. Every year, our digital event coordinator assists in the delivery of thousands of information sessions, and we can reassure you just because someone is an exemplary leader does not mean they are a great presenter. A whopping 48% of attendees said that bad presenters made webinars […]

With a starting price of AED 2,231 per month , Cadillac’s Ramadan offers ensure customers have access to the very best in luxury, performance and technology all in one To celebrate the spirit of Ramadan, Cadillac Middle East and Al Ghandi Auto have come together to offer its beloved customers inUnited Arab Emiratesexclusive offers on […]

talabat, the region’s leading food delivery and q-commerce app, launches several charitable initiatives this Ramadan to provide customers with various donation options as part of its commitment to support the communities it serves in the UAE. Having facilitated the donation of over AED 577,000, including 140,000 charitable food and medicine deliveries made through the app […]

APIs, or programming interfaces, are at the core of the most popular digital businesses, controlling everything including Amazon’s cloud services to Google advertising to Facebook likes. APIs allow mobile experiences, web-to-web connectivity, and application marketing strategies. The concept of “API economy,” in which APIs generate new value for businesses, has been around for more than […]

A new survey from Checkout.com—a leading global payment solution provider—suggests there will be an even greater surge in online shopping during the upcoming Ramadan period. Going into the Holy month, consumers in the UAE and Saudi Arabia have noted a strong inclination towards online shopping. 95 per cent of those surveyed in these two countries […]

The algorithms of search results are continually evolving and improving. That is to say, what operated generations earlier is no longer applicable today. Google is constantly providing website visitors with tips on how to customize their sites for SEO. If you take the recommendations, you’ll see an immediate improvement in your search engine rankings (SERPs). […]

Whether you are a plant-based eater, a vegetarian, a flexitarian, or are trying to reduce your weekly meat consumption, Future Farm is for you.  Future Farm is a Brazilian FoodTech company that believes that innovation, taste, and sustainable development can coexist to make new opportunities for conscious consumption accessible and delicious in today’s day and […]

This year, BeingShe, the female-driven organization and platform for women empowerment, will be hosting its first annual Excellence Awards to support and honor women and their roles in society. Set to take place June 19, 2021, the BeingShe Excellence Awards is a first-of-its-kind event for the organization, which will celebrate womanhood and salute all their […]

AliExpress, a global retail marketplace that enables consumers from across the Middle East to buy directly from producers and distributors, has announced its ‘Ramadan Sale’ offering up to 70 per cent discount on millions of products for customers in the Middle East. The sale from April 12 to May 13, 2021 will offer discount on […]

Sanad Capital, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Mubadala Investment Company and the global aerospace engineering and leasing solutions leader, has closed a US$ 55 million debt financing deal with the Commercial Bank of Dubai, one of the UAE’s leading financial institutions. The first-ever collaboration between Sanad Capital and the Commercial Bank of Dubai will fund the […]

GMC Middle East alongside its local partners in the UAE, Al Ghandi Auto and Bin Hamoodah Auto, announced today exclusive offers on the brand’s premium line-up. During the holy month of Ramadan, customers can save up to AED 20,000* on select vehicles. Customers can choose to make their purchase at either one of GMC’s local […]

EWINGS, on behalf of the weekly live‘Mahzooz’draw, has signed a contribution agreement with Rashid Centre for People of Determination to build a sensory garden for students of the centre to promote their physical fitness, mood, cognition, and overall long-term health. “Sponsoring this garden and supporting the Rashid Centre is aligned with our Corporate Social Responsibilitystrategywhich […]

A “marketplace” was an open field within the same region where a market was conducted to facilitate the trade of products in international commerce in the late 14th century. Several vendors offered anything from poultry to oil to meats to fabric. Any town’s marketplace was its core strength. Marketplaces provide companies with a digital opportunity […]

Digital transformation is the method of just using digital technology to change current conventional and non-digital enterprise operations and practices, or to build new ones, to meet changing consumer and customer demands, drastically changing how companies are handled and run, as well as how value is provided to consumers. For enterprises, this means looking for […]

To help people observe Ramadan safely this year, Careem is launching new services and features. April sees the start of the Holy Month of Ramadan, a time long-anticipated and cherished by many. Last year was a year of uncertainty, leaving people deprived of family bonding and closeness throughout Ramdan, and while some thought this year […]

It’s easy for a newcomer to become perplexed and overwhelmed by all of the existing evidence. Worse, Google isn’t forthcoming with information about its search engine algorithms as well as how they operate. But it’s not as easy as that. Google’s algorithm for ranking websites and pages in search results is constantly evolving. The significance […]

STARZPLAY, MENA region’s leading subscription video on demand (SVOD) service, has partnered with leading distributors to bring the best Turkish content for viewers across the Middle East and North Africa region. The platform has joined forces with MISTCO, an international brand management and content distribution agency and Calinos, the Istanbul headquartered Turkish company that distributes […]

For those residing in the Emirates for more than 4 years; you may already be familiar with the esteemed makeup artist to the stars, health coach and energy healer, Kate Goodwin. Founder of the prestigious Illumin8 Makeup Studio, Kate’s reputation truly precedes her and after a brief hiatus from the UAE after a life altering […]

As part of L’Oréal’s ongoing efforts and commitment to support women’s rights, L’Oréal Fund For Women has pledged AED1.24 million to Shamsaha, a non-profit corporation based in Bahrain, to support its mission in protecting, advocating and empowering women in the GCC. The COVID-19 pandemic exacerbated existing inequalities, affecting women socially and economically at a disproportionate […]

As we gear up for Ramadan, OSNoffersa jam-packed first and exclusive series and movie lineup on their channels including OSN Yahala Cinema, OSN Yahala Al Oula, OSN Living, OSN Mezze, OSN Woman, OSN Movies First, and OSN Series First. With content also available on OSN Streaming App to access everywhere and anytime. April marks the […]

Uber’s long-term partnership with Mastercard continues to grow with a new strategic initiative focusing on digital payments and advancing financial inclusions which will be facilitated by Mastercard across the Middle East and Africa (MEA). As a regional first, the partnership with Mastercard will enable Uber to drive digitization across their business operations, leveraging Mastercard’s single […]

Agility, a leading global logistics provider, has donated the transportation of nine tons of medical materials from China to Uganda for UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency, in partnership with Qatar Airways Cargo. The donation, through One Million Kilos, Chapter 1 of Qatar Airways Cargo’s sustainability program “WeQare” included more than 50,000 surgical kits to be […]

talabat, the region’s leading food delivery and q-commerce app, has announced its pledge to hire 300 female drivers to its delivery fleet in the UAE by end of 2021 in efforts to improve gender equality and provide women with wider employment opportunities across all functions in the organisation. As of today, talabat welcomed 14 female […]

One of the most effective ways to improve the success of your PPC campaigns and optimize your ROI is to optimize the landing pages. WordStream has provided hundreds of landing page tips and advice to help you boost your promotions over the last few years. Landing pages and the lead-capture types that go with them […]

His Highness Sheikh Ahmed Bin Saeed Al Maktoum, President of Dubai Civil Aviation Authority, Chairman & CEO of Emirates Group and Chairman of Dubai Airportsofficially inaugurated today the 26th edition of Dubai International Pharmaceuticals & Technologies Conference and Exhibition – DUPHAT, the biggest pharmaceutical event in the Middle East and North Africa region, dedicated to pharmacy professionals. […]

SHAREit, the global gaming, file sharing, and content streaming application, has released an insightful guide highlighting why Ramadan is the perfect time for marketers to connect with their customers through the world of online entertainment. Essential Guide for a Mobile Ramadan 2021 in MENA brings the latest consumer insights, statistics, and fresh perspective together, showcasing the […]

After quickly adapting to a tumultuous year which impacted the automotive industry globally, Al-Futtaim Automotive has started 2021 as it means to go on stabilizing its business and continuing its recovery and market share growth. The Al-Futtaim Group company today announced a strong start to the year for two of its leading automotive marques in […]

GMC’s electric supertruck lineup expands with the addition of the 2024 HUMMER EV SUV making its debut in a new commercial film narrated by LeBron James. Fans can also watch the reveal here. The new spot focuses on the SUV’s revolutionary capability and signature HUMMER EV features that offer Extract Mode and CrabWalk1. “The GMC […]

EVOTEQ announced that it will showcase its ‘Track and Trace’ technologySmartTrack at DUPHAT 2021from April 5 to 7 at Dubai World Trade Centre at stand number 4C10. The company will demonstrate how SmartTrack can be applied in healthcare given that healthcare serialization is a major challenge. During its participation in the global event for the […]

The 26thedition of Dubai International Pharmaceuticals & Technologies Conference & Exhibition- DUPHAT, the largest pharmaceutical event of its kind in the Middle East and North Africa region, will kick off on Monday, till the 7th of April, at the Dubai World Trade Centre. The highly anticipated DUPHAT 2021 is expected to attract over 20,000 visitors […]

Shaimaa Samy Ab D Ellatif is the lone representative from Egypt at the ongoing Dubai 2021 Para Badminton and she hopes to make the most of the opportunity—not just gaining experience but better the colour of her medal in international competition. Shaimaa, who had started playing Para Badminton only in 2018, feels that she has […]

Panoramas are an excellent way to photograph landscapes. It is easy to represent what you want to see through your eyes in your photos by allowing you to catch a greater portion of the sight in front of you. While software has made stitching your images into panoramas ridiculously simple, there are some adjustments you […]

Nissan revealed the 2021Nissan Patrol NISMO to the world earlier today, marking the latest chapter for Nissan’s performance brand. Premiering globally through a virtual event hosted at Expo 2020 Dubai, the new race-inspired version of the legendary Patrol combines striking exteriors with the refinement of a luxury car and the exhilarating performance of a sports […]

Tradeling, the hyper-growing eMarketplace focused on business-to-business (B2B) transactions in MENA region, has announced the launch of Tradeling Shops, a new vertical focused on the micro and small business community. The service will enable small businesses owners to procure their wholesale supplies from Tradeling online with significant savings. It is targeted at grocers, minimarts, supermarkets, […]

The Dubai chapter of The Indus Entrepreneurs (TiE)has today officially launched the second edition of TiE Women, a global initiative dedicated to helping women across the globe reach their full potential by empowering them with the necessary support to build their leadership skills and grow their businesses. The initiative is open to women-run and women-owned […]

“SOCIAL MEDIA IS CHANGING THE WORLD, AND WE’RE ALL HERE WITNESSING IT”- IAN SOMERHALDER. Every year, the industry assesses the previous year’s developments and forecasts the next Digital Marketing developments. The transformations carried by COVID-19 cross this analysis in 2021. Everybody’s living was impacted by the year 2020. The latest coronavirus pandemic triggered suffering and […]

Island resorts around the world will lead the recovery in leisure travel, according to research carried out ahead of Arabian Travel Market (ATM)2021, which will be in a hybrid format, with the in-person event taking place on 16-19 May at the Dubai World Trade Centre and the virtual event to be held the following week, […]

Canon Middle East recently concluded the first session of the ‘Frontiers of Innovation 2021’in an online format, which saw leading women entrepreneurs from the creative industry talk about the importance of spreading awareness and fostering women empowerment. This year’s edition began with the session on ‘Empowering Women in the Creative Industry’, taking place in the wake […]

The Arab-Brazilian Chamber of Commerce (ABCC) and its space devoted to Arab culture and immigration, Arab House, recently brought focus on the history of Arab immigration to Brazil during a virtual seminar recently held to mark Arab Community Day in Brazil. Guest experts traced back the roots of the Arabs’ presence in Brazil and gave […]

Scale7, the first fashion and design business incubator in Qatar – founded by Qatar Development Bank (QDB) in partnership with M7, the creative and cultural hub operating under Qatar Museums, has successfully completed Qatar’s first fashion and technology virtual Hackathon, which was held between 12-14 March, 2021. Opening the doors of infinite opportunities for Qatari […]

Free zones across the world are optimistic about their growth performance in the coming months as they prepare to become ‘future ready’ in a post-pandemic world, according to the latest indicators revealed by the Free Zones World Economic Barometer. About 40 per cent of free zone organizations expressed positive outlook on their performance during the […]

Gulf Capital, a leading growth markets alternative investment firm, announced today its two-year growth plans for ART Fertility Clinics, the fastest growing provider of fertility treatment services in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) states. With increased awareness coupled with the technological advancements in the field, the fertility sector in India is forecasted to continue to […]

“Create blog posts that answer the most interesting questions from people you engage with on social media.” – Dave Larson. Since it relates to content marketing, first impressions are crucial. To begin, a good blog post is both entertaining and instructive. Blogs should respond to questions and assist readers in addressing a dilemma they’re having, and […]

Further to the Cleartrip Travel Insights Report announced earlier this month, Singapore Tourism Board, Middle East has partnered with Cleartrip, the leading online travel agency,to attract travellers from key GCC markets like UAE and KSA. As part of the partnership, multiple initiatives/activities will be adopted to prompt audience in Middle East to reimagine travel in […]

Dubai Land Department (DLD) participated in the 2021 edition of International Real Estate Expo (IREX) India as ‘City Partner’to shed light on Dubai’s real estate sector, informing participants and interested investors about the multiple opportunities that Dubai provides in this sector as well as introducing participants to DLD’s innovative services and initiatives. During the exhibition, […]

Dubai-based Telr, a leading payment gateway provider in the Middle East, and Aleta Planet, a China-centric Singapore fintech,today announced a partnership to enable Telr’s merchants to accept UnionPay cards for e-commerce transactions. The partnership with Telrmarks a significant milestone for Aleta Planet as it looks to the Middle East to broaden its reach at a […]

Germany is firmly establishing its position as a leading destination for outdoor tourism, encouraging travellers to consider its nature and outdoor activities following the lift of post pandemic travel measures, with the German National Tourist Board leading the charge in presenting the country’s offering to GCC travellers. The European country is the ideal travel destination […]

Bedaya Center for Entrepreneurship and Career Development (Bedaya Center), a joint initiative by Qatar Development Bank and Silatech, is pleased to announce that it is now receiving applications from entrepreneurs owning start-up businesses or small enterprises looking to register for the “Ramadan Online Market”.The Online market will be held from 15th of April till 15th […]

The AASTMT Entrepreneurship Center held an online workshop titled “How to Become an Entrepreneur”, which is the first in a series that aims to prepare AASTMT students, who are willing to participate in the “Arab Rally for Entrepreneurship”. This year, the annual competition focused on entrepreneurship in the maritime sector.The virtual workshop was hosted by […]

Nissan has implemented its new brand logo for the first time in the Middle East, marking a new visual era for the brand in the region. The modern and digital-friendly logo, unveiled last year, signifies Nissan’s future-focused vision, while staying connected to its rich heritage and tradition of innovation. The logo also embodies the global […]

The Hotel Show; the MENA region’s longest-running and most influential hospitality trade exhibition has announced the addition of a free-to-attend F&B Stakeholders Summit as part of the 2021 exhibition programme, which will run within the wider event, held from 31st May – 2nd June 2021 at the Dubai World Trade Centre. The F&BStakeholders Summit has […]

The Stinger continues to evolve and maintain its position as Kia’s halo sport sedan while pushing frontiers in expected style, performance and engineering. The new model is revamped with new exterior design details that offer a more upscale appearance, enhanced performance through its more powerful standard engine, and an unparalleled driving experience with several technologically […]

The webinar is among the most powerful tools you can use in your Digital Marketing strategy to set your business apart from competitors. Webinars have evolved into effective marketing tools for B2B companies. According to research, 73 percent of B2B marketers believe webinars are critical in producing high-quality leads. Organizing webinars creates cost to your […]

Canon EMEA, the world’s leading imaging company, will be taking part in the 5th SDG Global Festival of Action between 25th – 26th March to inspire and educate people on the of power visual storytelling in addressing the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Striving to inspire action, connect people and develop solutions to #Turn it Around, […]

Mastercard today announced its partnership with Anghami, the leading music streaming platform in MENA to host an exclusive and Priceless live concert by the Lebanese pop singer Yara. The exclusive event delivers on Mastercard’s promise of connecting people to their passion for music and follows the rollout of Mastercard’s own multisensory brand journey, having recently […]

RIF Trust, part of the Latitude Group, an international leading residency and citizenship by investment advisory, celebrates women this month with an exclusive offer to empower businesswomen and female entrepreneurs with global mobility marking both the International Women’s Day and Mother’s Day. Valid from March 21th to April 21th, 2021, the offer includes a complimentary […]

On March 21, 2021, Dubai-operated Behnoode Foundation in partnership with top Middle Eastern visual artists opened an art exhibition in Tehran curated by Dubai-based fashion designer Behnood Javaherpour as part of its on-going effort to raise funds and awareness to build an art academy for talented artists from the Middle East region. The exhibition opened […]

Gulf Capital, a leading growth markets alternative investment firm, announced today that it has completed two strategic acquisitions in US healthtech companies for a total transaction value of US$ 60 million. The majority stake investments in Eclat Health and Hansei Solutions will expand Gulf Capital’s healthcare-focused Revenue Cycle Management (“RCM”) platform. In 2018, Gulf Capital […]

Get ready for one of the jewellery world’s most powerful marketplaces for product discovery, meaningful connections and inspired thinking – Jewellery, Gem & Technology Dubai (JGT Dubai). Envisioned as a high-impact jewellery sourcing experience, JGT Dubai will have its inaugural edition on 22 – 24 February 2022 at the Dubai World Trade Centre. The sourcing event is a joint […]

“Clubhouse allows you to interact with other corporate leaders as well as communicate with each other in your business.” Like so many other social media platforms, clubhouse chats cover a variety of subjects. Going to participate in Clubhouse discussions, according to fans, feels more like an immersive podcast or an audio form of Twitter. The […]

A spectacular new double green is to be built on holes 9 and 18 at Doha Golf Club and all of the greens are being completely relayed, with work at the famous venue getting underway in April. The huge new green will wrap around the existing lake, bringing the action closer to the clubhouse, enhancing […]

Azizi Developments, a leading private developer in the UAE, has won the Best Luxury Residential Development Award for Mina on Palm Jumeirah, Dubai,as well as the Best Luxury Mixed Use Development Award for Riviera, MBR City, Dubai, at the renowned Luxury Lifestyle Awards 2021. The wins are a testament to Azizi’s continuous and relentless efforts […]

Milipol Qatar 2021, the leading international event dedicated to homeland security and civil defence in the Middle East, closed a three-day run at the Doha Exhibition & Convention Centre. The number of visitors reached7,924and an on-site declared sales tally worth QR390 mn Qatari Riyals. The event is held under the patronage of H.H the Emir […]

As part of Abu Dhabi Festival’s exciting year-long hybrid virtual programme, under the theme The Future Starts Now, Hekayat: Symphonic Tales, by Emirati composer Ihab Darwish, will launch on 30 March at abudhabifestival.ae.The performance traverses the globe in 13 compositions played by 128 musicians in 20 countries, capturing the musical traditions and cultures of every […]

With over 1 billion users, Instagram is a social media powerhouse. In simple terms, it is a strong mobile photo and video connecting social networking site that allows users to share images and short videos (highest possible for one minute) and share them on certain social networking platforms like Instagram, Twitter, Flickr, and Tumblr. New generations […]

The Emirates Literature Foundation today announced the deadline has been extended for the second annual Voices of Future Generations competition. The new deadline for submissions is 31 May 2021. The unique writing initiative was created to promote sustainability awareness and the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child. The regional competition is organised by […]

Anticipating the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022™, the stunning platform created by digital partners Emakina and Adobe will help the country reach its ambitious goal of doubling its tourism revenue by 2030. www.visitqatar.qa Visit Qatar, an initiative of the Qatar National Tourism Council (QNTC), aims to boost their tourism industry with the launch of a […]

UAE-based TIME Hotels will be opening its first two hotels in Egypt later this year –the five-star TIME Coral Resort Nuweiba in the Red Sea resort of Nuweibaand the four-star TIME Marina Hotel & Conference Centre near Al Alamein on the Mediterranean coast, which is being hailed as Egypt’ssecond capital. During a recent visit to […]

Cedar Rose has announced the launch of its comprehensive range of award-winning Credit Risk Management tools and services across the GCC. With a strong global presence Cedar Rose has been at the forefront of providing world-class business intelligence and credit risk solutions in over 230 countries to leading firms since 1997.Now to support its growth […]

talabat, the region’s leading food delivery and q-commerce platform, has announced a major initiative that is set to revolutionise the cash flow for its restaurant partners, starting this month, by increasing the frequency in which they receive their remittance. Having already set an industry-leading two weeks cycle at the start of the pandemic, talabat has […]

Global pet food leader PURINA is offering up to CHF 50,000through a competition open for startups in Europe, the Middle East, and North Africa, being implemented in collaboration with Unleashed: a unique acceleration program that helps grow disruptive pet care startups that integrate science and technology to offer innovative products or services to meet the needs […]

We can confidently assume that on-demand access to data in the world is a part of peoples lives now, as well as for the coming years, thanks to desktops, tablets, and a growing galaxy of diverse linked screens and devices. We’ve reached the end of an era, and businesses must adapt. People now continue to […]

YallaMotor, the region’s largest automotive portal, and a subsidiary of Bayt.com, the Middle East’s #1 job site, conducted a survey to gauge car buyer’s purchasing intent and emerging trends in auto sales during the ongoing pandemic. With over 4,120 respondents from across the GCC, this follow-up survey sheds light on several aspects of auto retail […]

A successful marketing approach is the foundation of any effective marketing campaign. Unexpectedly, over more than half of the companies polled either don’t even have a straightforward digital marketing plan or still haven’t incorporated one. While some initiatives may ultimately succeed, failing to plan makes your marketing less successful. Your digital marketing strategy will greatly assist […]

In recognition of the vital role of mothers in our lives, OSN is releasing a special line-up of content celebrating all courageous women on Mother’s Day this month. Join OSN as we celebrate the prominent role the mother plays in all its shapes and guises, with a two-day Mom-tastic movie marathon from 18.30 KSA on […]

“GET THE SPEED YOU NEED TO KEEP YOUR CUSTOMERS ENGAGED”. Your website has been a more important medium than ever in today’s marketing world. Your website is a salesperson who works for you 24 hours a day, seven days a week, and as such, it has the potential to be the most valuable tool and […]

Relive the Passion: STARZ ORIGINAL Outlander Season 5 A married combat nurse from 1945 is mysteriously swept back to 1743 and thrown into the middle of the Scottish rebellion against the British army. Forced by circumstance to marry an outlawed Highlander. She finds herself falling in love and torn between her loyalties to two men […]

Retail Leaders Circle, the preeminent global platform for expert-led debate between policymakers, industry CEOs, and key opinion leaders, will assemble some of the region’s most prominent decision-makers over three consecutive days to address the current retail industry during Stream One of the 7thRetail Leaders Circle MENA Summit, scheduled to take place virtually on 29, 30 […]

Keto Goodies, the UAE’s leading keto brand, has signed a partnership agreement with Kitopi, the leading managed cloud kitchen platform. The partnership will see Keto Goodies join Kitopi’s state-of-the-art kitchens and technology platform, enabling the brand to expand its regional presence, grow its customer base and offer enhancements to customer experience, packaging, logistics and speed […]

The MENA Oil and Gas Technology Summit, a one day virtual event hosted by MEED, will take place on Wednesday, 24 March 2021, bringing together stakeholders from National Oil Companies, large end users and utilities companies to explore topics including digitalisation, automation, cybersecurity and asset integrity within the region’s oil and gas sector. The oil […]

Spotify is hosting its first-ever, SAWTIK female-only masterclass on March 21, with the aim to educate emerging female artists about Spotify For Artists. Emphasizing playlists and artist growth, this special installment is perfect for all those eager to discover the knowledge, tools and best practices to help raise their profile and find their audience on the […]

Dubai-operated Behnoode Foundation set to open an art exhibition in Tehran on Sunday, March 21, 2021 as part of its on-going effort to raise funds and awareness to build a school for out-of-school-youths in Nepal. The exhibition will be opened in lieu of the celebration of Nowruz or the Iranian New Year wherein 16 top […]

According to a recent YouGov survey, commissioned by Reed Exhibitions, the organiser of Arabian Travel Market (ATM)2021, the amount of money that Middle East travellers spend on international leisure travel, will begin to exceed 2019 pre-COVID levels, in as little as three years. This is supported by forecast analysis carried out by Tourism Economics (TE)*. […]

SHUAA Capital psc (DFM: SHUAA), the leading asset management and investment banking platform in the region, has announced the appointment of Walid El-Hindi as its CEO of Real Estate with immediate effect.  Walid will be responsible for managing SHUAA’s significant real estate portfolio and activities across the value chain and multiple geographies.His role will encompass […]

JLL has received two prestigious awards at the 2020 / 2021International Property Awards held virtually last month. During the ceremony, the global real estate professional services firm was named the Best Property Agency / Consultancy in Arabia and Africa. Held annually, the International Property Awards celebrate the achievements of residential and commercial property professionals from […]

Neighbourhood eatery, MasterChef, the TV Experience, has given its signature Mystery Box experience a spectacular makeover and has launched a new menu featuring original dishes by Head ChefMargarita Vaamonde. Bringing a piece of the popular TV phenomenon to the restaurant, the Mystery Box is a must try when visiting the Marina hotspot. Inspired by key […]

The Maritime Standard looked for the first time at the impact of the pandemic on marine insurance during its latest Covid-19: A Leadership Webinar, held on Wednesday 10th March. The theme of the event, well attended online by over 400 international guests, focused on the theme of “Reshaping the future of marine insurance in a […]

Companies offering digital print services thrived during the pandemic, a panel of industry experts revealed at the second virtual roundtable hosted by Tarsus Group for its Gulf Print & Pack show, featuring top representatives from the commercial and wide-format printing industry in the Middle East. Titled “Smart use of digital print technologies in the MEA […]

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Under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, Her Excellency Hessa Bint Essa Buhumaid, Minister of Community Development, officially inaugurated today the 17th edition of the Dubai International Humanitarian Aid and Development Conference and Exhibition ‘DIHAD’ at the Dubai […]

OSN, the region’s leading entertainment hub puts a spring into viewer’s steps this March with an exciting line-up including a brand new content offering, ‘OSN Woman’, a new Adult Swim pop up channel and a host of new movies and series, most of which will also be available on the OSN streaming app and OnDemand. In […]

The trade exchanges between the UAE and GCC states amounted to around AED229 bn in 2019, a 4 percent growth on 2018, according to Younis Haji Al Khouri, Under-Secretary of the Ministry of Finance (MoF) In statements to the Emirates News Agency (WAM), Al Khouri noted that cooperation with its GCC partners lies at the […]

Outlining a clear vision for the future, embracing innovation, and relying on competence and intelligence to address challenges were all cited as key tactics the UAE will be employing to achieve its long-term goals as the Mohamed Bin Zayed Majlis for Future Generations 2021 wrapped up with its third and final chapter: The Next 50 […]

Business France, the national agency supporting the international development of the French economy through its International Organizations and Doners department,will be participating in the 17th edition of the Dubai International Humanitarian Aid & Development Conference & Exhibition (DIHAD)through its International Organizations and Doners department, taking place from 15to 17 March 2021 at Dubai International Convention […]

The Emirates Airline Festival of Literature celebrated students with a talent for poetry performance today, when the winners of Emirates NBD Poetry for All competition were honoured at a special awards ceremony at the Mohammed Bin Rashid University of Medicine and Health Sciences (MBRU). The first place winners in Arabic and English also repeated their winning performances […]

INFINITI’s upcoming QX60 three-row crossover will feature a more advanced Intelligent All-Wheel-Drive system that’s not only more compact and more advanced but also quicker to support the driver with all-wheel traction in nearly any condition. The 2022 INFINITI QX60 combines its award-winning 3.5-liter V-6 engine with an all-new 9-speed automatic transmission and the new all-wheel-drive […]

OSN, announced today CBS PRESENTS OPRAH WITH MEGHAN AND HARRY, featuring Oprah Winfrey as she sits down with Prince Harry and Meghan, The Duke and Duchess of Sussex, for an intimate conversation to air on March 17 (20:00 KSA) and March 20 (20:00 KSA) on “OSN Woman,” channel number 222 on the OSN Box. Winfrey […]

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In just three months since launch, the award-winning digital wealth management firm StashAway MENA, has found that there is a rise of the female investor in the region and has identified the region’s top financial goals. In addition, the firm is thrilled by its first quarter of trading results where it grew three times faster than […]

Kia’s fourth generation of flagship SUVs has finally arrived, with the all-new Sorento arrives in select MEA markets for the very first time. Powerful,progressive and versatile, the exciting new model nimbly pairs cutting-edge tech features with family-friendly practicality. This distinguishes it as one of the most efficient and comfortable sport utilities ever made. The first […]

There seem to be a multitude of reasons why a business might need to completely redesign its products, facilities, or marketing strategy in today’s dynamic and gradually evolving industry structure. This is known as business transformation, and it frequently entails significant corporate reorganization and also structural alterations to the economic parts of the firm and […]

Each year, I am proud to join the global business, development and NGO communities in celebrating International Women’s Day, and IWD for me is even more special this year because this is the year that we celebrate the 20th Anniversary of the Arab International Women’s Forum (AIWF). As President & Founder of AIWF, I am […]

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On the occasion of International Women’s Day, this year held under the theme ‘Choose to Challenge’, She is Arab, the first platform dedicated to increasing the representation of Arab women in business leadership and at speaking events, held a webinar on the importance of mental health. The panel discussion featured prominent speakers from the Arab […]

In line with its commitment to foster a more inclusive environment across the Africa, Middle East, India, Europe, and Oceania (AMIEO) region, Nissan launches ‘SheShares,’ a series of webinars poised to shed light on the commercial value of gender diversity. The inaugural event took place on the occasion of International Women’s Day on March 8th. […]

Canon Middle East (CME), a provider of imaging technologies and services,has announced the winners of its first season of the AKTASHIF program during a virtual awards ceremony held recently and attended by members of Canon executive team, the judging panel, the runner ups and the grand prize winner of Aktashif. The one-of-a-kind program is aimed […]

Tourism Ireland’s annual GCC Sales Mission event turned virtual this year, with Virtual Ireland Meets the Middle East 2021. The aim of the event was to connect the island of Ireland’s industry experts with high-end travel agents and tour operators from across the Middle East (including UAE, Qatar, Kuwait, Saudi Arabia and Turkey), with workshops providing […]

One thing is for sure: we all understand how challenging it is to adjust to adapt. Change is unavoidable and an integral part of becoming human, whether it is intentional or accidental, gradual or abrupt. COVID-19 has caused an individual discover in our way of life over the last few months. And now, even going […]

Spring is in the air and STARZPLAY is making sure that MENA viewers enjoy the beautiful weather with the perfect dose of entertainment. Sit back and relax with your loved ones and enjoy a month of exceptional entertainment with MENA region’s leading subscription video on demand (SVOD) service. From exclusive shows to exciting dramas, laugh […]

The Arab Women Authority announced today that Her Highness Sheikha Latifa bint Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Chairperson of Dubai Culture and Arts Authority, is the recipient of its First Arab Lady of the Year award. The award recognises the role she has played in the resurgence of Dubai’s cultural and creative sector and her […]

Today on International Women’s Day, the Anwar Gargash Diplomatic Academy (AGDA) launched its latest Women in Diplomacy Index for 2021. Following the launch, the academy also hosted a panel discussion on the topic of gender equality in foreign policy and the diplomatic corps. First published in 2018, the Women in Diplomacy Index seeks to track […]

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To commemorate women for their resilience and achievements and their incredible contribution in building a sustainable world, VFS Global operations at the Al Hada Visa Application Centre in Riyadh was managed by all-female staff on the International Women’s Day. As part of the unique initiative, a women-only team handled visa applications for 28 countries including, […]

Michelin, Schneider Electric and Suez, three major international companies with a strong local footprint, came together for International Women’s Day to host a series of virtual panels that sought to holistically address the issue of gender equality in business and industry. Over a dozen panelists addressed issues as diverse as resilience in challenging times, breaking […]

In a survey conducted last year, it was noted that 73% of global millennials prefer a metal card over a plastic one. To support financial institutions in delivering the premium payment experience demanded by this demographic, IDEMIA is proud to introduce its Smart Metal Art offering. The Smart Metal Art range offers contactless capabilities on […]

In a bid to tackle the career progression challenges faced by women in the PR sector, PRCA MENA and Global Women in PR MENA have co-launched Taa Marbouta — a unique, women-to-women mentorship programme and campaign. The programme, which is free for all aspiring PR women, has been designed to not only support young women […]

Today, Cadillac is celebrating International Women’s Day by putting the spotlight on the women behind the next-generation 2021 Escalade. There’s a saying ‘behind every icon there’s an iconic woman” and this couldn’t be truer for Cadillac’s top female designers who were responsible for updating this modern classic and making it today’s new king of luxury […]

GHM has announced plans to open a new luxury resort, composed of 59 rooms and suites as well as 32 chalets and villas at Katara Cultural Village in Qatar’s capital city, Doha. Developed by the Qatari real estate consortium, Triple A in partnership with Katara Cultural Village, The Chedi Katara Hotel & Resort, Doha, Qatar […]

The Emirates Talent Association and the Hamdan Bin Mohammed Smart University recently concluded the first stage of the ‘Emirati Explorer’ program, a major initiative which holds great importance aimed at developing a generation of Emiratis equipped with scientific knowledge and creative skills in the fields of advanced science, technology, and space. Twenty-eight male and female […]

Iran’s top Para archer Zahra Nemati embraces the mindset of Never Giving Up. She believes in her dreams and urges women in Iran and globally to never forget their dreams and to have a hope for future. “The most important thing is you need to have a goal and you should dream to achieve it. […]

Its International Women’s Day and STARZPLAY, MENA region’s leading subscription video on demand (SVOD) service, has introduced an exclusive category that celebrates womanhood and features incredible female performances. Get ready to cry, laugh and feel proud with these solid fictional and real-life characters which are truly inspirational! Here’s a look at a mix of titles […]

Here are some essential tools that you need to use to research the right keywords and phrases for optimizing your website SEO. Soovle Soovle is a search engine that collects findings from many other search engines and displays them in one place. Rather than having to check through each website, users can obtain all of […]

Today Amazon.ae announced that it continues to grow its product selection for customers in the UAE through the Amazon Global Store, adding almost 15 million new items shipped directly from Amazon UK. Easily accessible on Amazon.ae and already boasting millions of international items from Amazon US, the Amazon Global Store now provides customers in the […]

The Asian Business Leadership Forum (ABLF), Asia’s most influential leadership platform, has announced the third ABLF TALKS LIVE Virtual Conclave of 2021 to be held on March 9 2021. The event will convene leaders and experts from across the world to talk about the need to push for grassroots changes in order to bring about […]

The Expo Centre Sharjah has unveiled its impressive events calendar for the year 2021, including 43 specialized and diverse exhibitions, of which 13 at Expo Khor Fakkan and 8 at Expo Al Dhaid, reflecting the tremendous role the Centre along with its branches plays in organizing and hosting several local, regional, and international events, thanks […]

The Covid-19 pandemic has thrown life into a pit stop, but it hasn’t decided to bring everything to a stop. Whereas the coronavirus has had disastrous health, social, and economic consequences, we are privileged that innovation has progressed so far which we can still communicate and collaborate, virtually. While some were slow to adjust to the […]

Manufacturers seeking to leverage new digital technologies to transform their businesses can turn to Emerson’s new Digital Maturity Quick Index to self-assess their operations and identify opportunities that deliver the highest potential return on investment. Global technology and software company Emerson (NYSE:EMR) has created a new, free online tool that builds upon several well-established maturity […]

The Public Relations industry in the Middle East must reskill and upgrade its competencies to embrace the fast-growing trend of environmental, social and governance (ESG) communications, observed the opening panel discussion of the fourth annual PRovoke MENA Summit. Under the theme, ‘A New Middle East Narrative: A Manifesto for Change in PR,’ the discussion, moderated […]

Downhole technology developer and manufacturer Omega Well Intervention and global well intervention company Wellpro Group, have announced a strategic alliance to deliver downhole tools to the Middle East and North African (MENA) market, led by senior management teams with decades of well intervention expertise. The agreement will see Wellpro Group managing the deployment of Omega […]

With a shared business passion for customer convenience, CAFU, the Middle East’s first and only on-demand car service reveals the ‘next gen’ of connected car technology services with the Middle East’s first and largest self-drive mobility company, ekar. Aligned to CAFU’s long-term strategic plan, the partnership with ekar forms the first step towards a range […]

Omar Sayed Shaaban, a 21-year young swimmerfromIsmailia, Egypt has set the world record for the Highest jump out of water wearing a monofin, recording an impressive 2.30 m jump, ending a 9-year monopoly on the record. The Civil Engineering student followed steps of fellow Egyptian, Soliman Sayed, from the same city of Ismailia along with […]

The Flying Spur W12has been recognised in MotorWeek’s 2021 Drivers’ Choice Awards as the Best Dream Machine. Since 1981, MotorWeek judges the best in the automotive industry, looking at the buyer’s point of view and considering industry trends while looking towards the most innovative cars in the industry. MotorWeek is the longest running automotive show […]

Cityscape Global organiser Informa Markets has unveiled an exciting new format for Cityscape Global 2021. This meeting of minds for the real estate industry is made up of a series of virtual investor intelligence summits, online seminars and digital networking, in the months before and after the 20th edition of the flagship live, in-person event […]

The Maritime Standard will host the fourteenth in its series, Covid 19: A Leadership Perspective webinar, on Wednesday March 10th at 12:30 pm UAE time (8:30 am GMT; 2:00 pm IST). On this occasion the focus will be on marine insurance, with panellists discussing and debating how the pandemic has reshaped the shipping industry’s risk […]

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Recent hospitality industry reports and analysis published by STR and Colliers International, have revealed that hotels in the UAE have put up a sterling performance, given the challenges of operating during the pandemic last year. To support the hotel industry still further during the vaccine rollout, Arabian Travel Market (ATM), which will take place in-person at […]

SANS Institute, the global leader in cyber security training and certifications, announced its upcoming live online training program titled the ‘Gulf Region Spring 2021’ to be held from March 13-18th, 2021. The program will include courses on security and incident response and forensics. “The Middle East continues to be targeted by both global and regional […]

In a milestone moment for the global sports and entertainment broadcaster, beIN MEDIA GROUP has announced a host of upgraded packages for its millions of subscribers across the Middle East and North Africa (MENA); combining brand new content and family favourites to suit every viewer’s needs – as well as an exciting facelift to the […]

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The buy now, pay later trend has taken off around the globe. Over the past few years, companies like Afterpay in Australia have let shoppers take home the products they can’t afford to pay all at once. These services are growing in popularity, especially among millennials, who tend not to own credit cards. Meanwhile, retailers benefit […]

In celebration of International Women’s Day, OSN has announced that it will be launching its first-ever content line up dedicated to women in the region. Launching on Monday 8th March to mark the occasion, the ‘OSN Woman’content offering will be available as a standalone channel through any OSN box as we well as on demand […]

Gulf Capital, a leading growth markets alternative investment firm, has announced today the successful and full exit of its investment in ECDC, a leading oil & gas drilling and production services provider in the Middle East and Africa. The company is part of ADES Investments Holding Ltd. which is the major shareholder in ADES International, […]

The COVID-19 pandemic has accelerated disruptions in the GCC’s construction industry, creating a mix of opportunities and headwinds. Many of these changes –such as industrialization and digitalisation– were already taking place. To navigate the ‘new normal’, the region’s construction ecosystem needs to make strategic business decisions. Leading regional design-build contractor AMANA is showing the way […]

WarnerMedia has partnered with OSN to launch a new pop-up channel on the 25th of February dedicated exclusively to Adult Swim, the #1 destination for young adults in the U.S.A.. Adult Swim’s diverse slate– including global hit original series Rick and Morty, Robot Chicken, Genndy Tartakovsky’s Primal, Samurai Jack, and more – has been streaming on VOD […]

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Early 2021 construction sector recruitment activity shows strong signs of confidence, according to the founder of an industry-specific artificial intelligence-driven job matching platform. Marcus Taylor, CEO and founder of FifthEdge, reports that while there are encouraging signs of recovery in Abu Dhabi and Qatar, over 80 per cent of recruitment activity remains within the Saudi […]

Mashreq Bank, one of the leading financial institutions in the UAE, has once again achieved an important milestone by being recognized as a Market Leader for its best in class transactional banking services by Euromoney. The bank received a host of recognitions by the leading industry publication in its two recent surveys that includes the […]

A new survey by Bayt.com, the Middle East’s #1 job site,revealed that freelancers across the region are now experiencing a surge in demand. The 2021Freelancing in the MENA survey aimed to gather opinions from the increasing number of skilled workers who are jumping on the freelance bandwagon. The biggest motivations for taking up freelance work include […]

The fourth-generation Kia Carnival arrives in markets within the Middle East and Africa (MEA). Customers can learn more about the brand’s next generation flagship SUV, which has captured the attention of customers of the MEA region since its unveiling in 2020. The new Carnival is designed to appeal to progressive young families through its leading […]

The statement-making 2022 INFINITI QX55 crossover coupe isn’t done talking yet as INFINITI announces standard and optional equipment for its newest provocative crossover. Offered in three well-equipped grades — LUXE, ESSENTIAL, and SENSORY — the all-new 2022 QX55 steals the scene with standard Intelligent All-Wheel Drive, 20-inch wheels, Apple CarPlay compatibility, and class-leading cargo capacity. […]

If you are a wildlife fan fascinated by the majestic world of animals and nature, make sure you tune into STARZPLAY, the leading subscription video on demand (SVOD) service in the MENA region, and enjoy the very best of nature documentaries.Inspiring,thought-provoking yet entertaining,these documentaries beautifully capture the essence of the wild and our fascinating planet. […]

Hosted Buyer registration for the upcoming fully virtual Africa Travel Week (ATW), comprising World Travel Market Africa (WTMA) and International Luxury Travel Market Africa (ILTMA) has officially gone live – the first important step in hosting this much-needed platform connecting tourism industry professionals from Africa with the rest of the world. Hosted Buyers have responded […]

Retail Leaders Circle, the preeminent global platform for expert-led debate between policymakers, industry CEOs, and key opinion leaders, has announced the dates for the 7th Retail Leaders Circle MENA Summit. In a ground-breaking extension of its mandate to create opportunities for deep dialogue and collaboration, the 2021 Retail Leaders Circle MENA Summit will occur in […]

Gulfood 2021 has unearthed “incredible” business potential for F&B companies from Mexico, according to the organisers of the North American country pavilion at the most competitive global sourcing platform and first in-person F&B event in the past 12 months, which runs at Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC) until Thursday 25 February. The five-day event has […]

The Dubai chapter of The Indus Entrepreneurs (TiE)announced its official participation in the TiE-University Global Pitchfest, a world-wide initiative dedicated to empowering aspiring student entrepreneurs across the globe. Through the TiE-University Global Pitchfestinitiative, TiE Dubai aims to provide ambitious students in the UAE and the across the Arab world with a boost in their entrepreneurial […]

Volkswagen Middle East boldest and most robust vehicle has received a facelift. The new 2021 seven-seater Teramont has been tweaked for an all-new look. The Teramont is popular in the region for its functionality, safety, and connectivity. The Teramont is the embodiment of quality for its class segment using renowned German engineering. Its high suitability […]

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In conjunction with the celebrations across UAE of the success of the historical and pivotal Mars mission, and the Hope Probe entering the red planet’s orbit, “Green Yard Properties Development” celebrated with its employees this new milestone that culminated the first 50 years since the foundation of the country with an unprecedented historical and scientific […]

OSN, the region’s leading entertainment hub, announced today that it will be airing the highly anticipated and controversial documentary The Weekly: Special Edition, Framing Britney Spears. The 74-minute production will be available exclusively to OSN subscribers on the OSN streaming app. The documentary film has been creating waves both online and offline, trending on social media […]

Globally renowned lifestyle and entertainment brand MDLBEAST is continuing to develop as it launches a brand new record label that will become the exciting new home for musical talent across the Arab region. The first release is a carefully curated showcase album of forward thinking music from global superstars named Soundstorm Volume 1 as a nod to the brand’s […]

Gulf Capital, a leading growth markets alternative investment firm, today announced that it has successfully completed the sale of its 70% stake in TurknetIletisimHizmetleri A.S. (“Turknet” or the “Company”), the leading alternative internet service provider in Turkey, to a consortium of buyers including the incumbent Celebiler Family and Re-Pie PortfoyYonetimi A.S. (“Re-pie”). The sale generated […]

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SIGN4L, a dynamic provider of agile and adaptive electronic warfare and intelligence (EW&I) solutions, today launched two state-of-the-art solutions that are set to offer a tactical advantage in the missions of tomorrow. V-Protect, a radio frequency (RF) communication jamming system, and NavControl-G, a specialised counter-drone capability, are well positioned to become game-changers in shaping favourable […]

Chevrolet announced today that an all-new compact SUV will be joining its award-winning line-up in the Middle East this year. Introducing, the Chevrolet Groove. Set to arrive in the region in the fourth quarter of 2021, the all-new Chevrolet Groove builds on the success of the recently launched Captiva, which took the region by storm […]

Kia Corporation has showcased two light tactical defense vehicle concepts at the 2021International Defense Exhibition & Conference (IDEX) in the UAE, the largest international defense exhibition in the Middle East and Africa. Kia has been supplying its light tactical vehicles to the South Korean army since 2016, becoming the standard-bearer for vehicle quality in the […]

ONLY webinars will be hosting a webinar titled, ’21 Ways To Generate Leads Using LinkedIn In 2021’ on Wednesday, 24 February 2021 at 11 am UAE Time. The webinar is presented by Mumbai based, Neeraj Shah – Founder & CEO, Titan Mastermindz LLP. In this dynamic 60-minute free-to-attend webinar, participants will discover how to generate […]

Gulfood 2021, the unmissable, first in-person global F&B event in almost a year, will deliver a complete range of business opportunities when it opens tomorrow, (21 February) at Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC),to 2,500 international food power brands demonstrating new-to-market innovations to capitalise on accelerated shifts in consumer patterns. The safest and most competitive global […]

DP World, UAE Region, the leading smart trade enabler and its flagship trade and logistics hub, Jebel Ali Free Zone (Jafza) are set to participate in Gulfood 2021, scheduled to take place from 21-25 February at Dubai World Trade Centre. The entities will shed light on their wide range of incentives and the enhanced F&B […]

The iconic Innovation Arabia event is launching its 14th edition this year virtually under the theme “Innovation Everywhere”. The event is held under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Hamdan Bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai and President of Hamdan Bin Mohammed Smart University (HBMSU), and is being held from the […]

After the success of last year’s virtual Study Abroad Expo, IDP Education, the leading international education services provider in the UAE, announces new dates for the virtual Study Abroad Expo 2021, which will be held on the 5th and 6th of March 2021 from 10am until 8pm UAE time. The Study Abroad Expo, hosted by […]

Africa Digital Finance Summit’s inaugural event themed “Decentralized finance, our pathway to financial freedom” will bring together regulators, African central banks, businesses, known crypto whales, and decision-makers across the world, to rethink the development trajectory of Africa’s finance ecosystem. This year’s conference will put a spotlight on Blockchain’s continued transformation from hype to the mainstream. A […]

Feeling into Experience If there is one thing I have long-since known, it is you cannot know the future. So, when I read the book Edgewalkers; People and Organizations that Take Risks, Build Bridges and Break New Ground and saw Dr. Judi Neal had named Sensing the Future as one of the five Edgewalker Skills, I […]

STARZPLAY, the region’s leading subscription video on demand (SVOD) service, is now the region’s home of anime, with over one thousand episodes of anime content brought to its subscribers by TV TOKYO Corporation. The multi-year agreement with one of the world’s largest Japanese anime providers opens doors for STARZPLAY to offer this highly popular entertainment […]

OSN, the home to the greatest series, welcomes the month of February with new and exclusive series filled with exciting drama, hilarious comedy, thrilling action and much more on OSN Series First and as catch up on the OSN streaming app and On-Demand. Both Arabic and English audiences are spoilt for choice with OSN’s wide […]

Middle Eastern visual artist Zartosht Rahimi launches a new art piece today entitled “New Imaginary Map.” “COVID-19 pandemic has made me realize how small and vulnerable our world is and I want to express it through this new piece.” said Zartosht Rahimi. The 300x210cm acrylic on cardboard painting consists of nine smaller parts is a […]

The Dubai Week in Africa virtual trade summit kicked off on Monday with thousands of business people, policy makers and media from around the word attending the online event which was graced by opening remarks from Dr. Thani bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi, Minister of State for Foreign Trade, Sultan Ahmed bin Sulayem, Group Chairman and […]

Big Farm Brothers has today announced the launch of 100% toxin-free, earth derived natural products in the UAE. All the 54 new products launched across multiple categories are authentic and certified organic and come in biodegradable packaging in-line with the company motto of reducing carbon footprints. Headquartered in Dubai, the organization works directly with farmer’s […]

Gulf Capital, a leading growth markets alternative investment firm, today announced that it has formally joined HRH The Prince of Wales’ Terra Carta, which provides a roadmap for businesses to move towards a sustainable future by 2030. Gulf Capital has become the first firm from the Middle East and Africa to join the charter and […]

In correlation with this year’s theme for International Women’s Day – “Women in leadership: Achieving an equal future in a COVID-19 world,” NRTC Fresh aims to contribute to this goal by giving a month supply of fresh fruits and vegetables to three small female-owned F&B entrepreneurs across the UAE. This initiative encourages UAE residents to […]

HeTH Data Centers, a Canada-based crypto mining pool, today announced the purchase and immediate hashing of 1640 next-generation Innosilicon A10 Pro 7G Ethash Miners, which boast an operating hash power of 1.23 Terahash per second. Other additions include 1800 GPU-based mining rigs, which are a mixture of AMD Radeon RX 5600-XT and RX5700-XT, along with […]

There’s plenty more to watch this February on STARZPLAY. The leading subscription video on demand (SVOD) service in the MENA region is giving you a chance to watch premium entertainment, exclusive series, and great movies as well asArabic and Anime series. With a stellar entertaining line-up for the whole family, you now have the perfect […]

Expo 2020 Dubai continues its pre-event programme with “Expo Talks: Travel and Connectivity”, a series of panel discussions and talks exploring digital connectivity as a universal human right and connectivity across key sectors such as mobility, transport and logistics, governance, and education and travel. Live-streamed on 16th February, this digital event will spotlight topics such […]

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Zbooni, MENA’s leading digital enabler for SMEs, has signed a formal agreement with Female Fusion Network, the UAE’s largest and most engaged community for women in business. The partnership will help strengthen support for women entrepreneurs by giving them access to research and insight from Zbooni’s data analytics team, training and events, and advice towards […]

Business France, the national agency supporting the international development of the French economy, announces its participation atGulfood 2021 with two pavilions spanning across the Hall Sheikh Saeed – World Food Stand (S1-M17) and the Hall 3 Dairy (Stand F1-19) from the 21st to the 25th of February at Dubai World Trade.  For this exclusive event, “Taste France” pavilions will […]

Impressive credentials and a vast experience in the maritime industry have underlined the achievements of Effat Mostafa, Executive Director at Tactics Creative Communication and Managing Editor of Marasi News. Owing to her many accomplishments, Mostafa was recently named among the 100 Most Powerful Arabs under 40 by Arabian Business. With over 9 years of experience […]

Al Tayer Motors, the official Ferrari importer in the UAE, has begun the year on a winning note picking up two awards, including the prestigious ‘Best Ferrari Importer 2020’ and the ‘Best Showroom Experience 2020’. The UAE dealership won both awards for the second consecutive year among all dealers in the Middle East region. Speaking […]

Airbus will showcase a wide range of cutting-edge technologies, capabilities and solutions from Airbus Defence and Space and Airbus Helicopters at the International Defence Exhibition and Conference (IDEX) 2021. The event is set to take place at Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre (ADNEC) from 21 – 25 February and is held under the patronage of […]

OSN, the Middle East’s leading entertainment hub, has announced the launch of the latest of its original productions; a captivating psycho-thriller drama series Kayd Majhool(Anonymous)which will debut on theOSN Ya Hala Al Oula and OSN Streaming App on March 18. The star-studded series features Basel Khayat and Abdelmonem Amayri in intense roles and marks the […]

Awards season is back! In the run up to the 78th Golden Globes taking place this month, FOX Movies, FOX Action Movies and STAR Movies are joining forces to air a movie marathon every weekend of the month featuring many of Hollywood’s best award-winning films of all-time. Until February 27, three award-winning films will air: […]

2020 has seen SALAMA achieve excellent progress in its business objectives. In particular, the Company has executed strongly on improving core business profitability and investment income, with the results that net profit for 2020 more than doubled to AED 136.13m (2019: AED 59.82m). At an operating level, during 2020, SALAMA has successfully focused on the […]

ALEC, one of the UAE’s most diversified construction groups has identified what it believes to be the key trends expected to drive the industry during the year ahead. Commenting on the topic, ALEC CEO, Kez Taylor, said: “While the pandemic has clearly caused many industries around the world to change tack, the prevailing construction trends […]

Dubai Islamic Insurance & Reinsurance Company PJSC (Aman), the pioneering UAE Takaful Insurance provider, has announced its preliminary financial results for the year ending 31 December 2020. Aman reported a net profit attributable to shareholders of AED 19 million, an increase of 117% over 2019’s net profit of AED 8.7 million. The strong results demonstrate […]

A new achievement in the fields of tolerance and peace has been recorded for the Global Council for Tolerance and Peace, the publication of its first book, entitled ”Paths to a Culture of Tolerance and Peace”. The President of the Global Council for Tolerance and Peace, Ahmed Al Jarwan, stated that this book, which is […]

Many companies challenged themselves whether it was feasible to provide a remote work experience as the only realistic alternative. Some are proposing convenient remote working opportunities as companies continue to develop post-pandemic environments. It creates a hybrid atmosphere, with certain office workers and some others working from home. A dynamic environment is bound to influence […]

The Hamriyah Free Zone Authority (HFZA) has confirmed its participation in the 26th edition of the Gulfood 2021 Exhibition which will be held at Dubai World Trade Centre, from 21st to 25th February, through which the Zone will highlight the numerous incentives and benefits provided to investors and companies and its pivotal role as main […]

Waha Capital PJSC, a leading investment company in Abu Dhabi (ADX: WAHA), today announced net profit of AED231 million, compared to a loss of AED616 million in 2019. In a statement today on its audited financial results for 2020, the company said that consolidated operating income amounted to AED662.2 million, compared to AED 4.8 million […]

kicked off with a smashing start with the much-awaited bout between Conor McGregor and Dustin Poirier, where the former suffered defeat at UFC 257. The action however continues and there is plenty more. Action thirsty UFC fans who have been enjoying the fights, gear up for more sizzling MMA action with more fights in the […]

The Second ABLF Talks Live Virtual Conclave of 2021 which were held on February 9 at the cutting edge virtual venue, the ABLF City, developed by SMART IEDEA. This month, the conclave boasts of a stellar line-up of speakers from around the globe including Vice President of the Republic of Philippines, Hon. Maria Leonor G […]

The joint organisers of MRO Middle East &Aircraft Interiors Middle East (AIME), Aviation Week Network/Informa and Tarsus Group, today announced new dates for the region’s premier Interiors, Maintenance, Repair and Overhaulexhibition, that will now take place from 15th – 16th June 2021 at DWTC, Dubai. The exhibition, initially planned for March this year, was postponed to […]

Leading PR and marketing agency, TishTash has relaunched its talent division with an exclusive focus on representing women across media, entrepreneurship and industry. ‘Unapologetically female’ – TishTash is the female owned and female run, market leading boutique communications agency specialising in beauty, health and wellness, with little sister TishTash Tots dominating the kids/family focused sector. […]

Kia’s flagship SUV, the all-new Sorento, has made a strong start to the year, being named ‘Large SUV of the Year’ at the 2021 What Car? Car of the Year Awards. Up against worthy competition in the Large SUV category, the What Car? judging panel chose the Sorento for its impressive fuel economy, driving dynamics, […]

Irish fintech firms who are leading the charge with innovation in fintech globally, are increasingly looking to the Middle East to invest in and expand their services to. One such firm, internationally leading Global Shares has boosted its investment in the region and opened an office in Saudi Arabia’s capital, Riyadh. The company – which […]

LVL, formerly Switch & Co., the UAE, home grown, wellbeing company, announces a series of insight led campaigns on key wellness dates throughout 2021. The LVL Togetherness Series will support corporate clients to engage their staff and tackle the growing issue of employee wellbeing, together. The series will roll out on the brand new LVL […]

World No 1 and 2020 Masters Champion Dustin Johnson sits atop the leader board after a third round 66 placed him at 13 under par and two clear of France’s Victor Perez who sits in solo second. Johnson, who won the inaugural Saudi International powered by Softbank Investment Advisers in 2019 and finished runner up […]

AFRICAZINE, one of the most widespread websites in the African continent has published a detailed report on the historic mission of the Hope probe as part of the Emirates Mars Mission (the Hope Probe) to reach Mars. The report confirmed that the Hope Probe, developed by Emirati minds to carry out the first Arab Mars […]

For the effectiveness of the enhanced consumer plan, DX is essential. They are eventually enhancing the cumulative CX by increasing the multimedia platforms. They have to continuously gather consumer reviews through the digital world to maximize the DX. Locating customer engagement data helps us to understand where friction points exist on the customer path so […]

Emirates Green Building Council (EmiratesGBC), an independent forum aimed at conserving the environment by strengthening and promoting green building practices, today has announced a major milestone to strengthen the participation and leadership of women in the field of sustainability in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region with the launch of the EmiratesGBC Women’s […]

“Denali” is the highest mountain peak in North America. And, with mountain-high standards, in the Automotive world, “Denali” has represented the pinnacle of GMC’s premium design, authentic materials and extensive expertise, for over 20 years. While all GMC vehicles bring a premium driving journey, the Denali trim offers a first-class experience. And then, there is […]