Wamda Capital has invested in start-ups across the Middle East and Africa, including several prominent ventures in the UAE, such as Souq, Careem, e-commerce platform Mumzworld and financial comparison …
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Expats mourn death of former Dubai-based journalist
Veteran UAE-based journalist Jawahar Chhoda, who had been suffering from a lung ailment for a while, breathed his last at 7:30am on Monday at Mumbai’s Raheja Hospital. He was 58. The former Dubai …
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UAE traffic: Tailbacks towards Dubai, avoid these roads – News |
(MENAFN – Khaleej Times) Roads in Sharjah and Dubai are witnessing slow moving traffic on Tuesday morning. Google Maps data showed tailbacks on E311 Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Road near Silicon …
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Sharjah, Fujairah Rulers pardon 473 inmates ahead of Eid Al Adha
Sharjah/ Fujairah: His Highness Dr Shaikh Sultan Bin Mohammad Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, has ordered the release of 400 inmates of different nationalities from the …
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Dubai Chamber membership growth up over 22%
During the first six months of 2019, the Dubai Chamber stepped up efforts to promote Dubai as a global business hub by participating in 60 events in 46 cities around the world. These activities …
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DEWA Invites International Companies to Benefit From Investment Opportunities at WETEX and Dubai Solar Show
DUBAI, United Arab Emirates–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) has invited international companies and organisations specialised in energy, renewable energy, water, the …
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Over 372,000 Emirates passengers to fly from Dubai airport during Eid weekend
Dubai airline Emirates has urged passengers … for economy class in Terminal 3 and separate counters for first and business class. There are also dedicated counters for families travelling …
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Abu Dhabi industrial zone says to waive 75% of charges
Khalifa Industrial Zone Abu Dhabi (Kizad) has waived the charges for over 75 percent of its services, in line with the Abu Dhabi Government directive to encourage further investment into the emirate. …
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Majority of UAE Parents Consider Technology to Be Beneficial to Their Child’s Development
Four in five (80%) parents in the UAE believe technology is a good medium for their child’s development, new YouGov research reveals. Four in five (80%) parents in the UAE believe technology is a good …
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Dubai’s Jetex moves into ultra-luxury concierge services, aircraft sales
Dubai-headquartered Jetex Flight Support has expanded into providing bespoke concierge and travel services tailored to the unique needs of ultra-high net worth individuals, according to CEO Adel …
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UAE- Sri Lanka negotiating inmate transfer – News |
(MENAFN – Khaleej Times) The Sri Lankan government is negotiating with the UAE for the transfer of expat prisoners to the island nation, a top envoy told Khaleej Times in an exclusive interview. …
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Dubai third most affordable city for prime property – News |
(MENAFN – Khaleej Times) Dubai ranks as the third most affordable major global city for purchasing prime residential property, according to the findings of a new survey by Savills. Savills’ World …
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UAE firms launching IPOs abroad a ‘troubling sign’, says Daman Investments chairman
Relatively little IPO activity has taken place locally since late 2017, when Emaar Development sold $1.3 billion in new shares. A number of companies, however, such as Dubai-based payments provider …
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Five Ways The UAE Government Encourages Entrepreneurs
Over the last 40 years, the UAE has successfully diversified its economy to reduce its reliance on the energy industry. As a result, the nation now offers international business opportunities across …
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Princess Haya Dubai news: How the Queen was honoured by huge gesture from Dubai princess
Princess Haya of Jordan, 45, is in London having fled Dubai and is currently locked in a legal battle with her estranged husband, billionaire Dubai Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid al-Maktoum. Despite her …
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Princess Haya news: How Sheikh Mohammed was honoured by The Queen, Kate and Prince William
READ MORE: Princess Haya news: Queen received huge gift from Princess’ husband … While Princess Haya did not attend Royal Ascot alongside her husband this June, The Dubai leader won several …
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Explainer: UAE military drawdown raises stakes in south Yemen
DUBAI (Reuters) – Attacks on Yemeni forces that form a core component of the Saudi-led military coalition in the south of the country risk further destabilising Aden, seat of the government, and …
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