The 10-year contract with the government of Botswana includes a national genomics program and will digitize health records and bolster access to medicines.
UAE loses Sh61bn in Kenya exports after Iran war
The decline accelerated after the conflict began, with Kenya’s purchases from the UAE dropping by Sh60.6 billion, or 49.4 percent, to Sh62.2 billion between March and June. The imports halved from …
UAE, Egypt announce US$500 million 5-year wheat supply agreement
The agreement is a clear example of how targeted financing can support long-term economic partnerships and strengthen trade ties between the UAE and Egypt …
UAE strongly condemns ‘heinous’ terrorist attack in Nigeria
An armed group posted a video showing what residents said were about 600 women, children and older people abducted during an attack on a mosque …
Dubai airport reports sharp decline in traffic due to Iran war
Dubai airport reports sharp decline in traffic due to Iran war’s effects – Flight operations across the United Arab Emirates and the wider Gulf faced closures and restrictions after the US and Israel …
Crypto Update: Pepeto Announces Fast Stage Sellout While Solana Price Prediction Points to $250
The timing makes it louder: green is all across the crypto market, and among the coins leading the rally is Solana, as the Solana price runs near $97 after a 27% weekly jump, and the top Solana price …
Sharjah Calligraphy Biennial selects 297 works for 12th edition
The selection committee of the Sharjah Calligraphy Biennial has completed its review and classification of works submitted to the general exhibition competition for the event’s 12th edition.Organised …
UAE sets new tax reporting rules for multinational companies
UAE Ministry of Finance issues new Pillar Two tax reporting rules for multinational companies, detailing which UAE entities must file the Pillar Two Information Return with the FTA starting from finan …
Dubai airport traffic falls in second quarter, but recovery builds through June
Passenger traffic at Dubai International—one of the world’s busiest international aviation hubs—fell 30% in the second quarter from the first, as the Iran war disrupted Gulf aviation.
Why Dubai has become a city of retail traders
In this week’s Fortune Gulf Brief.
dnata launches integrated cargo command centre in Dubai
Cargo Integrated Command Centre in Dubai, using real-time data and digital tools to improve cargo visibility, resource coordination and operational efficiency across DXB …
Dubai Airports made no layoffs during regional conflict, says CEO
Paul Griffiths sees passenger traffic reaching the 70 million range in 2026 and 100 million next year, with slower growth due to the regional conflict …
Sharjah records lowest road fatality as Dubai ranks highest on driver training in study
A study has found that Sharjah performs strongly on road safety, Abu Dhabi scores well for driving behaviour, and Dubai came out on top in driver training. The UAE Best Driver Index, prepared by Bin …
NYU Abu Dhabi researchers develop 3D-printed gastric stent technology
NYU Abu Dhabi develops BRIDGE biodegradable 3D-printed gastric stent to improve drainage and flexibility in treating post-weight-loss surgery gastric leaks, potentially avoiding removal procedures …
Five major Arabic concerts set to take over Abu Dhabi stages
Five major concerts will take over Etihad Arena and Space42 Arena in Abu Dhabi between 28th August and 17th October.Bringing together some of the region’s biggest names, the line-up spans Egyptian pop …
A secret military island near Abu Dhabi is testing weapons – but what exactly are they preparing for?
Located roughly 100 kilometers outside Abu Dhabi, XRANGE is a private military test island operated by EDGE Group and built for testing advanced defense technology away from populated areas. The range …
UAE developer starts reconstruction of Abu Dhabi island left untouched for decades
The man-made Lulu Island was built in the 1992 to serve as a breakwater against high-tides. The island is only accessible by boat, but after years of idleness, the ghost island is set to be reimagined …