The initiative reflects the UAE leadership’s commitment to supporting all segments of society and strengthening endowment as a sustainable development tool Abu Dhabi, 10 March 2026: The General Authority of Islamic Affairs, Endowments and Zakat has contributed AED 4 million in support of the “Mother of the Nation Endowment for Orphans” initiative, launched by the Endowments and Minors’ Funds Authority …
Finance
Beirut, Lebanon – 26 February 2026: In a move aimed at strengthening financial education at the academic level, CFI entered into a strategic partnership with the American University of Science and Technology (AUST) to deliver a structured trading program to students, offering them direct exposure to financial markets through applied learning. The partnership reflects a shared commitment to equip students …
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
Beyrouth le 12 Mars 2026 1er vol humanitaire depuis la France vers le Liban La Fondation CMA CGM se mobilise pour acheminer une aide humanitaire, en partenariat avec le Centre de Crise et de soutien du Ministère de l’Europe et des affaires étrangères La Fondation CMA CGM mobilise toute son expertise logistique pour venir en aide au Liban et met …
11 March 2026– Beirut, Lebanon – The Ministry of Social Affairs (MoSA), in partnership with UNICEF and the International Labour Organization (ILO), today announced emergency financial support for families of children and persons with disabilities affected by the ongoing conflict in Lebanon. The one-off cash support of USD 100 will reach approximately 6,000 families with children with disabilities aged 0 …