By Siham Berrached, Managing Director, Emakina Qatar IT and tech has traditionally been a male-dominated industry. This certainly isn’t down to a lack of female talent – rather the fact that historically such industries have always been led by men. In our younger years, it quite uncommon to be influenced by our parents or teachers to pursue a career in …

Air Arabia (PJSC) (DFM:AIRARABIA) shareholders approved the dividend distribution of 8.5 percent of share capital for the financial year ending December 31, 2021, at the company’s Annual General Meeting (AGM) in Sharjah. The dividend, which is equivalent to 8.5 fils per share, mirrors yet another year of record financial performance by the award-winning low-cost carrier. The recommendation of the Board …

This year on women’s day “Strive Tribe” is planning an event based on the theme “LET THEM BLOOM #helpthemtonourish”, on Sunday, 13th of March in Karachi with a different concept of not only celebrating women’s success but also highlighting the acceptance we get from our society. As things are changing internationally, we are also experiencing the change in our society. …

Amid hundreds of renowned international brands, the Dubai International Boat Show – which opened on Wednesday and runs until Sunday – features a range of regional launches as part of its Proudly UAE campaign, which aims to turn the global spotlight on incredible local talents and highlight the country’s rich maritime heritage. UAE heavyweight Gulf Craft is celebrating its 40-year …

Gird yourself to your physical limits, put on an orange headband and T-shirt, and get muddy as the Tough Mudder has returned to the UAE and happening in Fujairah for the first time at Fujairah Adventure Park on Saturday, 19th March 2022. Get family, friends, and colleagues involved in the Tough Mudder challenge that is aimed to foster community and …

marhaba, dnata’s leading global airport hospitality brand, continues to expand its network to provide world-class hospitality and deliver a safe and memorable airport experience for more travellers globally.  marhaba’s newest airport lounge opened at Zürich Airport (ZRH), offering excellent value services to passengers of all airlines and travel classes.  The stylish facility is replacing the popular dnata Skyview Lounge after …

DUBAI/GENTING HIGHLANDS: Tourism Malaysia organised a Familiarisation Trip Programme for a group from Indonesia in a bid to promote Malaysia as a safe holiday destination concerning the reopening of the country’s borders starting 1st April 2022. A total of 9 participants, comprising 5 travel agents and 4 media from the Indonesian market of Jakarta and Medan, were invited for an eight-day …

Rain, a leading cryptocurrency trading platform has announced its official sponsorship of the number #1 ranked football club in the Arabian Gulf League, Al Ain FC. The partnership begins as of March 2022 and will continue until the end of next season 2023. The agreement was signed yesterday at the Al Ain stadium by the CEO of Al Ain FC, …

foodpanda, the leading e-commerce platform, on account of Women’s Day, handed over e-bikes to its female riders. The company celebrated its female employees, vendor partners, riders, and homechefs in an event in which Justice (R) Nasira Iqbal was invited as the Chief Guest. She handed over the bikes to female riders along with Muntaqa Peracha, interim CEO foodpanda, and Hassan …

The Dubai Chamber Sustainability Network Task Force on Waste Management recently organised a webinar informing companies of Dubai Municipality waste disposal fees and advising them on recycling best practices. The webinar, titled The New Waste Disposal Fees and Recycling Solutions to Minimize Waste to Landfill, examined the objectives behind the waste disposal fees and explained how such encourage sustainable waste …