Monthly Archives: October 2025

Business & Investments

Zoho and UAE Food Cluster Joins Forces to Accelerate Digitisation of Food Sector SMEs in UAE

Dubai, United Arab Emirates; 23 October, 2025: Zoho, a global technology company, and the UAE Food Cluster have announced a strategic partnership to support the digital transformation of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) across the food manufacturing and trading ecosystem in the country.

The collaboration is a major step toward advancing the industry competitiveness through integration of digital tools for finance, operations, compliance, and performance management.  

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Business & Investments

MENA Investment Congress 2025 Concludes in Abu Dhabi

MENA Investment Congress 2025 Concludes in Abu Dhabi with Record Attendance and Global Thought Leadership

Abu Dhabi, UAE – The MENA Investment Congress (MENA ICON 2025), hosted by CFA Society Emirates, concluded this month in Abu Dhabi after two days of engaging discussions, thought leadership, and networking among more than 400 investment professionals, policymakers, and industry leaders from across the region and the world.

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Business & Investments

“Seal the Deal 2025” Links Entrepreneurs with Investors, Reinforcing Sharjah’s Role as a Leading Hub for Innovation

In the presence of Her Highness Sheikha Bodour bint Sultan Al Qasimi, the 2nd Edition Focused on Empowering New Ventures from Universities and early-stage startups based in Sharjah

Sharjah, UAE – [24 October 2025]: The second edition of Seal the Deal — the flagship pitch initiative fostering entrepreneurship and bridging innovative founders with leading investors and business leaders — was successfully held on October 23rd, 2025, during the Sharjah Investment Forum and the WAIPA World Investment Conference 2025.

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Real Estate

Jacob & Co Residences by Mantra Properties Records AED 300 Million in Sales Within 12 Hours of Launch

Jacob & Co Residences by Mantra Properties Records AED 300 Million in Sales Within 12 Hours of Launch Marking A Historic Milestone for Al Marjan Island

  • Oversubscribed response to the 223 limited edition branded residences launched
  • Over 80% of investors interest comes from expatriate residents and overseas buyers, underscoring the UAE’s continued dominance as a hub for branded luxury living

Dubai, UAE – October 2025– Mantra Properties’ latest ultra-luxury development, Jacob & Co Residences, in collaboration with the iconic watch and jewelry brand Jacob & Co, has achieved a record-breaking milestone, registering over AED 300 million in sales within just 12 hours of its launch. The remarkable response marks a historic moment for Al Marjan Island, setting a new benchmark as the fastest-selling project on the island to date.

The exclusive AED 400 million branded development witnessed an overwhelming demand from investors and high-net-worth individuals, underscoring the UAE’s continued dominance as a hub for branded luxury living. Over 80% of investors’ interest came from expatriate residents and international buyers, highlighting the region’s global appeal for high-end real estate investments.

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Sharjah International Book Fair

SIBF 2025 celebrates global verse with poetry in 8 languages

Poetry in Arabic, Greek, English, Urdu, Punjabi, Malayalam, Russian and Tagalog will be hosted at the Poetry Cafe

Sharjah, October 24, 2025,

Poetry evenings will give voice to verse in eight languages at the upcoming 44th Sharjah International Book Fair (SIBF 2025). This year’s cultural programme from November 5 to 16, features acclaimed poets delivering readings in Arabic, Greek, English, Urdu, Punjabi, Malayalam, Russian and Tagalog, allowing audiences to experience poetry as both personal and collective expression, connecting across cultures.

Arabic poetry: From screen to stage
The poetry evenings will feature leading Arab voices, including Saeed Al Mana, prominent Saudi poet known for his appearances on the television programme “Sha’er Al-Rayah”. Also taking part is Qatari poet Hamad Al-Buraidi, author of “Mulhimat Thikrayati” and “Marahil”, a reflective memoir written in verse and prose.

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