Marrakech, 15 April 2026 — Visa, a global leader in digital payments, invite Fintech innovators based in Africa to apply for Cohort 6 of the Visa Africa Fintech Accelerator. The deadline for applications is May 17, 2026 on Visa Accelerator | Visa. This announcement comes on the back of a spotlight on 18 high-growth fintech startups from 10 African countries at the Visa Africa …
Finance
UAE, April 7, 2026 Union Properties PJSC (“Union Properties” or the “Company”) (DFM symbol: UPP) hasannounced the outcomes of its Annual General Meeting (AGM), signalling one of the most significant milestones in the Company’s history, defined by the return of shareholder dividends. For the first time in 6 years, the AGM successfully convened on first quorum, with 68% shareholders attending. …
Business
Youngest girl among 49 honorees recognized for people-centered creativity and positive social innovation Dubai, United Aab Emirates – February 9, 2026: 14-year-old Saudi youth leader, podcaster, and social innovator Rateel Alshehri has been named a winner in Fast Company Middle East’s Most Creative People in Business 2026, under the category “Bringing Good Things to More People.” At just 14 years …
With AI spending projected to exceed US$2 trillion in 2026, speakers at the 2026 Intersec Health & Safety Conference emphasised that it is no longer confined to “deep tech” but is now embedded in safety‑critical frontline roles Boards and executives were urged to implement human-centred AI safety strategies, establishing clear boundaries for AI decision-making Intersec 2026, the world’s leading business …
Humanitarian
NEW YORK, 9 April 2026 – “The intensification of hostilities in Lebanon continues to exact a devastating and inhumane toll on children. In just minutes yesterday, as news of a regional ceasefire agreement briefly ignited hope across the country, deadly Israeli airstrikes struck across Lebanon, reportedly killing 33 children and injuring 153. “Children and families faced a wave of bombardments that …
A total of 96 metric tonnes of life-saving medical supplies delivered to Kabul Shipment expected to support more than 250,000 people over three months Operation underscores Dubai Humanitarian’s capacity to sustain evolving aid corridors across multiple crises Government of Dubai Media Office – 09 April 2026: Under the directives of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President …