SHARJAH/WAM The inaugural Sharjah Festival of African Literature (SFAL) will feature over 37 celebrated Emirati and African authors, including Nobel laureates, representing more than 10 nations. Running from January 24 to 27  at University City, Sharjah, the festival aims to highlight Africa’s creative heritage and deepen its connections with the Arab world. At the heart of the festival, organised by ...

SHARJAH/WAM Air Arabia has announced the launch of its new non-stop flights to Addis Ababa, the capital city of Ethiopia. Starting January 30, the new service will connect Sharjah International Airport with Addis Ababa Bole International Airport with a frequency of three times a week on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays. Adel Al Ali, Group Chief Executive Officer, Air Arabia, commented, ...

DUBAI/WAM Officials participating in the 17th session of the international trade fair “Arab Plast 2025” emphasised the significance of the UAE as a key hub for global companies in these sectors to expand their reach in regional and global markets. During the exhibition, which runs until January 9, representatives from international pavilions told the Emirates News Agency (WAM) that global ...