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Africa: Africa attracted less foreign direct investment in 2025 than in the previous year. Yet the bigger story is that investors continue to position themselves in sectors that are becoming increasingly important to the global economy.

According to…

Abu dhabi: The Federal National Council (FNC) today approved a federal draft law on Cultural Heritage. The session was attended by Sheikh Salem bin Khalid Al Qasimi, Minister of Culture.

According to Emirates News Agency, before discussing the draft…

Dubai: Dubai maintained its strong economic performance in the first quarter of 2026, with the emirate’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP) reaching AED232 billion, representing a 2.4% increase from the same period last year.

According to Emirates News Ag…

Abu dhabi: Khalifa Economic Zones Abu Dhabi – KEZAD Group will host Touchdown Middle East 2026 in Abu Dhabi, marking the first time the region-wide data centre conference will take place in the UAE. Organised by the Gulf Data Centre Association (GDCA)…

Johannesburg: ADNOC Distribution announced that it has entered a definitive agreement to acquire 100 percent of the share capital of Shell Downstream South Africa (SDSA) from Shell South Africa Holdings. The acquisition, valued at approximately $1 bil…

Sharjah: Rafid Automotive Solutions has announced that it recorded more than 330,000 activities and services during the first half of 2026, reflecting the strength of its integrated automotive solutions ecosystem and the efficiency of its operational …

Abu dhabi: The Abu Dhabi Quality Policy Committee reviewed progress in implementing the Abu Dhabi Quality Policy during a meeting aimed at strengthening the emirate’s competitiveness and supporting the government’s ambition to position Abu Dhabi among…

Dubai: Dubai Holding Community Management and Al Etihad Energy Services (Etihad ESCO) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) aimed at bolstering energy efficiency and strategic sustainability initiatives across communities managed by Dubai Ho…