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Abu Dhabi, UAE – April 9, 2026 – The Abu Dhabi Public Health Centre (ADPHC) has announced the launch of a new competency-based regulatory framework under the Qudorat Program for the registration of occupational safety and health (OSH) practitioners and service providers, in a step towards enhancing professional competency standards and reinforces workplace safety across the emirate. The framework aims to assess and register specialists in occupational safety and health according to clear and approved standards, ensuring the readiness of the workforce in this field and supporting regulatory compliance in the workplace. The move
World Champion seeks to extend perfect start to his 2026 season UAE Team Emirates-XRG bring cobbled specialists for Monument test News | Team -10th April 2026 UAE Team Emirates-XRG arrive in Paris with all focus on the cobbled chaos of Paris-Roubaix, a race renowned for pushing riders to their absolute limit. After a spectacular start to the spring classics campaign, with victories at Strade Bianche, Milano-Sanremo, and Ronde van Vlaanderen, the team head into one of cycling;s most revered races full of confidence. Known as ‘The Hell of the North’, Paris-Roubaix is a monument like no other. The unforgiving cobbled ro
Spring meetings to discuss global economic outlook, financial stability and international partnerships Abu Dhabi, UAE, 10 April 2026 The United Arab Emirates is participating in the Spring Meetings of the World Bank Group and the International Monetary Fund, which will be held in Washington, D.C., from 13 to 18 April 2026. The UAE delegation is led by His Excellency Mohamed bin Hadi Al Hussaini, Minister of State for Financial Affairs, and includes a number of senior government officials. The delegation will take part in meetings of the World Bank, the IMF, and the Group of Twenty. The meetings aim to discuss a range of globa
Abu Dhabi, 07 April 2026: The Ministry of Culture has launched the fifth cycle of the National Grant Programme for Culture and Creativity, one of the UAE’s flagship national initiatives dedicated to supporting Emirati creatives and enabling them to develop impactful cultural and creative projects. The launch of the new cycle reflects the Ministry’s ongoing commitment to fostering an enabling environment for national talent, providing opportunities to transform innovative ideas into tangible projects that deliver cultural and societal impact. His Excellency Mubarak Al Nakhi, Undersecretary of the Ministry of Culture, said: &l
Total transactions reached AED 66 billion across 13,518 transactions Sales and purchases drove the majority of activity, totalling AED 50.97 billion (up 228.6%), while mortgage transactions reached AED 15.03 billion (up 53.4%). Development activity continued to expand, with 16 new projects registered Hudayriyat Island emerged as the top-performing area with AED 11.97 billion in transactions, followed by Reem Island (AED 9.45 billion) and Saadiyat Island (AED 8.8 billion). Strong demand continues to outpace supply, emphasising the market strength Foreign direct investment saw growth of 423%, reaching AED 8.27 billion from inve
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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