Africa

Sheikh Hamdan highlights UAE’s commitment to technological transformation, AI partnerships with Google

Google established its Dubai offices in 2008, supporting the UAE’s digital transformation journey since then

Dubai climbs to 4th globally, leads GCC, Arab World & Asia in 2025 smart city index

Eight-place jump reflects commitment to digital transformation, innovation, and enhanced quality of life for all residents

Saudi Arabia leads MENA IPO market as proceeds reach $2.4 billion with 106 percent YoY growth

Saudi Arabia recorded 12 out of 14 listings in the MENA region during this quarter

Visa and Whish Money partner to elevate digital payment solutions across Lebanon, international markets

The collaboration enables Whish Money to integrate Visa’s advanced payment technologies for improved services

Saudi flynas plans IPO with 51.26 million ordinary shares, 30 percent of total capital

IPO will include 33.83 million existing shares sold by current shareholders and treasury stock 

Dubai’s Jafza celebrates 40 years and $30 billion in investment as key trade hub in emirate

Sheikh Hamdan emphasizes Jafza's importance in Dubai’s developmental journey as a trade hub

Emirates to connect Dubai and China’s Hangzhou with new daily flights starting July 30

The new service will operate with a Boeing 777-300ER, offering 2,478 weekly seats

Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2025 concludes with 55,000 attendees, 16 percent YoY growth

Growth has been achieved across all show verticals, with a YoY increase of 19 percent in the Middle East

Tech entrepreneurs drive shift in Dubai’s prime real estate market

Nearly 20 percent of inquiries come from tech entrepreneurs, startup founders, and digital professionals 

Dubai gold prices reach all-time highs as cultural festivals boost demand

Despite a 13 percent drop in gold jewellery demand, bullion interest remains strong in the country

Arabian Travel Market 2025: Dubai to host largest edition yet with 55,000 attendees

Event is on track to break attendance records, uniting industry professionals from over 161 countries

IMF raises Egypt’s growth forecast to 3.8 percent for 2025, 4.3 percent next year

Adjustment improves upon January forecasts of 3.6 percent and 4.1 percent for the economy