MENA procurement leaders reflect global trends, underscoring the growing importance of digital resilience and regional manufacturing opportunities The Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (CIPS) has released its latest Q3 2025 Pulse Survey, revealing a modest easing in global supply chain anxiety compared with the record stress levels seen earlier this year. However, procurement professionals remain alert to emerging threats, including rising tariffs, ongoing geopolitical uncertainty, and a surge in cybersecurity risks. The quarterly report shows that both short-term and 12-month concern levels have decreased since the previous quarter but still remain significantly higher than 2024 averages. This suggests that,…
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Team KMS has claimed the opening medal of the first-ever FIA Extreme H World Cup, emerging victorious in a closely fought Time Trial battle where a mere 0.591 seconds separated the top two teams. The Swedish pairing of Johan Kristoffersson and Mikaela Åhlin-Kottulinsky delivered a commanding performance throughout both the morning and afternoon sessions. In the morning run, the margin between KMS and Jameel Motorsport’s Kevin Hansen and Molly Taylor was razor-thin — just 0.139 seconds. Having set the pace earlier in the day, Team KMS was the last to run in the afternoon, with pressure mounting as Jameel Motorsport…
Swiss-Belhotel International, a leading global hospitality management company, reaffirmed its growing investment in Africa by participating in the Magical Kenya Travel Expo (MKTE) 2025, held from 1 to 3 October in Nairobi. Recognised as the continent’s foremost tourism trade fair, MKTE serves as a vital meeting point for regional and global travel professionals. This year’s edition underscored MKTE’s reputation as a key driver of Africa’s tourism sector, attracting hospitality groups, destination partners, and investors from across the continent. Swiss-Belhotel International made a strong impression with its own branded booth, represented by the Group Sales and Marketing Department, the EMEA Regional…
The Cultural Foundation, operating under the Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi), has unveiled two major exhibitions, ‘Two Clouds in the Night Sky’ and ‘And After’, each celebrating pioneering voices in art and contemporary expression. The exhibitions are open to the public from 9 October 2025 to 22 February 2026. ‘Two Clouds in the Night Sky’ marks a landmark solo exhibition by the celebrated Emirati artist Mohamed Ahmed Ibrahim. Renowned for his contemplative, process-based approach rooted in the natural landscapes of Khor Fakkan, Ibrahim began developing his distinctive ‘cipher’ forms during the 1980s. Drawing inspiration…
Dubai Culture and Arts Authority (Dubai Culture), in partnership with Zayed University (ZU), has announced the open call for participation in the International Symposium on Electronic/Emerging Art 2026 (ISEA2026). The event, set to take place across Dubai from 10 to 19 April 2026, represents a major milestone in advancing dialogue at the intersection of art, science, and technology. ISEA2026 aligns closely with the goals of Dubai’s Digital Arts Strategy – a key part of Dubai Culture’s long-term vision to empower creative talent, strengthen digital infrastructure, and advance education and training in the field of digital arts. The initiative also underscores…
Over 75% of mental health conditions begin before the age of 25, highlighting the urgent need for prevention and early intervention. Half of the global population (50%) will experience a mental health disorder by the age of 75, with onset typically around 19 for men and 20 for women. Cinfa is advancing access to therapeutic solutions throughout the Gulf region by offering high-quality pharmacological options and fostering greater clinical collaboration. Mental health continues to stand among the most significant social and public health priorities across the Middle East. Over three-quarters of all mental health disorders begin before the age of…
The Retail Congress MENA (RCM) 2025 is set to take place from 13th to 14th October at The Ritz-Carlton, Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC). Organised by the Middle East Council of Shopping Centres & Retailers (MECSR), the two-day event will unite retail professionals from across the region under the central theme, “Hit Reset: Transforming Retail for Impact.” Held at a time when the Middle East and North Africa’s retail and shopping centre industry is witnessing remarkable growth, RCM 2025 will explore the forces reshaping the sector. The expansion is being fuelled by national diversification plans such as Saudi Vision 2030…
The Dubai Culture and Arts Authority (Dubai Culture) has entered the evaluation and selection stage of the Dubai Youth Performing Arts Festival, a newly introduced initiative that unites three major cultural events under one umbrella: the Dubai Festival for Youth Theatre, the Dubai Festival for Youth Music, and the Dubai Youth Folk Arts Festival. Bringing together theatre, music, and folk performance for the first time, the festival provides a creative platform for young artists to showcase their talent, develop their artistic skills, and contribute to Dubai’s flourishing cultural identity. The event also embodies Dubai Culture’s commitment to establishing the emirate…
ARIA Commodities’ institutional asset management arm has announced the completion of a reverse takeover (RTO) of Kibo Energy PLC (AIM: KIBO; AltX: KBO), the dual-listed energy development company. The US$135 million transaction, conducted through ARIA’s institutional asset management division, will be executed via the issuance of approximately 966 million new Kibo shares, each valued at a deemed price of £0.104, following a proposed 1,600-to-1 share consolidation. The acquisition constitutes a significant RTO under AIM Rule 14 and marks a major shift in Kibo’s strategy towards industrial-scale global decarbonisation. A Portfolio with Global Potential Carbon Resilience, the renewable energy platform at…
Diriyah Company has announced the signing of a joint venture contract worth approximately US$244 million (SAR 917 million) with Al-Majal El-Arabi Group and MAN Enterprise AlSaudia LLC to develop the Grand Mosque as part of Diriyah’s second phase. The landmark project, designed by the award-winning architectural firm X Architects, will accommodate 11,400 worshippers across a total floor area of 12,320 square metres. Set to host 5,240 worshippers indoors and 6,160 in outdoor areas, the Grand Mosque will stand as one of Diriyah’s most significant spiritual landmarks. It will be an enduring symbol of faith and heritage within the historic birthplace…