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ALAIN, 18th May, 2026 (WAM) — Silal Group, the UAE’s leading agri-food and technology group, celebrated the graduation of the inaugural Cohort of the “Future Innovators Programme”. The programme is organised annually by the Advanced AgriTech Academy under Innovation Oasis, Silal Group’s research and development hub in Al Ain dedicated to advancing agricultural technology and innovation. The programme is a specialised national initiative aimed at empowering emerging Emirati agricultural innovators through practical experience, advanced scientific knowledge, and real-world applications. It is delivered in collaboration with the Department of Government Enablement – Abu Dhabi (DGE), United Arab Emirates University, and Mawaheb,…
ABU DHABI, 18th May, 2026 (WAM) — In a move that reflects the accelerating transition toward an integrated government model, the Telecommunications and Digital Government Regulatory Authority (TDRA) announced that the new version of the UAE Government’s official platform (U.ae) achieved a significant milestone, attracting more than 11 million users over the past 12 months. These results demonstrate the success of the UAE leadership’s forward-looking vision in delivering a proactive and agile government model that serves as a unified gateway, ensuring seamless and direct access to services provided by various government entities. Data also revealed that the platform recorded more…
Have you missed our special guest? The May 15 edition of TahawulTech Friday Brief featured Muhammad Affan, Director of IT at Sharjah Maritime Academy, in conversation with Sandhya D’Mello, Technology Editor, CPI Media Group, and Daniel Shepherd, Deputy Editor, Technology Division. The discussion explored how AI-enabled smart campuses, cybersecurity, secure digital infrastructure and digital leadership are shaping the future of education and enterprise resilience. If you missed the live session, you can still catch the key insights and join the conversation. Watch the LinkedIn Live replayTahawulTech Friday Brief | May 15 Edition Stay connected. Stay informed. Source: Tahawul Tech
The Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Library Foundation has launched the “Dubai Archive” project in collaboration with five government entities, marking a key step toward advancing digital governance. The initiative seeks to document and preserve Dubai’s history, institutional records, and cultural heritage, ensuring the nation’s memory is safeguarded for future generations through integrated digital archiving systems. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels. As part of the pilot phase, the Foundation signed five cooperation agreements with key government bodies, including Dubai Municipality, the Mohammed bin Rashid Housing Establishment, the Islamic Affairs and Charitable Activities…
ABU DHABI, 18th May, 2026 (WAM) — ADGM, the international financial centre of Abu Dhabi, has reported a strong start to 2026, underscored by continued expansion across its financial ecosystem and sustained global investor confidence. Surpassing a major milestone, with total active licences exceeding 13,353, of which 961 were in the first quarter of 2026 alone, ADGM has reinforced its position as the MEASA region’s largest financial centre by this metric. March 2026 also recorded a 5.2% increase in new active licences compared to March 2025, further demonstrating sustained demand and continued business confidence in ADGM. The financial centre has…
Described as an “exceptional visual and cultural document of the relationship between people and camels,” Sheikha Latifa bint Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Chairperson of Dubai Culture and Arts Authority, has launched Ode to a Camel, a new book featuring her photographs documenting camel culture, desert life, and Emirati heritage. The launch ceremony took place at Dubai Mall on May 16 and was attended by Sheikh Hamad bin Mohammed bin Hamad Al Sharqi and Sheikh Rashid bin Mohammed bin Hamad Al Sharqi, sons of Sheikh Mohammed bin Hamad Al Sharqi, Crown Prince of Fujairah, along with artists, intellectuals, and cultural…
ABU DHABI, 18th May, 2026 (WAM) — Special Olympics UAE has announced a comprehensive athlete health programme to be delivered as part of the second edition of the UAE Games 2026, taking place from 6th to 10th June 2026 in Abu Dhabi. The Games will bring together athletes with intellectual and developmental disabilities from across the UAE, with the aim of supporting athlete health and advancing their overall well-being and quality of life. The 2026 edition is expected to welcome more than 1,000 athletes competing across a diverse sports programme that builds on the success of the inaugural Games, further…
BANGkok,18th May, 2026 (WAM) — The United Arab Emirates, represented by the Emirates Association for Occupational and Community Health, is strongly participating in the joint conference of the 34th Congress of the Medical, Health and Professional Association (OHSWA) and the 53rd International Conference of the MEDICHEM Organisation, currently held in the Thai capital Bangkok from 18 to 20 May, amid a wide international presence that includes a group of the most prominent scientists, experts and executives of the World Occupational Health Organisation. Professor Dr. Nahyan Helal, President of the Emirates Society for Occupational and Community Health and Member of the…
DUBAI, 18th May, 2026 (WAM) — CFI Financial Group has launched more than 40 local stocks listed on the Dubai Financial Market (DFM). The integration enhances market accessibility by connecting investors directly to leading UAE-listed companies across sectors such as real estate, banking, logistics, telecom, and utilities. “This is more than just a product launch, it’s a signature moment for investors in the UAE,” said Ziad Melhem, CEO of CFI Financial Group. “Through CFI, we are delivering on our promise of accessibility, transparency, and market innovation. We want every client to experience the power of investing in the region’s future,…
Dubai Police has secured a Guinness World Record for achieving the “largest attendance for a virtual meeting worldwide”, after bringing together 9,348 employees in a single online gathering titled Front Line Heroes. The record surpasses the previous benchmark set by Guinness World Records, which required a minimum of 5,000 participants for a virtual meeting to qualify for official recognition. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp channels. The achievement was formally recognised at the Dubai Police General Headquarters, where Major General Dr Saleh Abdullah Murad, Assistant Commandant for Administration Affairs, received the official Guinness World…