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Dubai, UAE, March 31, 2026: du, the leading telecom and digital services provider, held its Annual General Assembly Meeting at its headquarters in Dubai Hills Business Park 2, Dubai. At the meeting, shareholders approved the financial statements for the year ended 31 December 2025 and endorsed the Board of Directors; recommendation to distribute a cash dividend of AED 1.8 billion for the second half of 2025. This brings the total cash dividends for 2025 to AED 2.9 billion. With a dividend of AED 40 fils per share for the second half of the year, du’s total cash dividend for 2025 reaches AED 64 fils per share, marking a new benchmark in

Elon Musk’s SpaceX has entered discussions with Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund (PIF) for a potential $5 billion anchor investment in the space company’s highly anticipated IPO, according to sources familiar with the talks. The move signals a potential deepening of the relationship between the Saudi sovereign wealth fund and Musk’s portfolio of tech companies. […] The post Saudi Public Investment Fund in Talks for $5 Billion Anchor Investment in SpaceX’s Mega-IPO first appeared on MENA Startup Digest.

Dubai-based tech and AI training company, AGN IT Services, has launched a structured AI Readiness Framework aimed at guiding the UAE’s Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) through the complexities of adopting artificial intelligence. The new training, called “Confusion to Clarity AI Readiness & Governance Training,” provides a practical roadmap for businesses looking to implement AI […] The post UAE’s AGN IT Services Launches AI Framework to Demystify Adoption for SMEs first appeared on MENA Startup Digest.

du, a leading telecom provider in the UAE, has announced a new business continuity initiative aimed at strengthening support for the country’s small businesses, startups, and founders. The program is designed to deliver reliable and uninterrupted connectivity to ensure operational resilience for enterprises. Quick Facts Target Audience: UAE-based SMEs and startups. Initiative Focus: Business continuity […] The post du Unveils New Initiative to Boost Connectivity for Startups and SMEs in UAE first appeared on MENA Startup Digest.

In a move to drive innovation from within, Crédit Agricole du Maroc has launched a new intrapreneurship program designed to empower its employees to develop new banking solutions. The initiative aims to harness the internal expertise of its staff to create a sustainable pipeline of new products and services. Quick Facts New program to foster […] The post Morocco’s Crédit Agricole Taps Employee Talent with New Intrapreneurship Program first appeared on MENA Startup Digest.

Egypt’s National Council for Women has launched a specialized entrepreneurship training program, “Rabha,” aimed at boosting the economic participation of women. The initial session included 17 female entrepreneurs with existing projects or developing business ideas, marking a significant multi-stakeholder effort to build capacity for female founders in the country. Quick Facts Initial cohort includes 17 […] The post Egypt’s Rabha Program Kicks Off to Train and Empower Women Founders first appeared on MENA Startup Digest.

Tunisian aerospace pioneer Avionav has officially expanded its manufacturing capabilities into the rotary-wing sector, successfully assembling the first helicopter ever produced on Tunisian soil. This achievement marks a significant diversification for the firm, which has built a global reputation for the design and production of light aircraft. The newly completed helicopter has already been earmarked […] The post Tunisia’s Avionav Achieves Historic Milestone With The Assembly Of Its First Helicopter first appeared on MENA Startup Digest.

Shareholders approved a final dividend of $350 million (10.285 fils per share) for H2 2025, to be paid in April 2026, with the full-year 2025 dividend yield of 5.4% ADNOC Distribution will move to quarterly dividends in 2026, with the first quarterly dividend for Q1 2026 expected to follow the H2 2025 payment, subject to Board approval Extension of ADNOC Distribution;s dividend policy through 2030 received shareholder approval providing continued visibility for shareholders in line with the Company;s policy Since the IPO, the Company has distributed $5.5 billion in dividends and delivered shareholder returns of 112% Abu Dhabi, U

An integrated ecosystem comprising the Abu Dhabi Investment Office (ADIO), Abu Dhabi Customs, ADDED, ADCCI, and ADQCC, aimed at ensuring business continuity across vital sectors. ADEED is launched as the UAE Supply Chain Support Platform to enhance Abu Dhabi and the UAE’s agility, responsiveness, and resiliency in the evolving economic landscape. Abu Dhabi, UAE; 1 April 2026 – Abu Dhabi Investment Office (ADIO) in collaboration with 7X has launched ADEED – the UAE Supply Chain Support Platform, a new strategic initiative designed to strengthen business continuity across Abu Dhabi and the UAE’s with supply chain and trade

Abu Dhabi, 1 March 2026: In a market where performance, presence, and practicality define true value, the Nissan Patrol SE Platinum City continues to set the benchmark for full-size SUVs in the UAE. As one of the region;s most trusted nameplates, the Patrol evolves with a clear purpose: to deliver unmatched capability, enduring reliability, and a driving experience tailored to the needs of modern lifestyles. Available through Al Masaood Automobiles across Abu Dhabi, Al Ain, and the Al Dhafra Region, the Patrol SE Platinum City reinforces Nissan;s legacy in the SUV segment, offering a vehicle that is not only built for the road, but enginee