Real Estate

OMNIYAT’s $11.7B Development Pipeline: A Commitment to UAE Growth

OMNIYAT Reinforces Delivery Focus with a Fully Funded USD11.7B Portfolio

Developer Reaffirms Its Long-Term Commitment to the UAE Market

  • Fully funded USD 11.7bn portfolio progressing on schedule
  • 12 million sq. ft. GFA land bank across the UAE reinforces OMNIYAT’s future development pipeline
  • UAE’s resilient leadership and enduring fundamentals support continued confidence and long-term growth

Dubai, UAE – 30 March 2026: OMNIYAT continues to advance project delivery across its portfolio, supported by a fully funded USD 11.7 billion development pipeline currently under construction and progressing in line with schedule.

This disciplined execution is underpinned by a strong financial position, a strategically positioned land bank, and sustained confidence in the UAE’s economic fundamentals. Across the UAE’s prime and waterfront locations, OMNIYAT holds a substantial 12 million sq. ft. GFA land bank, reinforcing its pipeline of future developments.

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Technologies

The HUAWEI Band 11 Pro Is A Lightweight Band with Serious Health Tracking Features

UAE, March 31, 2026 – Fitness bands are evolving fast into more personalised wearables that blends meaningful health insights. The HUAWEI Band 11 Pro represents this shift with a more refined take on the fitness band, combining a lighter, slimmer form with a noticeably brighter and larger display. Focused on making the experience smarter and more intuitive, the band brings more proactive health insights. It is evidently clear that the Band 11 Pro wants to be more than just a fitness tracker.

A large and bright display

While most fitness trackers have abysmal displays, the Band 11 Pro has one of the best displays you can get in this segment. Featured prominently, the new large 1.62-inch screen is 27 per cent larger than the previous generation. With a peak brightness of 2000 nits, the micro-curved display is a gigantic leap from the 450 nits of its predecessor, making for effortless outdoor workouts.

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Real Estate

Continued Construction in Dubai: Alta Real Estate’s Commitment

Alta Real Estate Development Confirms Construction Continues as Buyers Interest in Dubai Remains Strong

Alta Real Estate Development, a boutique Emirati developer shaping Dubai’s evolving skyline through a portfolio of distinctive residential projects, confirmed that construction activity continues across Alta’s portfolio, reflecting continued confidence in Dubai’s long-term growth trajectory.

The update comes as Dubai’s real estate sector continues to demonstrate resilience despite heightened regional attention in recent weeks. Dubai recorded more than $250 billion in real estate transactions in 2025, reinforcing the sector’s role as a key pillar of the emirate’s economy.

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Featured

Effective Stormwater Management in Dubai: Key Outcomes

  • Dubai demonstrates a leading model in crisis and emergency management during the “Azm” low-pressure weather system through proactive planning and high readiness
  • Integrated operational systems ensured business continuity and the uninterrupted flow of daily life across the Emirate
  • 12.195 million cubic metres of rainwater pumped into water bodies
  • More than 124,000 drainage inlets and 47,000 inspection chambers supported stormwater management
  • 4.9 million linear metres of drainage pipelines enabled the drainage of more than 94% of rainwater
  • Approximately 3,500 personnel supported by more than 1,210 machines and vehicles ensured rapid response
  • Immediate response to 15,150 calls, 8,466 interactions via the smart “Faris” system, and 4,325 reports across 249 areas
  • Public parks, beaches, and recreational facilities maintained high operational readiness
  • Beaches restored within 6 hours and parks within 24 hours, reflecting the efficiency of integrated public space management

Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 31 March 2026: Dubai Municipality has announced the successful management of the impacts associated with the “Azm” low-pressure weather system through a proactive and integrated operational framework that ensured community safety, service continuity, and rapid recovery across the Emirate.

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Business & Investments

du holds Annual General Assembly meeting and approves a total cash dividend of AED 2.9 billion for 2025

Dubai, UAE, March 31, 2026: du, the leading telecom and digital services provider, held its Annual General Assembly Meeting at its headquarters in Dubai Hills Business Park 2, Dubai. At the meeting, shareholders approved the financial statements for the year ended 31 December 2025 and endorsed the Board of Directors’ recommendation to distribute a cash dividend of AED 1.8 billion for the second half of 2025.

This brings the total cash dividends for 2025 to AED 2.9 billion. With a dividend of AED 40 fils per share for the second half of the year, du’s total cash dividend for 2025 reaches AED 64 fils per share, marking a new benchmark in the company’s dividend distribution and reflecting its strong growth and outstanding performance. Shareholders also allected Mr. Matar AlBlooshi as a new board member.

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