The Aviation Club, Dubai’s premier health club and wellness focused centre in the heart of old Dubai, has launched a Swim Academy in partnership with Movement & Me. The ‘Swim For You’ programme is heaven-sent for every aquaphile; whether the goal is to improve your swimming technique, live a healthier and more active lifestyle, or […]

Dubai Culture and Arts Authority announced that its public libraries had won the Excellence Award in the ‘I Know” initiative launched by the Arab Federation for Libraries and Information (AFLI), the largest professional and scientific union for libraries and information In the Arab world. The award honours libraries that engaged with the COVID-19 crisis, their […]

dnata, one of the world’s largest air services providers, has donated three pieces of cargo handling equipment to Dubai-based International Humanitarian City (IHC), the largest humanitarian hub in the world, to support the organisation in facilitating rapid relief and first responses to crises, including the COVID-19 pandemic, at a global level. dnata has donated a […]

Adam Vital Healthcare Group will be organizing a Q&A session with four specialist doctors from 11am – 12 noon on 8 July 2020. Dr Moza Al Zaabi, the Chief Executive Officer at Adam Vital Group stated, “We are excited to organize this interactive webinar with our specialist doctors who will share their experience on topics […]

in5, an enabling platform for startups and entrepreneurs launched by TECOM Group, today announced that its members have raised more than AED65 million in direct investment, through multiple funding sources such as venture capital funds or angel investors, during the first six months of 2020. After generating more than AED400 million in funding between 2013 […]

Amlak Finance PJSC, a leading specialised Islamic real estate financier, today announced a newly formed partnership with Dubai Land Department (DLD). This strategic cooperation aims at allowing customers to invest in ready and well-maintained properties listed by Amlak Finance via easy instalment payment plans for a tenure of up to six years. The agreement was […]

DMCC – the world’s flagship Free Zone and Government of Dubai Authority on commodities trade and enterprise – has welcomed Lumex to the expanding community of laboratory-grown diamond businesses within the Free Zone. In line with its mandate to attract, facilitate and drive new trade flows through Dubai, DMCC is positioning the emirate as a […]

Ithra Dubai’s iconic One Za’abeel development has achieved a major milestone with The Link accomplishing its final slide at ground level. This part of the structure is now extended to its ultimate length of approximately 189 metres, bracing The Link for its show-stopping engineering feat where it will be lifted 100 metres above ground level […]

Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority, RTA, has joined the ‘Invest in Knowledge’ initiative rolled out by the Mohammed bin Rashid Knowledge Foundation. RTA’s participation in the is part of its support to the Mohammed bin Rashid Knowledge Foundation, MBRKF, which provides an educational and knowledge platform for various community members, especially government employees. “The concept […]

Dubai College of Tourism, DCT, is adapting to the changing global realities by providing a range of innovative virtual internships to students who have just finished their academic year. With the health and safety of students being the key priority of DCT amid current pandemic, the virtual internships were designed to help successful participants of […]

Gate Avenue at Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) has launched an exciting new dining destination, South Market, cementing its position as one of Dubai’s most sought-after lifestyle destinations. More than 9,000 square feet upsale, urban food hall is a buzzing combination of 15 gourmet kitchens and rotating artisan food kiosks offering cuisines from across the […]

The Commercial Compliance Manual, issued recently by the Commercial Compliance & Consumer Protection (CCCP) sector in Dubai Economy as part of its efforts to ensure best practices and competitiveness across business activity in the emirate, highlights five key elements that merchants must adhere to in order to maintain transparency in dealing with consumers as well […]

Kicking off on 9th July as part of Dubai’s highly anticipated summer shopping extravaganza, Dubai Summer Surprises, Al-Futtaim Malls is launching a dedicated shopping zone, Festival Souk, giving customers the chance to shop at a minimum discount of 50% and more across leading brands. With something for everyone, the Festival Souk will be operating in […]

Dubai Sports Council held a medals ceremony for the winners of the Pocari Sweat 10K Run at its headquarters on Sunday with His Excellency Saeed Hareb, Secretary General of Dubai Sports Council, presenting them special-edition commemorative medals. Organised jointly by Dubai Sports Council and Pocari Sweat, which is an Ion supply drink from Japan that […]

The Department of Tourism and Commerce Marketing (Dubai Tourism) hosted a virtual forum for stakeholders and partners to share its industry outlook ahead of the city’s reopening to international tourists on 7 July. The forum provided a first-hand insight into current and post-pandemic strategies that will help accelerate tourism momentum and position Dubai as a […]

The DED Trader licence launched by the Business Registration & Licensing (BRL) sector in Dubai Economy (DED), enabling start-ups in Dubai to conduct business activities online and across social networking accounts, has seen overwhelming response with 1947 licences issued during the first half (January to end of June) of this year, an increase of 83% […]

Working from home can be awesome #WFH is the new normal. Right now, teams who used to work together in an office are learning to work together remotely. Fortunately, technology has allowed everyone to benefit from the flexibility of working from home when it’s needed. Everyone who works from home will tell you that it has its […]

marhaba, dnata’s airport hospitality brand, has reopened two of its popular airport lounges at Dubai International’s (DXB) Terminal 2 and Terminal 3 (Concourse “B”) with enhanced safety measures. Hosted by marhaba’s safety ambassadors, the lounges are open to passengers of all travel classes, inviting them to relax or catch up with work in a safe, […]

Maite Ventura, LaLiga’s Managing Director for the Middle East and North Africa, is confident football will return resilient and stronger from the COVID-19 crisis. The head of Spanish football league’s MENA operations made the statement during a webinar, which was organised by Dubai Sports Council in collaboration with LaLiga, and attracted 169 participants, including top […]

Smart Dubai has released DubaiNow user statistics, revealing that its flagship mobile application had processed 700,000 transactions worth AED358 million between March and May 2020. The application acts as a one-stop shop for city services, allowing users to access more than 120 services across 10 key sectors, namely, security and justice, travel, residency, driving, health, […]

In the past two months, Emirates has processed nearly 650,000 refund requests, returning over AED 1.9 billion to its customers and making good on its promise to expedite refunds after the COVID-19 pandemic disrupted travel plans for millions of customers around the world. In April, Emirates had announced that it would ramp up its refunds […]

Dubai Startup Hub, an initiative of Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry, has announced the successful conclusion of the Market Access programme’s second cohort, which saw several high-potential start-ups joining forces with the leading UAE corporates at a recent business pitching and matchmaking event. The virtual event, held on 17th, 18th and 22nd May, saw […]

A recent report by the Business Registration & Licensing (BRL) sector of Dubai Economy shows that the Naif locality in Dubai has over 12,478 active operating business licences. Of these, 86% of the licences are commercial (10,702), followed by professional (1,578), tourist and industrial licences. According to the report, most of the businesses have been […]

The Dubai Electricity and Water Authority, DEWA, organised a virtual webinar in collaboration with leading global professional services firm PricewaterhouseCoopers, PwC, on “Skills for the future – How future education will be after the outbreak of Coronavirus”. Senior management and more than 120 employees across DEWA’s divisions attended the webinar. Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, MD […]

Dubai Statistics Center (DSC) said today that the real gross domestic product at constant prices of the Emirate of Dubai showed a 3.5% decline in the first quarter of 2020. The emirate’s GDP registered a dynamic growth rate of 2.2% in 2019. The impact of the current worldwide crisis on Dubai in the first quarter […]

Dubai Economy has launched a ‘Market Dialogue’ initiative to broaden its communication with the business community and consumers through advanced technology platform. The virtual dialogue seeks to identify the most prominent challenges faced by businesses, including those related to COVID-19 and its impact, engage with the various business sectors, and propose innovative solutions that contribute […]

With over 200 international and homegrown dining experiences to explore, The Dubai Mall launches Family Fest, the UAE resident’s ultimate summer destination for food and entertainment. Running from today until 7 July 2020, guests can discover amazing offers and entertainment for the whole family for less. Visitors seeking family-friendly flavours, fun and shopping this summer […]

Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC), the leading international financial hub in the Middle East, Africa and South Asia (MEASA) region will implement the new Data Protection Law No. 5 of 2020 from 1 July 2020. The law places Dubai and DIFC at the forefront of data protection in the region, enabling the financial hub to […]

From 1 July, Emirates’ premium customers can once again enjoy the airline’s signature Chauffeur Drive service (CDS) and airport lounge at its Dubai hub with the restart of these services following a full health and safety review. Emirates has implemented a comprehensive set of measures at every step of the customer journey to ensure the […]

THREE Coffee, a new homegrown specialty coffee roaster, has launched in the UAE with one simple mission: to make coffee better through a unique system that matches colour to taste preferences. Finding the perfect cup of coffee requires a lot of trial and error. THREE Coffee has made this process easier and more informative by […]

flydubai, the Dubai-based airline, announced today a partnership with its passengers as the airline prepares to return to the skies following the lifting of the flight restrictions in the UAE. Ghaith Al Ghaith, Chief Executive Officer of flydubai, said: “the effectiveness of the response to the pandemic led by the UAE Government has enabled the […]

His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, today commended talented Emirati youth and the determination of the UAE society for the nation’s optimistic and positive outlook for the near future which will focus on designing integrated and future-oriented strategies, anticipating changes and ensuring readiness to achieve […]

Residents spending time in Dubai and tourists visiting the city have a lot to look forward to this summer season, as Dubai Festivals and Retail Establishment (DFRE) announces a series of exciting festival campaigns including Dubai Summer Surprises (DSS), Eid Al Adha and Back to School (BTS). DSS will soon begin its 23rdedition, starting on9 […]

Dubai Economy has remained at the forefront of addressing the challenges faced by businesses and the economy of the emirate in general in pursuance to the preventive measures relating to COVID-19. Despite the challenges presented by the pandemic, Dubai Economy continued its efforts in ensuring business continuity and competitiveness in the emirate and strengthening Dubai’s […]

Webinars are becoming extremely popular with businesses for generating new leads. Hosting webinars help build better brand recognition, establish yourself as an authority, and gives a good reason for people to see why they should work with or buy from you. You can organise the best webinar in the world, but if you don’t get […]

Emirates continues to add travel options for customers with the announcement that it will re-start passenger flights to Cairo (from 1 July), Tunis (from 1 July), Glasgow (from 15 July) and Malé (from 16 July). This will bring Emirates’ network to 52 destinations in July, offering travellers convenient connections between the Middle East, Africa, Asia Pacific, Europe […]

Ahlan Lounge @B, located at Terminal 3, Concourse B, near Gate B26 at the Dubai International Airport is now open for guests and transit passengers’. The lounge is launching a new International menu along with a safe experience keeping in mind all the precautions and guidelines. Taking full advantage of the downtime last few months, […]

Road and Transport Authority’s Public Transport Agency, in collaboration with ENOC Group, embarked on a pilot to power its traditional Abras using Biodiesel5. Explaining the initiative, the CEO of RTA’s Public Transport Agency, Ahmed Hashim Bahrozyan, stated that the initiative of using biodiesel to fuel traditional Abras was part of RTA’s endeavours to conserve the […]

The Dubai Gold and Commodities Exchange, DGCX, on Sunday announced that it has partnered with Albilad Capital to provide pricing data for the company’s recently launched Shari’ah compliant, gold-backed Exchange Traded Fund, ETF. The ETF, listed on Tadawul, uses data from the DGCX’s Shari’ah Compliant Spot Gold Contract, DGSG, for its benchmark pricing, and is […]

Dubai Land Department (DLD), in cooperation with Property Finder, launched the third edition of Mo’asher, Dubai’s official sales price index. The base year for Mo’asher is 2012and the base month for the monthly index is January 2012, with the base quarter for the quarterly index beingQ1 2012. The Dubai sales house index increased by 12.1 […]

In support of the continuous efforts towards securing the cyberspace in the Emirate of Dubai, the Dubai Cyber Security Center (DESC) held the fourth annual meeting with government entities in the Emirate of Dubai to discuss preparations for the evaluation of the cyber security indicators included within the fourth generation of the Dubai Government Excellence […]

Dubai Press Club, in collaboration with Emirates Post, announced the issuance of a set of commemorative stamps featuring the ‘Dubai, Capital of Arab Media 2020’ logo. The stampshighlightDubai’s leadership in driving regional media industry growth in line with the vision of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the […]

Dubai Culture & Arts Authority (Dubai Culture) has announced its partnership with CreateNations, under the patronage of Briar Prestidge Trading LLC, as part of its digital campaign #CreateTogether. The campaign by Dubai Culture encourages local & UAE based artists to share their talent through their chosen art form and it has already garnered over 1500 […]

The Business Registration & Licensing (BRL) sector in Dubai Economy has issued 41,252 electronic Memorandum of Association (MOA) and e-MOA addendums from January 2019 to end-May 2020. This is in line with the Federal Decree-Law No. 7 of 2018 by President His Highness Shaikh Khalifa Bin Zayed Al Nahyan amending articles within Federal Law No. […]

Following the successful completion of the National Disinfection Programme in the UAE, Dubai Economy has announced that all economic sectors operating in this stage in the emirate can return to normal working hours as they were before the global outbreak of COVID-19, while adhering to precautionary measures, such as placing physical-distancing stickers, wearing masks and […]

The total value of procurement contracts for members of Dubai SME, the agency of Dubai Economy mandated to develop small and medium enterprise (SME), reached about AED 972.9 million during 2019, of which 48% came from local government entities, 35% from semi-governmental entities, 11% from private sector entities, and 6% from federal government entities. This […]

District 2020, the innovation ecosystem and future of Expo 2020 Dubai, has signed strategic partnerships with Dubai SME and the Mohammed Bin Rashid Innovation Fund (MBRIF) to support its global entrepreneur programme, Scale2Dubai. In line with Dubai and the UAE’s proactive approach to supporting small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and the important role they play […]

The medical industry is fast embracing webinars as a major communications channel to reach out to new patients. In Europe and the US, hospitals and medical centres now organize weekly webinars on various healthcare topics to educate and inform patients on new treatments and procedures. Some of the healthcare entities that have succeeded in webinar […]

ECVV is a trans-border MRO product sourcing platform, especially focusing on 18 Arab countries. In response to the “One Belt, One Road” policy, ECVV launched the Showay Enterprise Service platform in 2015 and two years later, Safebuy services was launched, which is designed to address and resolve the pain points of Middle-East based buyers sourcing […]

His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, has stressed that the UAE’s world-class infrastructure, robust economy, and resilience in the face of challenges give it the ability to rapidly achieve its strategic goals and aspirations for progress and prosperity. Sheikh Mohammed noted that the UAE continues […]

Dubai Judicial Institute (DJI) organised a remote training programme targeting legal professionals to highlight the amendments mentioned in Cabinet Resolution No. (33), issued on 30 April 2020 to amend some provisions of Cabinet Resolution No. (57) 2018 on the regulatory regulations of Federal Law No. (11) 1992 regarding the Civil Procedure Code. The training programme […]

KIKLABB has announced that it now offers registration for Dubai Free Zone and onshore DED trade licences entirely over a smartphone. The new service has been designed to not only make it easier to open a business in Dubai but to transform the way that the licencing industry is traditionally managed. Using the popular messaging […]

Ease of doing business, security and location are the top advantages of doing business in Dubai, according to foreign investors polled during a recent webinar organised by Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry. During the webinar titled, Benefits of Doing Business in Dubai, 51% of participants said they were keen on investing in Dubai due […]

Smart Dubai has published a report titled ‘COVID-19: City Experience Resilience And Impact Report’, which offers a holistic view of the impact caused by the COVID-19 outbreak and outlines its effects on smart services. The report is an initiative from Smart Dubai and aims to facilitate the formulation of a post-COVID-19 strategy, as per the […]

As economic activities return to near-normalcy across Dubai and the UAE, the region’s premier business enabler, Jebel Ali Free Zone (Jafza) has introduced a range of incentives to support its customers and new companies to resume their activities with renewed confidence in the post-COVID-19 environment. In line with the emerging market dynamics, Jafza now offers […]

The highly popular Emirates A380 aircraft will begin serving travellers on flights to London Heathrow and Paris starting from 15 July. This marks the return of Emirates’ flagship aircraft on scheduled services since the pandemic forced the temporary grounding of the airline’s passenger fleet in March. Adel Al Redha, Emirates’ Chief Operating Officer said: “The […]

Every company is looking for new ways to grow their business. Google Adwords, Instagram, Facebook, direct email campaigns, and blogging are now, so yesterday! They have their advantages but have lost their charm. Enter – Webinars. Here are 5 unique ways you can use webinars to jumpstart your marketing outreach: First mover advantage As most […]

Kleindienst Group, developer of The Heart of Europe – the US$5 billion (Dh18.3 billion) master-planned leisure tourism island destination – has started developing a 1-kilometre long innovative and sustainable ‘Raining Street’ project that will offer rainfall throughout the year in the Europe Island surrounded by hotels and resorts, making it a major tourist attraction when […]

The Business Registration & Licensing (BRL) sector of Dubai Economy in co-operation with the Environment, Health and Safety sector in Dubai Municipality (DM), has licensed owners of agricultural and livestock farms in Dubai, covering sheep, livestock, chicken, eggs, milk and agricultural products to display their products at various retail outlets. This cooperation is part of […]

Dubai Investment Development Agency (Dubai FDI), an agency of Dubai Economy, organised a virtual dialogue in cooperation with Ernst & Young (E&Y) where senior representatives from the public and private sectors highlighted the various government stimulus packages and incentives launched to minimise the impact of COVID-19 on foreign investors and the business sector in the […]

Dubai Land Department (DLD) signed an agreement to license and regulate ‘Real Estate Lawyer’ initiative services with Hadef & Partners. The agreement was signed by HE Sultan Butti bin Mejren, Director General of DLD, and Sadiq Jafar, Managing Partner of Hadef & Partners in Dubai, and in the presence of His Excellency Dr. Hadef Al […]

dnata, one of the world’s leading air services providers, has taken several measures to ensure the safety and wellbeing of employees and passengers and provide travellers with confidence and peace of mind when they fly to and from Dubai International airport (DXB). Since the COVID-19 outbreak began, dnata’s expert teams have worked around the clock to […]

Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) Academy and Thomson Reuters MENA have entered into a strategic partnership that aims to substantially boost the knowledge of legal technologies and legal research tools, and their use in the region. The partnership will see Thomson Reuters Legal provide a series of online sessions to legal professionals across the region […]

Dubai Municipality’s Geographic Information Systems, GIS, Centre has launched “Dubai Here”, an electronic system that provides access to geospatial data and maps of the emirate. The new system features 2D and 3D maps of Dubai’s land plots, assets, landmarks, structures and infrastructure facilities, with details ranging from masterplans and interiors of buildings, including commercial and […]

Emirates welcomes the latest air travel protocols that will facilitate international travel for UAE citizens, residents and tourists, and open Dubai to business and leisure visitors from 7 July, while putting in place careful measures to ensure the health and safety of travellers and communities. These protocols for travel into and out of Dubai airports were announced under the […]

Dubai International Marine Club announces the opening of the registration for the Dubai Watersports Summer Week in cooperation with the Dubai Sports Council in implementation of the directives of His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, President of the Dubai Sports Council and the President of DIMC in the response to the decision […]

Dubai’s Department of Tourism and Commerce Marketing (Dubai Tourism) reaffirmed its strong commitment to support its stakeholders in the UAE and across the world through a series of virtual meetings to discuss the current and post-pandemic situation. The meetings specifically reviewed the robust mechanism in place to safeguard the health of residents and visitors, and […]

dnata, one of the world’s largest air services providers, continues to be recognised for achieving the highest safety standards. The International Air Transport Association (IATA) awarded dnata the IATA Safety Audit for Ground Operations (ISAGO) Registration in Iraq, following the successful completion of a comprehensive audit of the company and its ground-handling operations at Erbil […]

Cyber Gear has launched a new portal to showcase the technologies shaping the Fourth Industrial Revolution. According to Sharad Agarwal – CEO of Cyber Gear, “We stand on the brink of a technological revolution that will fundamentally alter the way we live, work, and relate to one another. In its scale, scope, and complexity, the […]

Under the directives of Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum and the follow-up of Crown Prince of Dubai and Chairman of The Executive Council His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, the Supreme Committee of Crisis and Disaster […]

His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, President of the Dubai Civil Aviation Authority, Chairman and CEO of Emirates Airline and Group, and Chairman of flydubai said the decisions to issue new travel protocols for citizens, residents and tourists travelling through Dubai airports and welcome returning residents, under the directives of His Highness Sheikh […]

Dubai Economy is inviting Huawei users to benefit from its smart and innovative ‘Dubai Consumer’ app available on the HUAWEI AppGallery as part of enhancing consumer rights awareness and protection, particularly in the context of the precautionary measures against COVID-19. The Dubai Consumer, the official app of Dubai Economy promoting consumer rights awareness and protection […]

The Dubai Sports Council has decided to honour heroes who were at the frontline of Dubai’s fight against COVID-19 by issuing commemorative medals that celebrates their efforts to contain the pandemic. The medals, which will be given to the winners of upcoming sports events in Dubai, pays homage to the selfless service of Dubai Police […]

Locally-owned supermarket Spinneys today launched its online grocery delivery service in Dubai, building on its partnership with Dubai Economy, which supports initiatives that strengthen online retail services in Dubai. The initiative comes in line with ensuring that the community’s needs for food supplies are met anytime. With the online delivery service, Spinneys is expanding its […]

The difference between a good webinar and a great one boils down to two words – AUDIENCE ENGAGEMENT. There are several tools and software available to help you build excitement and involve the audience to participate in a meaningful way. While Zoom and other applications provide built in audience engagement features like polling, chat, and Q&A, […]

The ‘Thank You’ letter from His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai and Chairman of the Executive Council, addressed to the various work teams in the emirate’s first line of defence, constituted an additional stimulus to the appreciation and encouragement they regularly receives from the leadership, who in […]

UAE’s leading online channel Selfie TV and W2W events & PR have conceptualized an online photography exhibition “View from my window”.  The show includes images submitted from 66 photographers from around the world, the countries represented in the show include, Australia, Canada, India, Pakistan, Sudan, Singapore and UAE. The photographs are weaved together in a […]

Following the success of #CreateTogether, Dubai Culture& Arts Authority’s digital art campaign to attract distinctive creative products from all over the Emirates, the Authority cooperated with ‘Art Painting Lab’ to support #UnitedArtEmirates, a grass-roots art initiative created to unite, inspire and encourage the UAE’s community. Through this cooperation, Dubai Culture will provide a selection of […]

The Dubai Sports Council, in association with Beyond Riyada, will organise a Dubai Sports Academy Online Forum on June 20, 2020, which will discuss the concerns within sports due to COVID-19. New rules, regulations, and requirements will be presented and shared with academies, parents and other attendees including the media. Overall helping assist their return […]

As life springs back to normalcy in the country following weeks of lockdown due to COVID-19, Dubai Sports Council has stepped up its efforts to restore the Emirate’s sports sector to full capacity by announcing two major decisions on Thursday. In the first decision, the Council has allowed fitness centres and gyms, who were operating […]

Emirates today announced it will offer scheduled flights for travellers in 10 more cities: Colombo (from 20 June), Sialkot (24 June), Istanbul (from 25 June); Auckland, Beirut, Brussels, Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City (all from 1 July); and Barcelona and Washington DC (all from 15 July). Emirates’ flights from Sri Lanka, Vietnam and Pakistan, will only carry outbound passengers to the […]

Customers of Dubai Islamic Bank who are looking to drive their very own INFINITI are in luck. Arabian Automobiles, the flagship company of the AW Rostamani Group and the exclusive dealer for INFINITI in Dubai, Sharjah, and the Northern Emirates, has partnered with DIB to put the power of owning an INFINITI in the driver’s […]

Warsan Club – Nakheel’snewest community dining and leisure hub – is now open for businesses, with an exciting range of dining and membership deals for Dubai residents. Warsan Club, located on the edge of the Warsan Village community, is offering a special family membership rate of AED4,620, based on two adults and two children, which […]

Azizi Developments, a leading private developer in the UAE, has noted a substantial surge in demand for its 700+ retail units across its communities in Dubai. Since January 2020, the developer has sold 75 units in MBR City’s Riviera, 40 units in Al Furjan, 19 in Dubai Healthcare City, 6 in Jebel Ali, 5 on […]

TECOM Group, part of Dubai Holding, has lauded the resilience, resourcefulness and readiness of its business partners for supporting the UAE during the COVID-19 pandemic with a heart-warming video acknowledging their vital contributions. The message of solidarity thanks its 6,500 community members across technology, media, education, design, science and manufacturing for underpinning the region’s economic […]

Smart Dubai announced it has onboarded a new partner in the joint Retail Sector Data Project, launched in late 2019 in partnership with Dubai’s Department of Economic Development (Dubai Economy) and other semi-government and private entities. The project outlines a clear vision to decision makers about the changing consumer behaviour and purchasing patterns of citizens […]

Landlords, tenants and business owners dealing with the impact of Covid 19should be informed about their financial obligations under new and existing contracts, according to legal experts speaking at a recent webinar organised by Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry. The webinar, titled Covid-19 and Commercial Leases in the UAE, was attended by 288 participants […]

marhaba, dnata’s airport hospitality brand, further enhanced its offering to help Dubai passengers enjoy a safe, seamless and worry-free travel experience throughout their journey. In addition to its popular Airport Meet & Greet and Chauffeur Services, marhaba also provides innovative Home Check-in and Baggage Disinfection Services, enabling travellers to safely and quickly complete the flight […]

Dubai Culture and Arts Authority announced the opening of registration for the e-learning initiative that aims to provide learning opportunities for creative professionals in Dubai and across the UAE by taking advantage of the training courses available on LinkedIn, the world’s largest professional network. The Authority called on creative talents to enrol in the educational […]

In accordance with the directives of His Highness Sheikh Mansoor Bin Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Chairman of Dubai Sports Council, the Council has announced the resumption of marine and water sports competitions, and a number of events are expected to take place in the coming days off the coast of Dubai and the picturesque […]

Dubai’s COVID-19 Command and Control Centre said the precautionary measures implemented in the emirate to combat COVID-19, and the concerted efforts of the public and private sector as well as the community, have helped Dubai achieve marked progress in curbing the spread of the virus. The sustained implementation of precautionary measures and the public’s continued […]

Dubai International Arbitration Centre (DIAC), an initiative of Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry, recently organised a webinar examining the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic on the arbitration landscape and practical solutions for ensuring the efficiency of dispute resolution. The virtual workshop, entitled Covid-19: Impact on Arbitration: Between Challenges and Practicalities, was joined by 200 […]

A report by the Business Registration and Licensing (BRL) sector of Dubai Economy showed that its Auto Renewal service for businesses recorded a 68 per cent increase among all total renewed licences during the first five months of 2020. Out of 64,605 licences renewed, 44,127 were auto renewed – which also marks a 67% increase […]

Dubai saw exceptional growth in business registration applications. Against all odds, Dubai Customs completed 107,000 business registration requests from January to May, growing 95 percent from 55,000 in the first five months in 2019. There were 358,700 refund requests, 220,700 certificate/report requests, and 146,900 inspection date booking requests in the first five months this year. […]

The Emirates Institute for Banking and Financial Studies has been initiating and conducting various live virtual instructor-led trainings and webinar sessions to support the community amidst the COVID-19 situation. As part of this, the EIBFS recently conducted its first webinar session titled, “Don’t Waste a Good Crisis!” which discussed how the disruption due to COVID-19 […]

His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, has launched the New Media Academy to prepare a future workforce capable of leading the rapidly growing field of digital marketing. Also present were H.H. Sheikh Maktoum bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Deputy Ruler of Dubai, H.H. Sheikh […]

The Dubai Diamond Exchange, DDE, is open for business and ready to host regular activities, including tenders, in line with the easing of restrictions across the Emirate, it was announced today. In a statement, DDE said the facility where it is located, DMCC (the world’s flagship Free Zone and Government of Dubai Authority on commodities […]

Dubai Entrepreneurship Academy, the educational arm of Dubai SME, has demonstrated a remarkable level of resilience and digital readiness following the precautionary measures against COVID-19 in the UAE. Offering a series of training, consultancy and crisis management programmes remotely for entrepreneurs and startups, the Academy contributed significantly to the comprehensive support package of Dubai SME, […]

The Dubai Financial Services Authority (DFSA) along with Deloitte Middle East published “A Market Overview of Custody for Digital Assets” with the aim of highlighting the importance of digital asset custodians and the key role they play in the future of digital asset adoption. The paper aims to frame the current digital custody landscape, the […]

Dubai Airport Freezone Authority (DAFZA) has signed a Memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the Arab-Brazilian Chamber of Commerce (CCAB) with the aim of onboarding the Chamber as an HTMC service partner, during a webinar held by CCAB on June 10. The MoU signing ceremony was attended by Ms. Amna Lootah, DAFZA’s assistant director-general, and Mr. […]

Launched jointly with the Dubai Future Council on Logistical Services, Dubai Future Foundation (DFF) has published its latest report titled ‘Life After COVID-19: Logistics’, with a spotlight on the future of the logistics sector amid COVID-19. The report discusses the challenges and opportunities faced by the industry considering the various stages of global societal lockdowns and the […]

The Business Registration and Licencing (BRL) sector of Dubai Economy and Commercial Bank of Dubai (CBD) have joined hands to provide exclusive banking services for DED Trader licence holders. The initiative enables startups in Dubai to leverage online and social media for business growth. With the DED Trader smart banking solutions, DED Trader licence holders […]

Based on the directives of Dubai’s Supreme Committee of Crisis and Disaster Management, Dubai Sports Council has announced the reopening of swimming pools and water sports activities in the Emirate of Dubai. Dubai Sports Council has issued a detailed list of conditions, developed in cooperation with relevant authorities, that need to be met by aquatic […]

As part of its keenness to facilitate the completion of real estate registration transactions – buying, selling, and other transactions – with record speed, and enabling the appropriate investment climate for the real estate sector, Dubai Land Department (DLD) provided a team to work directly from the real estate registration trustee centres. The team includes […]

The Commercial Compliance & Consumer Protection (CCCP) sector in Dubai Economy received 1,404 consumer complaints on the e-commerce sector during May, which was 228% higher than the complaints received in the same period last year (428 complaints). Of the total complaints, 94% were submitted through the smart channels of Dubai Economy, with 64% via the […]

Cyber Gear and Digitly are jointly organizing the webinar entitled, “Growing Online During A Global Pandemic Even If Everyone Else Seems To Be Failing” on 16 June at 11 am (UAE Time). The webinar is going to cover 15 niches and topics that more than 10x’d in the UAE due to COVID-19 over the last […]

Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC), the leading international financial hub in the Middle East, Africa and South Asia (MEASA) region, has welcomed back clients, visitors, retailers and restauranteurs at the Centre. The health and safety of the DIFC community remains the utmost priority. The Centre will continue to enforce strict pre-cautionary measure as per Dubai […]

His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai and Chairman of The Executive Council delivered the keynote address at a virtual high-level event held to launch the Roadmap for Digital Cooperation chaired by the United Nations SecretaryGeneral Antonio Guterres. His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed praised the UN’s efforts […]

Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry recently kicked off a webinar series providing African business leaders and entrepreneurs with useful information about doing business in Dubai, and promoting Dubai as an ideal hub for African companies. The Benefits of Doing Business in Dubai series was organised by the Chamber’s representative offices in Africa and attended […]

Dubai property developer Nakheel has announced the increase in demand for villas, with sales worth AED223 million in the last three months, as buyers look for more indoor and outdoor living space to adapt to the ‘new normal’. According to a press release issued by the company today, Nakheel has sold 70 villas with a […]

Most school children in UAE are required to continue their education from home through online learning due to security measures taken to curb the spread of COVID-19. But a substantial number of these students do not have access to a home computer. Through ‘Education Uninterrupted’ campaign, VFS Global, the world’s largest visa outsourcing and technology […]

Dubai-based provider of worldwide smart end-to-end supply chain logistics, DP World, with a global network of 123 business units in 54 countries, has announced the completion of its acquisition of a 51% stake in TIS Container Terminal in the Port of Yuzhny, Ukraine. This follows satisfaction of specific conditions including confirmation of regulatory approval from […]

To help stranded Egyptians get home, Emirates plans to operate four flights between Dubai and Cairo on 14,18,19 and 21 June. Customers can also connect to these flights in Dubai from any destination on Emirates’ current network of 30 destinations in the GCC, Asia Pacific, Europe and the Americas. Flights can be booked on emirates.com, via travel agents, Emirates […]

Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry and Amazon recently held a joint webinar that highlighted the benefits and competitive advantages of selling online in the current business landscape reshaped by the Covid-19 pandemic. The virtual workshop was attended by 330 participants, representing businesses operating various economic sectors, including retail, electronics and food and beverages, among […]

wasl properties, a subsidiary of wasl Asset Management Group, has announced the grand-prize winner of its annual Ramadan Competition. Karuna Ramadas was deemed the winner receiving the grand-prize scholarship tuition of AED 25,000. The competition, which took place throughout the holy month of Ramadan, aimed to celebrate children’s creativity, highlight their innovation, and reward their […]

Locally-owned supermarketSpinneys today launched its online grocery delivery service in Dubai, expanding its offering and providing customers an easy, convenient way to shop. Renowned for supplying top quality produce and the highest level of customer service, Spinneys promises to deliver not only on the freshness of its offering, but variety, too. The new e-commerce offering […]

Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC), the leading international financial hub in the Middle East, Africa and South Asia (MEASA) region has welcomed Tata Asset Management Limited (TAML) to the Centre. Tata Asset Management is one of the earlier asset management companies in India and is a part of the Tata group that have revenues of […]

The Business Registration and Licensing (BRL) sector of Dubai Economy has announced that its Outsourced Service Centres, which provide services throughout the emirate of Dubai, are operating now at full capacity to provide value-added services to achieve customers’ happiness and facilitate ease of conducting business and commercial activities. As part of the ongoing efforts to […]

Emirates has received approvals to carry passengers on flights to Kabul in Afghanistan, starting from 25 June, taking to 30 the total number of destinations currently offered to travellers. In addition to Kabul, flights to the following cities can be booked on emirates.com or via travel agents: Bahrain, London Heathrow, Manchester, Frankfurt, Paris, Milan, Madrid, Zurich, […]

Dubai Sports Council and Pocari Sweat have roped in two top fitness coaches – Ole Brom and Danil Bornventure – for free live coaching sessions to prepare participants for the PocariSweat 10K Run. Organised jointly by Dubai Sports Council and Pocari Sweat, which is an Ion supply drink from Japan that replenishes and balances body […]

WeMENA, the growing online wholesale marketplace for businesses, today announces a regional industry first – Team Buying. The site – which offers 1000s of wholesale products – is now helping SMEs to join forces and benefit from greater purchasing power and cost savings. WeMENA Teams is another innovation from the UAE-based online wholesale goods platform, […]

With Her Excellency Dr Aisha Bint Butti Bin Bishr, Director General, Smart Dubai, present, the Human Resources Department at Smart Dubai organised an open dialogue session, held remotely, discussing precautions and safety measures Smart Dubai is implementing to ensure a safe return to the office for all employees. The session showcased the successive stages through […]

The Dubai Press Club (DPC), in partnership with Google News Lab, today hosted a live virtual workshop on the tools and techniques that journalists can use to visualise data to create more compelling news stories. The interactive session titled ‘Data Journalism and Visualisation’ was conducted remotely on Google Hangouts. More than 75 journalists and media […]

In line with Dubai Culture and Arts Authority’s, Dubai Culture, efforts to realise the vision of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, to drive the advancement of the emirate’s creative scene and establish Dubai as a global centre for art and culture, an incubator for […]

Top officials from Dubai Sports Council and Dubai Police will headline Wednesday’s forum at Al Nasr Club, alongside representatives from European Tour golf and UAE Football and Basketball Associations, as they discuss precautionary measures and protocols for the safe return of spectators to sports events when competitions resume following weeks of stoppage due to COVID-19. […]

Dubai Chamber processed a total of 152,059 electronic transactions between March and May of this year, at a rate of 50,000 transactions per month, the non-profit public organization has revealed. The latest figures reflect the broader trend of businesses in Dubai accessing government services online amid movement restrictions brought forth in response to the coronavirus […]

Dubai Land Department (DLD), in partnership with Property Finder, launched the second edition of Mo’asher, Dubai’s official sales price index, working to improve and expand it to become an annual, quarterly, and monthly index that includes the Q1 2020 index and the monthly index for 2020 until April. The base year for Mo’asher is 2012, […]

Emirates Official Store has just made shopping for Emirates merchandise even more convenient and rewarding. Emirates Skywards members can now shop online for Emirates branded items using their Skywards Miles as currency. Members can also earn Skywards Miles while shopping, with 1 Mile earned for every $1 spent. With online shopping on the rise, Skywards Members can […]

Palma Holding, one of the most prestigious names in the real estate industry, has announced the release of its AED 365 millionOlivara Residences & Park— the first integrated community in Dubai Studio City. This new project marks the third collaboration between Palma and Hazel Wong, the renowned architect of  Emirates Towers, Silverene Towers, and Serenia […]

Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC), a leading international financial centre and top international business hub in the Middle East, Africa and South Asia (MEASA) region, announced that it has invested in four FinTech start-up companies. The investment reflects the DIFC’s commitment to driving the future of finance and is part of the USD 100 million […]

The Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum International Photography Award, HIPA, announced the winners of its ninth competition, entitled ‘Water’. Australian photographer Jasmine Carey won the grand prize of USD $120,000, while Emirati creativity sparkled with a two-way victory through photographers Yousef bin Shakar Al Zaabi and Rashed Al Sumaiti. Saudi photographers Abdullah Alshathri […]

Benedetta Paravia, author, producer, and co-host of the cross media format (TV, web and inflight) ‘Hi Dubai’, is now joined by the Countess Patrizia Landini in the second season “Hi Emirates”, which has been produced in English and Italian. In this season, ‘Hi Dubai’ changes its name to ‘Hi Emirates’ and narrates how today, the […]

Summer is nearly here. While movement restrictions are slowly easing, many of you may have not ventured out to spend on refreshing your summer wardrobes. Have you ever thought of how much of a difference organising your clothes and accessories will make to your style and overall wardrobe space? A lot of what is always […]

Some of Dubai’s top football academies, including Manchester City, Barcelona and Juventus, have reopened their doors for training after weeks of closure due to COVID-19, while others like Real Madrid, Arsenal, Liverpool and Manchester United are waiting for restrictions to ease on players under the age of 12. Manchester City Football Schools, Barca Academy and […]

P&O Marinas has signed a strategic collaboration agreement with Pindar Yacht Management FZE (PYM), for the development of a water sports academy, a recreational club, an exhibition space and a range of associated marine leisure services and facilities. Under the agreement, PYM will bring its experience as an international sailing business and brand to support […]

ONLY webinars is the new venture launched by Cyber Gear to assist organisations in the region to design, host, and promote webinars online. According to Sharad Agarwal – CEO of Cyber Gear, “Webinars are ideal for boosting brand awareness and legitimacy, turning prospects into customers and increasing revenue. In the post COVID economy, most businesses […]

Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC), the leading international financial hub in the Middle East, Africa and South Asia (MEASA) region, today announced sustained performance in the reinsurance sector. The sector grew by 17.4% in 2019, representing the highest volume of premiums ever written in the market, further reinforcing the Centre’s position as the leading reinsurance […]

Following the UAE Federal Government’s announcement to lift restrictions on transit passengers services, from 15th June Emirates will offer passenger services to 16 more cities on its Boeing 777-300ER aircraft. With travel restrictions remaining in place in most countries, customers are reminded to check entry and exit requirements before their journeys. Flights to the following […]

Keeping in line with its entrepreneurship advocacy efforts, Dubai Startup Hub, an entrepreneurship initiative of Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry, has launched its Banking and Funding Startup series. The first session witnessed the participation of RAKBANK, a member of the Dubai Chamber-led working group on SME banking, represented by MrDhirajKunwar, the Bank’s Managing Director […]

The ‘Ramadan Heroes’ campaign, launched by Dubai Culture & Arts Authority to mark the holy month of Ramadan, recorded a huge success, resulting in the distribution of 50,955 meals to basic services workers across Dubai. The campaign, conceived as an expression of appreciation and gratitude towards the important services these workers provide the community with, […]

The 12th World Chambers Congress in Dubai, originally scheduled for February 2021, has now been postponed to November 2021 to coincide with the new dates for Expo 2020 Dubai, Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry has announced. Co-organised by Dubai Chamber and the ICC World Chambers Federation, the upcoming Congress will now be held on […]

Azizi Developments, a leading private developer in the UAE, has revealed the standing of construction and infrastructure work in Mohammed bin Rashid City’s new landmark destination, Riviera. The first phase of the development now stands at 60%, phase two at 37%, and phase 3 at 22%, while the master developer is making substantial progress in […]

Jebel Ali Free Zone (Jafza), the leading trade and logistics hub announced its readiness to facilitate the full operations of over 8,000 companies through conducting a massive disinfection programme across all its facilities. The area covered for internal fumigation and disinfection of buildings is around 3,300,000 sqm equivalent to 462 soccer fields. The road disinfection […]

Arabian Automobiles, the flagship company of the AW Rostamani Group and the exclusive dealer for RENAULT in Dubai, Sharjah, and the Northern Emirates, has announced an exclusive deal on its one of its best-selling vehicles. The Duster is now being offered at an exceptional starting price of AED47,900, VAT-inclusive. The SUV is distinctive for its […]

Restrictions imposed to contain the Covid-19 outbreak in the UAE have led to significant changes in consumer behaviours in the country, according to new analysis published by Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry. The study, based on Google Trends data, noted that online grocery shopping became the norm for many consumers in the UAE between […]

Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC), the leading international financial hub in the Middle East, Africa and South Asia (MEASA) region, has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with EC3 Brokers to implement a Group Health Insurance Master Policy. The Group Health scheme will be available to over 2,400 active registered firms in DIFC who provide […]

Dubai SME, the agency of Dubai Economy mandated to develop the small and medium enterprise (SME) sector, has rolled out a series of initiatives to support startups and entrepreneurs in Dubai in view of the challenges posed by COVID-19. The support measures, being implemented in line with the directives of the leadership to ensure business […]

The Dubai Sports Council, in cooperation with Dubai Police, is organizing a forum to discuss precautionary measures and protocols for the safe return of fans to sports events in Dubai once competitions resume in the coming period following weeks of stoppage due to COVID-19. Being organised under the slogan, “Your Commitment to Happiness”, the forum […]

The Dubai chapter of The Indus Entrepreneurs (TiE)announced its official participation in TiE Women, a global initiative dedicated to empowering women entrepreneurs across the globe. Through the TiE Women initiative, TiE Dubai aims to provide budding women entrepreneurs in the UAE and the MENA region with a platform to collaborate and showcase their business potential. Under […]

Under the directives received from the Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC), VFS Global, the world’s largest visa outsourcing and technology services specialist for governments and diplomatic missions worldwide, has reopened it’s Canada Visa Application Centre in Dubai with strict health and safety guidelines in place. Located at the Wafi Mall,3rd Floor, 2 Umm Hurair […]

Dubai Chamber members who are trading with markets in Asia are faring better than expected despite business challenges brought forth by the (Covid-19) pandemic, a new report issued by Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry has revealed. The report, entitled Asian Markets: Bright Spots amid the COVID-19 Trade Disruptions and issued to Dubai-based exporters and […]

Emaar Chairman Mohamed Alabbar tells retailers to “be bold” as the UAE gradually comes out of the COVID-19 crisis. In a special virtual conference call with over nine retailers on Sunday hosted by Mohamed Alabbar, the Emaar chairman outlined the group’s outlook for the months ahead and the steps being taken to reassure their clients. […]

Dubai Economy has announced the coordination of an alliance between NRTC Fresh and the InstaShopgrocery delivery App to enable consumers to enjoy same-day delivery of fresh products from the convenience of their home. The initiative comes in response to the growing demand for food and consumables ordered online as well as to meet the growing […]

More than 2,300 students from 6 public schools and 8 private schools in UAE took part in the virtual guided tours of Etihad Museum that were organised by Dubai Culture and Arts Authority via the Dubai 360 website and a virtual meeting platform. The visits highlighted the details of the museum, drawing inspiration from the […]

As the world of sports came to a complete halt due to COVID-19, many of its top stars chose to stay on in Dubai through the lockdown and now, as the world limps towards reopening, they have saluted the Emirate’s exemplary response to the pandemic as well as the top sports facilities available in the […]

H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai and Chairman of Dubai Executive Council, announced an exceptional 4th edition of the Hamdan bin Mohammed Award for Innovation in Project Management featuring a new category titled ‘Innovative Practices in Handling the COVID-19 Pandemic’. With the new category, the Award seeks to […]

The Federal Authority For Government Human Resources, FAHR, has announced return to work in all federal ministries, authorities and institutions as of Sunday 31st May 2020 and at a maximum 30 percent capacity of the total employees. The percentage will increase gradually, based on updates on new developments. The decision, which was circulated to all […]

Mai Dubai, a bottled water company fully owned by the Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA), has been awarded ‘Grade A – Gold’ rating by Dubai Municipality’s Food Safety Department for the second consecutive year. The Department commended Mai Dubai’s implementation of the highest quality standards and food safety management systems and processes. HE Saeed […]

As the mercury keeps climbing on the outside and COVID-19 continues to plague the world, Dubai Sports Council and Japanese sports drinks giants Pocari Sweat have come together to provide some much-needed relief for members of the community with a virtual run that every member of the household can take part in. Pocari Sweat is […]

Cyber Gear has launched a Webinar Series starting 2 June 2020, with weekly webinars on innovative technologies that are a hallmark of the Fourth Industrial Revolution. According to Sharad Agarwal – CEO of Cyber Gear, “The Fourth Industrial Revolution is characterized by the fusion of the digital, biological, and physical worlds, as well as the […]

Majid Al Futtaim, the leading shopping mall, communities, retail and leisure pioneer across the Middle East, Africa and Asia, is pleased to announce that VOX Cinemas, Ski Dubai, Dreamscape and Magic Planet will reopen in Dubai on Wednesday, 27 May in compliance with the recent ruling by  Dubai’s Supreme Committee of Crisis and Disaster Management. […]

Under the directives of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, Crown Prince of Dubai and Chairman of the Executive Council His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum announced the gradual reopening of business activities in Dubai from the fourth day of Eid […]

The Commercial Compliance & Consumer Protection (CCCP) sector in Dubai Economy conducted 23,735 inspections since the reopening of markets beginning Ramadan, during which 22,328 shops were found fully compliant to the precautionary guidelines. CCCP also shut down 122 shops, and issued fines to 64 for non-compliance with the precautionary measures, such as wearing face masks […]

Friends and families across Dubai are embracing a range of innovative ways to celebrate and mark Eid Al Fitr this year, all while following government protocols, social distancing and staying home to stay safe. Dubai Festivals and Retail Establishment (DFRE) rounds up the best ways to keep everyone in the household entertained throughout the Eid […]

du, from Emirates Integrated Telecommunications Company (EITC), has revealed that the World Calling Pack is now available for all du home customers ahead of Eid Al Fitr. As part of du’s commitment to ensure everybody remains connected with friends and loved ones at home and abroad, the latest initiative provides users with up to 2000 […]

Within the framework of Dubai Chamber’s Sustainability Network agenda to promote sustainable practices in all areas of business, the Diversity & Inclusion Task Force recently organized an e-seminar on integrating and empowering people of determination to work remotely during this time of Covid-19. The webinar highlighted the different strategies, tools, practices and measures private companies, […]

Emirates has unveiled multi-faceted measures for employee and customer care at every step of the travel journey, redefining safety and hygiene standards on board and on the ground. The new measures took effect today, with the resumption of regularly scheduled passenger flights to nine destinations. “Emirates is implementing a comprehensive set of measures at every […]

As Dubai readies itself to open its doors to visitors from around the world, the Department of Tourism and Commerce Marketing, Dubai Tourism, is focused on assuring travellers of the city’s ability to not only receive guests safely and allow for a well-rounded destination experience, but also be able to ensure that the health and […]

Falconcity of Wonders LL.C., the developer of the Falconcity of Wonders multipurpose mega project that is being developed in Dubai, successfully hosted the second edition of its webinar series, ‘Experts Talk Show,’ on May 19, 2020. The online session focused on the theme, ‘Family, home and food safety’, and their importance, especially as the whole world […]

With the aim of ensuring business continuity and discussing the way forward to mitigate the impact of Covid-19, His Excellency Hamad Buamim, President & CEO, Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry affirmed that the Chamber continues to follow and study indicators related to commercial activity in the emirate, and to communicate with the local business […]

Her Excellency Sarah Bint Yousef Al Amiri, Minister of State of Advanced Sciences and Chairman of Dubai Future Academy Board of Trustees, stressed the UAE leadership’s vision in investing in national talent and empowering them with knowledge, science, and emerging technology tools to tackle the challenges presented by the COVID-19 crisis. As part of the […]

The Department of Economic Development (DED), Dubai, has announced the coordination of an alliance between NRTC Fresh and InstaShop, grocery delivery App in the MENA region, to enable consumers to enjoy same-day delivery of fresh products from the convenience of their home. The initiative comes in response to the growing demand for food and consumables […]

Brand Dubai, the creative arm of the Government of Dubai Media Office, has partnered with several restaurants and cafes from its ‘Proudly from Dubai’ network to bring easy recipes with minimal ingredients to people’s homes. The collaborative initiative brings a taste of Dubai’s vibrant restaurant scene to the public and gives them a chance to […]

Within the framework of Dubai Culture and Arts Authority’s(Dubai Culture)commitment to provide public access to the city’s historical places and its rich cultural and heritage landmarks through digital platforms, the authority has been actively reviewing its assets showcased on the online platform Dubai 360 due to the temporary site closures on public safety grounds. Through […]

STARZPLAY, the region’s leading subscription video on demand service, has partnered with Zain, the pioneer in mobile communications and data services in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA),to offer even easier payment options for existing and would-be subscribers. STARZPLAY will accelerate customer acquisition through Direct Carrier Billing (DCB) integration, signing agreements with Zain in […]

As part of its continuous efforts to keep the business community in Dubai informed with the latest legal developments and to help the private sector protect their businesses during the current circumstances, the Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry, in cooperation with Al-Tamimi& Co, organized a webinar on “Covid-19 and Force Majeure in the UAE […]

Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority, RTA, has signed an agreement granting Mashreq Bank the naming rights of the ex-Sharaf DG Metro Station. Thus, the new name of the station has become Mashreq Metro Station. The strategic location is near many of the bank’s customers and will enable Dubai Metro’s travelers to complete their transactions directly […]

Dubai Industrial City, DIC, has reiterated its commitment to assist humanitarian efforts to combat COVID-19, by allocating additional strategic facilities to expand International Humanitarian City, IHC’s, storage capacity to support the delivery of emergency medical aid regionally and internationally. This is in support of the vision of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, […]

The world is changing rapidly, and as a responsible airline loyalty programme, Emirates Skywards is keeping pace. Members can now earn 25% bonus Tier Miles, not just Skywards Miles, on everyday spends online and at retail outlets in the UAE during these challenging times. The initiative is a first from Emirates Skywards, and it joins […]

Ellington Properties, Dubai’s leading design-led property developer, has announced its first dedicated art gallery that will add to the cultural showcase of the city, a vibrant global hub for arts and culture. Celebrating the design-led ethos of the developer, Ellington Properties will soon open doors to Ellington Art Gallery, located in its DT1 residential tower […]

The Commercial Compliance & Consumer Protection (CCCP) sector in Dubai Economy has revealed that a total of 5,300 trademark files have been registered as of the first three months of 2020, a 14% increase compared to Q1 2019, while the total infrigement complaints on intellectual property (IP) rights registered in Q1 2020 was 95, a […]

The Dubai Islamic Bank donated AED16 million to the Zakat Fund, whose projects this year are being carried out under the slogan, “Your Zakat Means Safety and Security.” Abdullah Aqeeda Al Muhairi, Secretary-General of the Zakat Fund, praised the bank for its donation, as well as for its positive humanitarian and charitable role in improving […]

The Auto Renewal service of Dubai Economy accounted for 68% per cent of the trade licences renewed (49,997) during the first four months of 2020. Among the auto renewed licences, 73% were Commercial, and 24% were Professional. The Business Registration & Licensing sector in Dubai Economy also witnessed a 62% increase in Auto Renewal transactions […]

Sushi by Mantisa selection of the finest menu of Japanese traditions which received much deserved applause from the nightlife savvy people of Dubai before it opened for delivery in DIFC. The delivery of delectable Sushi and other menu items was a hit throughout the day and in the late hours of the night as well, […]

Deyaar Development PJSC (“Deyaar”), one of Dubai’s leading property developers and real estate service providers, today announced its financial results for the first quarter of 2020. The company reported revenues of AED 98.8 million and net profit of AED 2.6 million for the three months ending 31st March 2020 after recording a precautionary provision for impairment […]

The Dubai Sports Council has thanked and lauded the country’s wise leadership for their vision and support during the ongoing Coronavirus crisis, and their efforts to protect the nation and the members of its community from the virus. The Council also hailed the leadership for ensuring the smooth supply of essentials and other daily requirements […]

Dubai Land Department (DLD), through its Registration and Real Estate Services sector, was able to demonstrate the effectiveness of its advanced infrastructure during the exceptional circumstances resulting from the outbreak of COVID-19, after it provided many solutions to maintain its communication with its customers and provide them with services, including the e-mortgage registration service. The […]

Emirates Post has launched ‘epostcard’– a digital postcard application that will allow users to create customised physical postcards for friends, families, colleagues, and stakeholders. The ‘epostcards’ app, which can be downloaded from iOS App Store and Google Play Store, will allow individuals to design bespoke postcards to send to friends and family and for companies […]

In line with the directives of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, MD& CEO of Dubai Electricity and Water Authority, DEWA, chaired the first meeting, held remotely, with DEWA’s higher management team, to discuss the post-COVID-19 era. The meeting was attended […]

Smart Dubai has announced details regarding the recent decision issued by the Strategic Affairs Council – part of The Executive Council of Dubai – to mandate UAE PASS as the only digital identity to be used by citizens and residents to access government services in Dubai. Smart Dubai had put in motion an initiative called […]

As part of an initiative that aspires to develop the capabilities of emerging generations in the field of making puppets using various materials and employing them theatrically as well as consolidate the horizons of imagination and artistic creativity, Dubai Culture and Arts Authority (Dubai Culture)is organising puppet making and animating workshops using the ‘Zoom’ programme […]

Karim Benzema, star of the France and Real Madrid football teams, has backed Dubai Sports Council’s ‘Be Fit, Be Safe’ campaign and urged his friends in the UAE and around the globe to stay safe and continue helping each other through the COVID 19 crisis. The Frenchman, who has 81 caps with the national team […]

The ’10 million meals’ campaign concluded after drawing overwhelming donations that secured over 15 million meals for Covid-19-hit communities in the UAE in less than a month. Her Highness Sheikha Hind bint Maktoum bin Juma Al Maktoum, wife of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of UAE and […]

As anticipation is known to be the most beautiful kind of joy, Kempinski Hotels has launched a worldwide campaign entitled ‘Make A Travel Promise’, offering guests the possibility of now making themselves, their partners or family and friends a travel promise for a future stay at one of the luxurious Kempinski hotels around the globe. […]

Heroes Of Hope, a community outreach initiative that supports People of Determination through sports and training, is offering regular online training sessions for People of Determination to encourage them to stay active in their homes. The coaches and trainers of Heroes Of Hope are offering two live Zoom training sessions a day – one in […]

Hessa Essa Buhumaid, Minister of Community Development, emphasised that the post-coronavirus COVID-19 period will herald positive outlook for social welfare and sustainable development sectors, given the elaborate precautionary measures enforced to contain the COVID-19 pandemic, notably ‘spatial (social) distancing’. This has led to a significant and noticeable change to social behaviours and ties and enhanced […]

In response to the Community Solidarity Fund Against COVID-19 launched by the Islamic Affairs and Charitable Activities Department in Dubai, National Bonds has announced a contribution of AED700,000 to support efforts to mitigate the health, economic and social repercussions of the pandemic. This contribution reflects the generosity of Emirati society and the solidarity between community […]

As the UAE looks to the post-coronavirus future with businesses poised to reopen, leading medical and mental health experts joined Dubai Science Park’s Advance Health webinar to explore strategies to reduce anxiety and strengthen emotional resilience. The four speakers on Dubai Science Park’s ‘Advance Health: The Importance of Mental Wellbeing During the COVID-19 Pandemic’ webinar […]

Majid Al Futtaim, the leading shopping mall, communities, retail and leisure pioneer across the Middle East, Africa and Asia, is delighted to announce the launch of the VOX Cinemas Drive-in on the rooftop of Mall of the Emirates. Developed in response to the temporary closure of cinemas, and in support of the government re-opening parts […]

Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum has issued directives to grant 10-year Golden Visas to 212 doctors of various specialisations working for the Dubai Health Authority (DHA) as a token of appreciation for their efforts in the fight against COVID-19 and […]

At the virtual award ceremony for the Duty Free News International (DFNI) – Frontier Asia Pacific Awards for Travel Retail Excellence, Dubai Duty Free was announced the winner in two award categories: “Middle East Airport Travel Retailer of the Year” and “Asia Pacific & Middle East Travel Retailer of the Year”. The virtual awards ceremony […]

Emirates has announced its plan to operate scheduled flight services from 21 May to nine destinations: London Heathrow Frankfurt, Paris, Milan, Madrid, Chicago, Toronto, Sydney and Melbourne.* The airline will also offer connections in Dubai for customers travelling between the UK and Australia. These flights will be available for booking on emirates.com. Travellers will only be […]

Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum has ordered an aid flight to support the delivery of ventilators and other critical supplies as well as relief items to Somalia. The aid material forms part ofthe World Health Organisation’s (WHO) COVID-19 response andthe […]

Dubai Land Department (DLD), through its Registration and Real Estate Services sector, was able to demonstrate the effectiveness of its advanced infrastructure during the exceptional circumstances resulting from the outbreak of COVID-19, after it provided many solutions to maintain its communication with its customers and provide them with services, including the e-mortgage registration service. The […]

The healthcare and pharmaceutical sectors in Dubai and the UAE have shown a remarkable level of readiness and capabilities in facing COVID-19 and its associated challenges. The Emirate’sability to mount a robust response to the crisis has shown that its sustained focus on attracting large-scale investments in infrastructure as well as research and development related […]

There’s no such thing as ample storage space – more so during Ramadan when families are stocking up on grocery items for the delicious Iftar and Suhoor meals!The reality is that we are not all blessed with massive closets or cabinets. Luckily for us, there are creative ways to get around storing our essentials and […]

Emirates Post has registered a 45% growth in last mile delivery volumes since the beginning of 2020 compared to Q4 2019. Since January 1, 2020, Emirates Post has delivered close to 2m shipments to customers on behalf of government and banking organisations as well as e-commerce retailers both locally and from around the world. E-commerce […]

Soh Wai Ching and Gretta Beckett, two of the world’s top elite tower runners, will lead the charge as runners from around the world take part in Gulf for Good’s Virtual Charity Climb to the Top of Burj Khalifa on Friday, May 15. The Virtual Charity Climb up 2,909 stairs of the world’s tallest tower is being […]

Dubai Sports Council convened a virtual forum for female players of Dubai clubs this week, under the leadership of Rawda Al Mahrazi, Chairwomen of the Council’s Women’s Sports Committee, and more than 40 players from different clubs participated in the forum. HH Sheikha Shamsa Bint Hasher Al Maktoum, member of the Board of UAE Volleyball […]

Dubai-based flydubai has announced that it will continue to focus its efforts on supporting government requests with repatriation flights and enabling the movement of essential goods across its network and beyond. The carrier said that more than 12,532 passengers were able to return to their homes across 19 countries in collaboration of embassies and government […]

Burj Khalifa beams bright, securing 1.2 million meals to families and individuals affected by the Covid-19 pandemic one week after the launch of the World’s Tallest Donation Box. Donations poured from individuals and companies to provide a meal for every light purchased on Burj Khalifa for as little as Dh10 each. Contributions from 110 nationalities […]

A recent analysis by the Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry revealed that e-retail companies in the UAE have succeeded despite the challenges of high demand due to the spread of Coronavirus (Covid-19) and disruption of supply chain worldwide. The companies have managed to achieve benefits beyond the domestic market to include neighboring markets as […]

Dabur International has launched WHO compliant Dermoviva hand sanitisers to keep everyone safe in the fight against coronavirus. As a mark of appreciation for essential workers who have been selflessly working throughout the coronavirus outbreak, Daburdistributed over 7000 Dermovivahand sanitisers to delivery drivers and front-line workers through a collaboration with Talabat and Royati Family Society, […]

Oman Insurance Company organized an eventfor fitness trainers in February 2020 to select the social ambassadors for its corporate wellness program – LivFit. The event titled ‘LivFit Champions 2020’ is an initiative by the company to create a community of LivFit followers. As part of the event, 20 fitness trainers following the LivFit social pages […]

KIKLABB Licensing and Workspaces, a licensing business owned by a government entity, has been creating solutions for new startup and entrepreneurs for their trade licensing services. They have seen a steep increase in the number of licenses issued, since the recent launch of their virtual solutions. Although the COVID-19 pandemic has without a doubt had […]

Dubai Silicon Oasis Authority, DSOA, has announced the allocation of additional exemption packages and incentives to the business sector, in line with Dubai’s government decision to gradually open a number of economic sectors, shopping centers and commercial stores. This step is a continuation to the previous relief packages implemented by the Dubai Silicon Oasis, DSO, […]

Dubai Chamber’s Center for Responsible Business recently organized an online training workshop on the UAE National Self Employment Platform, which has been launched by the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation. The workshop aimed to enhance awareness of the citizens and companies aboutthis platform and its benefits, along with themethods of applying, especially in light […]

The Emirates Group today announced its 32nd consecutive year of profit, against a drop in revenue mainly attributed to reduced operations during the planned DXB runway closure in the first quarter, and the impact of flight and travel restrictions due to the COVID-19 pandemic in the fourth quarter. Released today in its 2019-20 Annual Report, the Emirates […]

Emirates Post hasissued a distinctive souvenir stamp sheet to celebrate and salute the nation’s valiant front-line force, who are going above and beyond during the COVID-19 pandemic. The souvenir stamp sheet will be available on Emirates Post’s dedicated webshop emiratespostshop.ae at a retail price of AED 19 and will serve as a permanent reminder of […]

In the era of distance learning capability brought in by the COVID-19 pandemic, a line-up of ministers and decision makers in the education sector highlighted why it is critical to develop a sound implementation strategy to ensure the continuity of higher education and learning, during a session titled, ‘Life After COVID-19: Higher Education’. The virtual […]

The Real Estate Regulatory Agency (RERA) imposed a AED 50,000 fine on a real estate company that was found to have violated the laws related to the escrow account and permits of real estate advertisements, specifically Law No. (8) for 2007. RERA calls on all real estate companies and brokers to abide by laws and […]

The Dubai Government Workshop (DGW) confirmed the participation of a number of its employees in the ongoing ‘Your City Needs You’ volunteering campaign, an initiative launched by His Highness Sheikh Hamdan Bin Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai and Chairman of Dubai Executive Council, through the ‘Day for Dubai’ app. The campaign aims […]

Emirates Airline Foundation used a staggering 132 million Skywards Miles to positively impact the lives and livelihoods of more than 90,000 people, mainly children, living in some of the most impoverished communities worldwide. In the same period – from 1st April 2019 to 31st March 2020 – the Foundation also donated more than AED 6.5 […]

Following the stupendous success of their Marathon at Home last month, the Dubai Sports Council, ASICS Middle East and 5:30 Run club, are back together, alongside Sun & Sand Sports, to bring a brand new initiative for the community in this Holy Month of fasting: the Ramadan 5K Challenge. The Ramadan 5K Challenge is a […]

In celebration of International Workers Day and as commitment to its social responsibility, the Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry honored itssupportstaff, in recognition of their vital role in ensuring a clean and safe environment for employees and customers of the Chamber. For the 12th year, in a row, the Chamber gave financial rewards to […]

The Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry revealed that it completed 106,145 electronic transactions during March and April this year, making it easier for its members to conduct their business, and reinforcing the Chamber’s commitment to ensure   business continuity in the emirate. The e- transactions accomplished by the chamber during this period covered, most notably […]

The Emirates Centre for Government Knowledge, ECGK, the management consulting arm of the Mohammed bin Rashid School of Government, MBRSG, has recently launched its ‘Ask an Expert’ initiative with the aim of creating a valuable source of applied public management knowledge on the internet. Available on the professional social networking site LinkedIn, the platform has […]

In the midst of the current global pandemic, COVID-19, safety measures have been heightened to an all-time high in homes, communities, and workplaces. Taking the proper precautions is vital to the health and safety of not only the individual but to the workers, families, children and residents of the UAE. Dubai-based App, CAFU, is helping […]

Thanks to customer donations, the Emirates Airline Foundation used a staggering 132 million Skywards Miles to positively impact the lives and livelihoods of more than 90,000 people, mainly children, living in some of the most impoverished communities worldwide. In the same period – from 1 April 2019 to 31 March 2020 – the Foundation also […]

Within four days of the World’s Tallest Donation Box launch, Burj Khalifa shone bright with 393,000 lights as donations continue pouring in to support coronavirus-hit communities in the UAE. The light donations of individuals and companies across the country will secure 393,000 meals to the ’10 million meals’ campaign that aims to provide food support […]

As part of its efforts to create a foundation for theater as well as a theatrical environment that promotes young talents and motivates them to further develop its passion for the performing arts, Dubai Culture and Arts Authority (Dubai Culture) launched the digital edition of Dubai Festival for Youth Theatre on its YouTube channel to […]

Emirates SkyCargo is leading the global cargo industry during these critical times in delivering essential supplies and commodities to people around the world, operating close to 100 daily cargo flights to a destination network spanning more than 65 cities across six continents. The air cargo carrier is currently operating 11 Boeing 777 freighter aircraft, each […]

As businesses worldwide grapple through dwindling revenues and uncertainties, Ascent Technology Consulting, a global leader in enterprise business continuity management has registered a rise in enterprises exploring forthe right BCM and crisis management measures. Business continuity is a proactive plan to avoid and mitigate risks associated with disruption of operations. It details steps to be taken before, during […]

Landmark Group’s home-grown brands in Middle East & India, along with The Jagtiani Foundation, the private philanthropy arm of the Jagtiani Family, have formed a united front to help with relief efforts in the region and India to help meet the critical needs of those severely impacted by the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. Led by the […]

Dubai Airport Freezone Authority (DAFZA) has launched a set of initiatives for its employees during the remote working period aimed at ensuring the continuity of business operations and enablingco-workers to effectively communicate, collaborate and share their achievements during this period. As part of the ongoing initiatives, the People Management Department at the free zone has […]

Emirates Aviation University, the academic wing of the Emirates Group and one of the region’s most prestigious educational institutions, has been awarded an overall score of 5 Stars by QS Stars University Ratings for its outstanding performance and academic excellence across a wide range of categories. The university is the first non-federal educational institution to […]

To mark the start of the Holy Month of Ramadan, DP World Berbera is organising its largest ever distribution of food baskets across Somaliland, that will reach 9,000 families. Far exceeding the scale of previous years, DP World Berbera is going above and beyond to make sure the baskets reach families all over the country. […]

TheDubai economy has remained resilient to global economic headwinds caused by the negativeimpact of the COVID-19 outbreak. Dubai’s external trade in the first quarter of 2020 reached AED323billion. Exports grew 2% toAED43billion compared to the corresponding quarter last year. Imports accounted for AED189billion while re-exports touchedAED92billion. The volume of Dubai’s external non-oil trade reached 24 million tons – […]

Dubai Investments, the leading, diversified investment company listed on the Dubai Financial Market, is engaging and investing in initiatives aimed at enhancing the overall wellbeing of the communities it operates in, by helpingovercome social, environmental, economic and health challenges. The Company is channelizing its efforts towards expanding its impacts in communities by making significant contributions […]

Emirates SkyCargo, the freight division of Emirates Airline, has ramped up its operations to offer 10 weekly cargo flights to facilitate the flow of goods into Bahrain, replenishing supplies and maintaining vital trade links during this critical time. Starting this month, the carrier noted in a statement, that its operations will see 10 weekly cargo […]

Esports in the country and region is set for a major boost following Dubai Sports Council’s partnership with Gamefinder Esports to create a series of online tournaments under the title, ‘Call of Duty – Modern Warfare’. The first of these tournaments, which will be organised in collaboration with the Emirates Esports Association, will take place […]

As the world fights COVID-19, Dubai Police are educating and advising the public on how to protect themselves in the midst of this health crisis and also sharing thanks and appreciation to the frontline police personnel. Dubai Police are continuing to use their various channels to voice public service messages including “Wear a mask! Your Safety is […]

Dubai authorities are intensifying precautionary measures at labour camps to safeguard the health and wellbeing of blue-collar workers amid the COVID-19 outbreak. The extensive measures are part of Dubai’s campaign to counter COVID-19 in high-density labour accommodation facilities. Teams from the Dubai Health Authority, DHA, COVID-19 Command and Control Centre, Dubai Police, the Permanent Committee […]

Emirati filmmaker Amal Al-Agroobi took part in Dubai Studio City’s latest Instagram Live interactiveReel Talks session, a digital weekly series featuring leading regional industry figures, run in collaboration with in5 Media and ON.DXB, in partnership with the National Media Council. The self-taught filmmaker, producer and scriptwriter – who switched her career in biomedical science for […]

Dubai Police today announced that it has partnered with Etisalat to launchan initiativeproviding Etisalat customers in the UAE with free access to Dubai Police’s website and mobile application without consuming internet data. In addition to Dubai Police’s website and mobile app, Etisalat customers canaccess other online services available for individuals, establishments and visitors, upload or […]

The Commercial Compliance & Consumer Protection (CCCP) sector in Dubai Economy has implemented a new inspection campaign for shops and commercial establishments during the current phase of market reopening in the emirate. The campaign witnessed high compliance with the reopening guidelines, with 1,347 businesses found compliant while only two were closed for conducting activities not […]

As part of its efforts to support business continuity and ensure that private sector benefits from its various services and initiatives, Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry organised 18 digital seminars during March and April, covering various areas of the Chamber’s activities, and attracted more than 800 participants from various sectors and companies private sector. […]

In response to the United Arab Emirates’ proposal to delay Expo 2020 Dubai until 2021 becauseof the Covid-19 pandemic; the Bureau International des Expositions (BIE) has approved the request after surpassing the required threshold of two-thirds majority vote of BIE Member States as stipulated by Article 28 of the 1928 Paris Convention. The General Assembly […]

As the government begins to slowly lift restrictions, countless questions are popping up in the minds of the UAE citizens, the main one being about theirhealth and safety. Although it is easy to avoid recreational activities and stay safe at home, many still have toput up a brave front and march out to earn the […]

What is a bounce rate and why should you care? One of the most important statistics revealed in the Google Analytics report is the ‘bounce rate’. Bounce rate is the percentage of users who land on your website and decide to leave without going to a second page. Given that we want people to stay […]