ABU DHABI / WAM Numou, a subsidiary of ADGM, the international financial centre of Abu Dhabi, has launched Procurement Financing, a flagship initiative that enables SMEs with government or corporate contracts to seamlessly access funding. The new solution links guaranteed contract demand with accessible financing, bridging government procurement opportunities with lender support via Numou’s digital platform. Procurement Financing will allow ...

RAS AL KHAIMAH / WAM Marjan, the master developer of freehold properties in Ras Al Khaimah, and RAK Hospitality Holding (RAKHH), the government-owned investment and development arm in the emirate, have announced a landmark strategic merger to create a unified entity operating under Marjan. This strategic merger combines world-class hospitality expertise with visionary land development strategies to form a dynamic, ...

ABU DHABI / WAM Under the patronage of President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, the 19th edition of the Al Dhafra Festival will be launched by the Abu Dhabi Heritage Authority as part of the Camel Mazayna Season in Abu Dhabi. The festival will run from 27th October 2025 until 22nd January 2026. This year’s edition features ...

RAS AL KHAIMAH/WAM H.H. Sheikh Saud bin Saqr Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Ras Al Khaimah, today received Duma Gideon Boko, President of Botswana, and his accompanying delegation at his palace in the Saqr bin Mohammed City. The meeting was attended by H.H. Sheikh Mohammed bin Saud bin Saqr Al Qasimi, Crown Prince of Ras Al Khaimah. ...

ABU DHABI/GULF TIME ADCOOP, a leading food retailer in the UAE and the retail arm of MAIR Group PJSC, showcased major milestones during Global Food Week (GFW) at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre (ADNEC). The event marked a defining moment in ADCOOP’s transformation; celebrating its unification under one brand and the launch of new initiatives that reinforce its commitment ...

SHARJAH / WAM Menassah Distribution Company continues to strengthen its role in the Arab cultural scene and support Emirati publishers through participation in regional book fairs, reaffirming its commitment to promoting local publishing and literary creativity. The company is taking part in the Fujairah Children’s Book Fair, organised under the patronage of HH Sheikh Mohammed bin Hamad bin Mohammed Al ...

ABU DHABI / WAM The UAE Media Council has launched the “Amen” digital platform to empower the public to monitor and share feedback on media content published in the UAE. The initiative reflects the belief that society is a key partner in safeguarding the media landscape and preserving its values. Amen seeks to foster community engagement to build a responsible, ...

DUBAI / WAM The final qualifying round for the Community Champion title as part of the 9th Arab Reading Challenge, the world’s largest Arabic literacy and reading initiative, kicked off in Dubai. Winners of the top 3 places will be determined during this round, with the overall Arab Reading Champion announcement to take place during the Challenge’s concluding ceremony, which ...

FUJAIRAH / WAM HH Sheikh Hamad bin Mohammed Al Sharqi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Fujairah, affirmed that building a strong, cohesive, and happy family is the fundamental pillar for establishing an integrated society that takes pride in its national identity, promotes positive values, and thrives in support of sustainable economic development. HH Sheikh Hamad bin Mohammed made his ...

ABU DHABI/AD MEDIA OFFICE Under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister, Chairman of the Presidential Court, and Chairman of the Abu Dhabi Agriculture and Food Safety Authority (ADAFSA), His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice Chairman of the Presidential Court for Special Affairs, today witnessed the inauguration of ...