Business & Money | Monday 27 July, 2026 3:06 pm

Over 34,000 building permits issued during H1 2026: MOMAH

The Ministry of Municipalities and Housing (MOMAH) issued more than 34,000 building permits across Saudi Arabia’s various regions during the period from January through the end of June 2026, according to the Saudi Press Agency (SPA). Residential permits accounted for the largest share of the ...

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Business & Money | Monday 27 July, 2026 1:47 pm

Khalifa Fund, Hub71 award Emirati startup founders up to AED100,000

Khalifa Fund for Enterprise Development (KFED) and Hub71, Abu Dhabi's global tech ecosystem, hosted the first MZN Hub71 Demo Day, bringing together the inaugural cohort of 17 Emirati founders, who presented startups developed through the three-month programme. The MZN Hub71 programme Demo Day...

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Business & Money | Monday 27 July, 2026 1:44 pm

DP World completes dredging ahead of schedule at Senegal’s Port of Ndayane

DP World has reached a major construction milestone at the Port of Ndayane with the completion of major dredging works 13 months ahead of schedule, marking one of the most significant engineering milestones in the development of Senegal’s future deep-water port. More than 1,000 people are...

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Business & Money | Monday 27 July, 2026 1:42 pm

DET, Julius Baer launch alliance to advance Dubai's position as global hub for private wealth

The Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism (DET) has signed a strategic agreement with Swiss wealth manager Julius Baer (Middle East) Ltd. to mobilise its global network and support the growing interest among international investors, business owners, and family offices in establishing and...

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Business & Money | Monday 27 July, 2026 1:41 pm

Ajman Chamber, South African Consulate discuss strengthening economic cooperation

Salem Al Suwaidi, Director-General of Ajman Chamber of Commerce & Industry, met with Ndhuma Richard, Acting Head of the South African Consulate, to discuss ways of strengthening economic cooperation, expanding bilateral trade and investment, and exploring opportunities for cooperation in the...

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Business & Money | Monday 27 July, 2026 1:38 pm

du powers UAE’s first sovereign cloud platform through National Hypercloud for Dubai Taxi Company

du has announced the successful deployment of its du Tech's National Hypercloud platform for Dubai Taxi Company PJSC (DTC), a leading provider of comprehensive mobility solutions and Dubai's largest taxi operator. The milestone marks the completion of the UAE transport sector's first...

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Business & Money | Sunday 26 July, 2026 4:40 pm

Al Rajhi Capital launches fifth indirect finance fund worth over SAR 1.8B

Al Rajhi Capital launched its fifth indirect financing fund, with assets exceeding SAR 1.8 billion, The move reflects investor confidence in the investment solutions that the company provides in the indirect financing sector.  The fund invests in personal financing portfolios originated...

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Business & Money | Sunday 26 July, 2026 4:38 pm

Housing Ministry: 63,000 Saudi families become homeowners in H1 2026

More than 63,070 Saudi families moved into their first homes in the first half of 2026, including about 12,000 in June, the Ministry of Municipalities and Housing said. In a statement, the ministry said about 48,630 Saudi families benefited from the Sakani housing program during the six-month...

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Business & Money | Sunday 26 July, 2026 4:35 pm

Ajman Arbitration Centre, Higher Institute for Legal Training sign MoU

The Ajman Arbitration Centre at the Ajman Chamber has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Emirates Association for Lawyers and Legal Professionals and its training arm, the Higher Institute for Legal Training, to foster scientific and professional cooperation in legal fields,...

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Business & Money | Sunday 26 July, 2026 4:32 pm

Dubai aviation, environment authorities deepen cooperation on sustainability

The Dubai Civil Aviation Authority (DCAA) and the Dubai Environment and Climate Change Authority (DECCA) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) aimed at strengthening cooperation between the two entities. The agreement supports the development of strategic partnerships and reinforces...

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