April 28, 2026
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CEO Spotlight: Dalia Abou Omar On Her Business Journey And Advice For Startups in MENA

By Dalia Abou Omar, Co-Founder & CEO of Proteinni People often ask me how I went from being a TV presenter to running Egypt’s first premium dark butcher. Honestly? I ask myself the same question some mornings.The truth is, Proteinni wasn’t born out of a perfectly crafted business plan. It was born out of a

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Eman ElGamal: Connecting People and Businesses Through Digital Payments Across MENA

Since stepping into her role in 2021, Eman ElGamal has spent the past five years driving and refining the corporate communications strategy of Visa Inc. across North Africa, the Levant, and Pakistan (NALP), positioning the company strongly within a dynamic and fast-evolving region. With more than 14 years of experience in corporate communications, public relations,

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UAE Announces Three Days of Free Parking for Eid Al Fitr 2026

Authorities in the United Arab Emirates have announced that public parking will be free for three days during the upcoming Eid al‑Fitr holiday, offering residents and visitors greater convenience during the festive period. According to Dubai Roads and Transport Authority (RTA), parking fees across Dubai will be waived from the first day of Eid until

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Saudi Crown Prince and UAE President Discuss Regional Security After Iran Strikes

Mohammed bin Salman, Crown Prince and Prime Minister of Saudi Arabia, held a phone conversation with Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the United Arab Emirates, to discuss the latest regional developments following Iran’s recent retaliatory strikes affecting parts of the Gulf. According to Emirates News Agency (WAM), the two leaders reviewed the evolving

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Mohammed bin Rashid announces Edge of Life campaign raised over Dh2.8 billion

The humanitarian campaign “Edge of Life”, launched by Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, has surpassed its original fundraising target, collecting more than AED 2.822 billion from 44,208 contributors ahead of the end of Ramadan. Introduced on 13 February 2026, the initiative set out

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eJaby Strengthens Its Role in Advancing Sustainable E-Commerce in the UAE

One year after entering the UAE market, eJaby continues to reshape the region’s e-commerce landscape with a clear mission: transforming overstock into opportunity while advancing sustainability across the supply chain. Since its launch in the UAE, the homegrown digital marketplace has focused on tackling excess inventory and product waste—two persistent challenges in the region’s dynamic

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Egypt and Saudi Arabia Reinforce Strategic Alignment on Gaza and Regional Stability

Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi and Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman reaffirmed their joint call for a sustained ceasefire in Gaza and renewed diplomatic momentum toward a comprehensive peace framework during high-level talks in Jeddah. According to Egypt’s presidency, the two leaders stressed the importance of ensuring that all parties adhere to a ceasefire

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Museum of the Future Receives 5 Million Visitors

His Excellency Mohammad Abdullah Al Gergawi, Chairman of the Museum of the Future, has reaffirmed that Dubai and the UAE have positioned designing the future as a shared global mission, uniting governments, innovators and communities to create practical solutions for generations to come. Marking four years since its opening on 22 February 2022, the Museum

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UAE Food Bank launches ‘Bank of Goodness in the Month of Giving’ campaign to distribute eight million meals during Ramadan

Launched under the directives of Sheikha Hind bint Maktoum bin Juma Al Maktoum, the UAE Food Bank has unveiled its Ramadan campaign, “Bank of Goodness in the Month of Giving,” with an ambitious target of distributing eight million meals locally and internationally. The initiative operates under the umbrella of Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum Global

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Visa Appoints Malak El Baba as Country Manager for Egypt, Libya, and Sudan

Visa Inc., a global leader in digital payments, has announced the appointment of Malak El Baba as Country Manager for Egypt, Libya, and Sudan, following the creation of a new sub-region covering these markets as part of Visa’s strategic growth plans. In her expanded role, El Baba will oversee Visa’s strategy, business development, and local

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