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
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
Dubai International Airport (DXB) has once again cemented its status as the world’s busiest airport for international travel, welcoming a record-breaking 95.2 million passengers in 2025. The milestone represents a 3.1% increase compared to the previous year, underscoring Dubai’s continued rise as a global aviation and tourism powerhouse. The achievement reflects not only strong travel
Emirates has signed a new interline agreement with Loong Air, expanding its presence in China and giving customers access to more domestic destinations beyond its current network. Under the agreement, Emirates passengers can now connect to 22 cities across China through Loong Air’s network via Hangzhou, Shenzhen, and Hong Kong. These destinations cover key regions
This acquisition significantly strengthens Ascentium’s presence in the Middle East, building on Clara’s strong footprint across Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM) and the Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC). Clara is a trusted partner for businesses seeking to establish and operate within the UAE’s leading common-law financial centres. The firm serves a broad range of clients,
BlueFive Capital has announced the launch of BlueFive Leasing, one of the first dedicated aircraft leasing asset management platforms in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) region. This step marks an important development in the region’s aviation finance sector. The new platform will operate from the company’s offices in Muscat, Oman. BlueFive Leasing aims to benefit
In a significant milestone for Egyptian leadership in the global technology and telecommunications sector, Mohamed Abdallah, CEO and Managing Director of Vodafone Egypt and Head of Vodacom International Markets, has been named among Forbes Middle East’s Top Tech Leaders of Global Companies for 2026. This prestigious recognition honors executives who are driving innovation, digital transformation, and
MNT-Halan, Egypt and the MENA region’s leading fintech company, has announced a strategic partnership with Visa, the global leader in digital payments, to introduce a new generation of Visa-powered Halan cards. The collaboration is set to accelerate financial inclusion, expand access to prepaid and instant credit solutions, and support Egypt’s transition toward a digitally enabled,
Jigar Sagar’s journey is nothing short of inspiring. Growing up, he spent his early years assisting his father at a small shop nestled in the vibrant Gold Souk of Sharjah. This hands-on experience served as the foundation for what would become an extraordinary path in the world of business. Over the years, Jigar has transformed
BlueFive Capital last week hosted its inaugural Shareholder Summit, bringing together the firm’s foundational partners who supported its vision from the outset. The gathering took place in Riyadh, highlighting the Kingdom’s growing role as a regional and global investment hub. The Summit opened with an exclusive tour of historic Diriyah, offering shareholders a cultural immersion