Serdal International introduces passenger ferry service in Comoros

Serdal International, a joint venture of AD Ports Group, and Resources Investment, an Abu Dhabi-based investment company, has launched a new passenger ferry service in the Comoros island archipelago in East Africa, the first to also transport...

Serdal International launches new passenger, vehicle ferry service in Comoros

A new passenger ferry service in the Comoros island archipelago in East Africa, the first to also transport vehicles, was launched during an official ceremony on the island of Anjouan, attended by Azali Assoumani, President of The Union of The...

Gaza's children face third year of disrupted schooling

As a new academic year begins at many places around the world, students in the Gaza Strip are facing their third consecutive year without full access to education due to Israel's war on the enclave. Despite this, education authorities and schools...

Victor Wanyama lands role at FIFPRO Global Player Council

Harambee Stars Victor Wanyama dribbles the ball past Comoros player during Group G match of the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers at Kasarani stadium. [Jonah Onyango, Standard] Former Harambee Stars captain Victor Wanyama has been selected to...

Etihad Rail signs deal with Dubai Metro operator to run passenger services

The UAE's Etihad Rail passenger service project has reached an important milestone after an agreement was signed on overseeing the running of trains on the network. Etihad Rail on Tuesday announced a venture with Keolis International, a French...

U.S. Embassy Official Eager for Ghana–USA Rivalry at 2026 World Cup

Press Attaché at the U.S. Embassy in Ghana, Matthew Asada, has expressed his excitement at the prospect of rekindling the historic rivalry between Ghana and the United States at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. With just 254 days to the global showpiece,...

InterviewSharjah National Oil Corporation 'hopeful' of discovering more gas reserves

Sharjah National Oil Corporation plans to continue exploring gasfields in the emirate and is “hopeful” of discovering more reserves amid growing energy demand. “We started our ambitious exploration programme in 2016 by launching a seismic survey...

IsDB Approves $1.27bn Projects Across 12 Nations, $50m for Agriculture in Nigeria

Members of Board of Executive Directors of Islamic Development Bank (IsDB) have approved a substantial number of projects amounting to about US$1.27 billion across 12 member countries in Asia, Africa and MENA. At their 362nd meeting on September...

Syrian & Palestinian Stories Set For Cinemed & Aflamuna’s 4th Project Incubator Meeting

EXCLUSIVE: France’s Montpellier Mediterranean Film Festival, also known as Cinemed, and Beirut-based Arab cinema platform Aflamuna have unveiled the seven projects selected for its 4th project incubator event supporting independent filmmakers from...

What to Expect as Kenya Hosts COMESA Heads of State Next Week

Nairobi is set to be a flurry of activities starting this weekend, as delegates for COMESA events to be hosted at the Kenyatta International Convention Centre (KICC) jet into the country. The flurry of high-level delegates in the country will...

IsDB Directors Approve US$1.27bn to Spur Sustainable Devt, Build Resilient Economies in Nigeria, Member Countries

Sunday Okobi Members of Board of Executive Directors of Islamic Development Bank (IsDB) have approved a substantial number of projects amounting to about US$1.27 billion across 12 member countries in Asia, Africa and MENA. At their 362nd meeting...

US government shuts down after Congress fails to pass budget

The US government has shut down after Congress failed to pass a budget. Previous stopgap measures to fund the federal government have kicked the can down the road for months at a time, but Republicans and Democrats were unable to come to an...

Saudi Arabia launches $80m fashion fund tailored for domestic brands

Saudi Arabia's Merak Capital has set up a private equity fund tailored for the fashion sector that aims to bring local industry and talent to the global stage. The 300 million Saudi riyal ($80 million) Fashion Fund, managed by Merak – with the...

Developing nations accuse rich countries of broken climate promises at UN

NEW YORK: Leaders of developing countries threatened by climate change told rich nations at the United Nations General Assembly that they are falling far short of promises to fund measures to combat rising sea levels, droughts and deforestation....

IsDB Board of Executive Directors Approves Nearly US$ 1.27 Billion to Spur Sustainable Development and Build Resilient Economies across 12 Member Countries

Jeddah, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, 29 September 2025 – Members of the Board of Executive Directors of the Islamic Development Bank (IsDB) have approved a substantial range of projects amounting to approximately US$ 1.27 billion across 12 member...

Developing countries accuse rich of broken climate promises at UN

Audio By Carbonatix By Doyinsola Oladipo NEW YORK (Reuters) -Leaders of developing countries threatened by climate change told rich nations at the United Nations General Assembly that they are falling far short of promises to fund measures to...

Laila El Behery: Charting a path for Egyptian female footballers

This month at Right to Dream Park, a stadium in a town just outside Copenhagen, Laila El Behery struck an 85th-minute goal that helped secure a 3-1 victory for home side FC Nordsjaelland (FCN) over Finland’s KuPS. In the process, she became the...

Remo Stars Book Champions League Second Round after Zilimadjou Rout

Nigerian champions, Remo Stars sealed their place in the second round of the CAF Champions League yesterday after completing a comprehensive 5-0 aggregate victory over Comoros side US Zilimadjou. The Sky Blue Stars had effectively wrapped up the...

Sharjah panel discusses journey to Kerala

Renowned experts including writers and researchers during scientific sessions discussed various aspects of travel literature, and highlighted how personal journeys transcend geography to enrich knowledge, document history, and connect cultures....

China's vision on governance hailed globally

China's Global Governance Initiative has received broad support from developing countries, which have commended it for providing practical solutions to pressing global challenges, fostering shared prosperity, and adding fresh momentum to building...