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ADGMA, Ethara Sign MoU to Develop Next-Gen Emirati Talent

by Madaline Dunn
written by Madaline Dunn

Abu Dhabi Global Market Academy (ADGMA), the knowledge arm of the international financial centre of Abu Dhabi, announced the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding with Ethara, a regional live event management company and venue operator, to develop next-generation Emirati talent.

The two parties shared that they aim to establish an educational hub to develop training programmes to meet evolving skill requirements and launch National Development Programmes to support the onboarding, development, and retention of Emirati talent within different job roles.

The two entities will also collaborate with the National Development Program and Financial Job Centre to advance existing and upcoming Emirati talent with professional employability skills.

The MoU will also launch new courses for skill and competency development.

Mansoor Jaffar, CEO of ADGM Academy & Research Centre at ADGMA, said: “At ADGM Academy, we are committed to fostering the growth and development of Emirati talent to meet the changing demands of the market. This partnership with Ethara is a reflection of the significant steps we are taking towards creating a dynamic educational hub that will not only upskill our workforce but also ensure that our national talent is equipped with the competencies needed to thrive in an ever-evolving professional environment.

Adding: “Together, we will build a strong foundation for continuous learning and professional development, driving innovation and excellence across industries.”

Ahmed Lari, Chief Corporate Services Officer at Ethara, commented: “We are delighted to announce our collaboration with ADGM Academy, through which we aim to empower the next generation of industry leaders in the region. With a wealth of world-class, international expertise within our organisation, and through our operations in Abu Dhabi and Dubai, we are dedicated to playing our part in nurturing Emirati talent in the industry.”

It was shared that a joint working group will be established with representatives from both ADGMA and Ethara to supervise the implementation of the provisions highlighted in the MoU while also overlooking decision-making in the identified fields of cooperation.

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Saudi Green Initiative Launches Namour to Inspire Environmental Action Among Youth

by Madaline Dunn
written by Madaline Dunn

Saudi Green Initiative (SGI) has announced the launch of Namour, a character designed to inspire environmental action among young people in Saudi Arabia.

The initiative is supported by the Ministry of Education, which, together with SGI, will leverage Namour’s presence in educational environments and online platforms to bolster environmental awareness and action among children and youth in the Kingdom. Indeed, the collaborative effort will provide creative resources to promote learning and engagement about climate and sustainability.

Named after the Arabic word for Arabian leopard (Nimr), Namour [n’æmoː͡ɹ] also aims to raise awareness about the critically endangered status of the Arabian leopard and the importance of conservation efforts.

SGI highlighted the Kingdom’s initiatives in this area, including its breeding programs and rewilding efforts, aimed at protecting the species.

It shared that in 2023, seven Arabian leopard cubs were born under the conservation breeding program in Taif.

The program has nearly doubled the number of leopards under its protection since it began.

Additionally, under SGI, more than 1,660 endangered animals have been rewilded in Saudi Arabia’s growing nature reserves, including Arabian oryx, Arabian sand gazelles, and Nubian ibex.

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ADCCI and Hertech Partner to Drive Private Sector Climate Neutrality

by Madaline Dunn
written by Madaline Dunn

The Abu Dhabi Chamber of Commerce and Industry (ADCCI) has announced a cooperation agreement with Hertech Ltd, aimed at providing “innovative” digital sustainability solutions to ADCCI members and private sector representatives in Abu Dhabi to drive private sector climate neutrality.

It was shared that these solutions will support efforts to achieve environmental sustainability, promote sustainable economic development, and motivate companies to improve their overall performance and digital capabilities.

The two parties will develop customised strategies for private sector companies to integrate and apply best practices in digital sustainability through their online digital platforms. 

The cooperation aims to improve companies’ awareness of digital carbon footprints and their environmental impact by providing guidance on achieving climate neutrality. 

It is also aimed at enhancing cooperation through joint workshops and training courses to improve private sector companies’ knowledge of environmental sustainability and the adoption of the highest governance and social and environmental responsibility standards.

His Excellency Ahmed Khalifa Al Qubaisi, CEO of the ADCCI, commented: “This partnership aligns with the Abu Dhabi Chamber’s efforts to support environmental and economic sustainability. It also contributes to incentivizing private sector companies to adopt the highest standards of governance and social and environmental responsibility to contribute to enhancing flexibility and business growth. This is in line with the National Agenda for Economic Development and Abu Dhabi’s vision of transitioning into the Green Falcon Economy.

“The Abu Dhabi Chamber will continue its efforts to support the private sector and enhance its contributions to the national economy and environmental sustainability, by exploring ways to cooperate with local and international government and private entities in this field. We will also launch initiatives and projects that improve the business ecosystem, enhancing diversity, competitiveness, and sustainable growth,” he added.

Farrah Washash, Founder and Managing Director of Hertech Ltd, said: “We find ourselves at a pivotal stage where achieving digital sustainability is essential, not just for environmental considerations but also for enhancing business prospects. As the global reliance on digital platforms for commerce intensifies so does the demand for increased energy and resources. 

“Strengthening these foundations with sustainable resources and green energy, employing best-practice design, and implementing robust development practices will enable us to make a substantial positive impact on reducing our carbon footprint. We take great pride in being active partners in this ongoing effort for transformative change with the Abu Dhabi Chamber of Commerce.”

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MBSC joins local and global partners to support family enterprises in Saudi Arabia  

by Madaline Dunn
written by Madaline Dunn

Prince Mohammed Bin Salman College of Business and Entrepreneurship (MBSC) and its MBSC Observatory for Entrepreneurship, Sustainable Innovation & Family Business are partnering with local and international partners to provide training modules focused on Family Enterprises in Saudi Arabia, it has been announced.  

Unveiled during the event “Unlock Legacy, Foster Innovation: Navigating the Future of Family Business,” organised by Prince Mohammed Bin Salman College, the primary partnership involves an agreement with ‘The National Center for Family Business (NCFB) to:

  • Develop training modules, 
  • Collaborate on research, 
  • Create Arabic content, 
  • Provide entrepreneurial support, 
  • Organise events, 
  • Establish a Saudi Family Business Executives Club, and
  • Facilitate knowledge exchange between centres.   

This was signed by Dr Ayth Al Mubarak, CEO of the centre, and Dr Zeger Degraeve, Dean of Prince Mohammed bin Salman College. 

The second partnership with the STEP Project Global Consortium aims to cooperate on training programs, research, and local content creation for family enterprises, provide entrepreneurship and business development services, collaborate on organising events, and share knowledge to access resources and experts for mutual goals locally and internationally. 

Dr Rodrigo Basco, Chairman of STEP and Dr Zeger Degraeve, Dean of Prince Mohammed bin Salman College, signed the agreement. 

Dr Degraeve commented: “We at MBSC are proud of the outcomes of the event and the partnerships signed. Events like this embody MBSC’s steadfast commitment to world-class education, aligning seamlessly with HRH MBSC’s vision for national priorities, particularly the advancement of the educational system. The college stands as a beacon of excellence and quality, playing a pivotal role in shaping a vibrant society and a thriving economy.” 

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Dubai to host IFCC World Lab 2024 in May

by Madaline Dunn
written by Madaline Dunn

Dubai is gearing up to host the IFCC World Lab 2024, a global conference convening laboratory professionals and scientists worldwide, from 26 to 30 May, marking the first time the event is held in the MEA region and the first time outside Europe. 

The event will be held under the patronage of Sheikh Nahyan bin Mubarak Al Nahyan, Minister of Tolerance and Coexistence and Chairman of the UAE Genetic Diseases Association (UAEGDA), and will be located at the Dubai World Trade Centre. 

The conference will feature speakers and exhibitors from 107 countries, with 227 speakers from 67 nationalities.

The speakers include 63 from the Middle East, of which six are Emirati. There are also eight speakers from South America, 63 from North America, 16 from Africa, 83 from Europe, nine from Australia, and 75 from Asia.

The details of the event were shared at a press conference hosted by the Dubai Press Club, where it was outlined that the conference will serve as a platform to facilitate the free and open exchange of information on the science and technology of clinical chemistry and laboratory medicine in the academic, clinical, and industrial settings.

The conference will feature five events, including:

  • The 26th International Summit on Clinical Chemistry and Laboratory Medicine IFCC World Lab 2024; 
  • 17th Arab Union Summit for Biochemistry; 
  • The 10th Conference of the Saudi Society for Biochemistry; 
  • The 8th International Conference on Genetic Disorders 2024; and 
  • The 3rd edition of the UAE Award for Genetic Disorder Reduction.

The press conference was attended by Ahmed Al Jumairi, Senior Manager, Dubai Business Events; Dr. Mariam Mohammed Matar, Founder and President of the UAE Genetic Diseases Association; Dr. Fareeda Al Shemali, Deputy Chairperson of the UAE Award for Genetic Disorder Reduction; Dr. Rachel Stratton, Head of the Scientific Program of the UAE Genetic Diseases Association; Hamoud Al Mahmoud, Chief Content Officer of the MAJARRA Platform; Saif Al Rahmani, Founder and President of the ‘Thank You for Your Giving’ volunteer team; and Salah Jafer, CEO of ESG Mena, which is the event’s strategic partner.

The conference will, for the first time, highlight clinical practices in regenerative medicine and healthy aging, and conclude with a scientific discussion conducted in Arabic, covering all topics addressed during the summit.

Further, a panel of selected clinical specialists will engage in a comprehensive dialogue on the advancements and insights shared during the event.

The summit will commence with a lecture on genomics in the Middle East presented by Prof. Fouzan Sami Al Kuria, Professor of Human Genetics at King Faisal University, Saudi Arabia.

At the press conference this week, Dr Fareeda Al Shemali, Deputy Chairperson of the UAE Award for Genetic Disorder Reduction, announced the launch of the third edition of the UAE International Genomics Awards, which will focus on the future of medicine. 

The award aims to recognise and promote cutting-edge advances in crucial areas of medical science, and invites nominations from an array of fields including genomic medicine, artificial intelligence, machine learning, precision medicine, precision health, regenerative medicine, nanotechnology, and microbiome.

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Orange Jordan hosts two-day boot camp for female entrepreneurs and startup founders

by Madaline Dunn
written by Madaline Dunn

Orange Jordan recently hosted a two-day boot camp targeted at 20 female entrepreneurs and startup founders.

The boot camp was aimed at boosting their readiness to attract investments and seek funds, a strategic phase within the overall growth of their startups, especially in the early stages, said Orange Jordan. It spotlighted a number of key areas, including the best practices to attract investments and the legal aspects of business.

The event was organised in partnership with the “Promoting job opportunities for micro, small and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs)” project, implemented by German Development Cooperation (GIZ) on behalf of the Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development and in collaboration with Beyond Capital.

A series of trainings and workshops will also be organised to build on the knowledge that the participants acquired in this boot camp, it was shared.

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Orange Jordan and HTU sign apprenticeship agreement

by Madaline Dunn
written by Madaline Dunn

Orange Jordan and Al Hussein Technical University (HTU), a Crown Prince Foundation initiative, have signed an agreement to launch an apprenticeship to enhance the workplace and employability skills of HTU’s students in several technology domains.

These include: 

  • Data Science, 
  • Data Engineering, 
  • Artificial Intelligence, 
  • Robotic Process Automation, 
  • Cybersecurity and others.

The apprenticeship will span six to eight months. 

Orange Jordan’s CEO, Philippe Mansour, and HTU’s President, Prof. Ismael Al-Hinti, signed the agreement on behalf of both parties.

Mansour stressed the key role of such partnerships in enabling young women and men to be an influential part of the course of the global digital revolution. 

Mansour praised the extended partnership with HTU, which led to the implementation of several initiatives to empower youth with digital knowledge.

Meanwhile, Prof. Al-Hinti underlined the importance of working together with Orange Jordan to provide HTU’s students with the best education and training.

Orange Jordan shared that it has supported numerous initiatives and activities at HTU, including the sponsorship of the National SUMO Robot Contest which was organised by HTU in 2023 at the King Hussein Business Park. It saw the participation of 150 teams, 600 students, and more than 50 educational institutions from across Jordan. 

In 2022, Orange Jordan also inaugurated the Digital Village at HTU to provide students with a set of digital educational and entertainment solutions to enrich their digital knowledge.

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LSEG collaborates with the Arab Federation of Capital Markets

by Madaline Dunn
written by Madaline Dunn

LSEG (London Stock Exchange Group) and the Arab Federation of Capital Markets (AFCM) have announced a collaboration aimed at providing investors with access to tools and information to enhance the visibility and understanding of the MENA region.

LSEG’s Workspace will become a platform for exclusive content generated by AFCM members, it shared.

This will include comprehensive market research, analytical reports, insightful infographics, expert commentary, and interactive charts from over ten Middle Eastern exchanges.

It will also feature the dissemination of financial information through Zawya news channels.

Commenting on the collaboration, Rami El-Dokany, Secretary General of AFCM, said: “LSEG’s historical relationship with Arab stock exchanges has been instrumental in knowledge sharing and regional market growth. This collaboration is set to broaden our reach and impact, allowing us to connect with a diverse array of investors, analysts, and stakeholders, and to cast light on the emerging trends and sectoral performance of MENA’s capital markets.”

Nadim Najjar, Managing Director, Central and Eastern Europe, Middle East and Africa, LSEG, said that the initiative marks a “new chapter” in the sharing of insights of Arab capital markets to a global investor landscape.

“With this collaboration, AFCM and LSEG can make significant contributions to the enhancement and development of the MENA region’s capital market ecosystem,” said Najjar.

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Cigna Healthcare organises health checks for workers

by Madaline Dunn
written by Madaline Dunn

Cigna Healthcare recently organised a series of health checks and information sessions to support manual and low-paid workers in the UAE.

The global health services company shared that the sessions supported hundreds of workers in understanding their health insurance benefits, rights, and the importance of health checkups and health and safety in the workplace.

Under the initiative, Cigna Healthcare teamed up with LVL Wellbeing to conduct wellness checkups for over 200 participants working in construction, manufacturing, and maintenance across Dubai.

The sessions included stress assessments and comprehensive health evaluations.

One session was dedicated to workers largely from the mechanics sector, where health screenings for blood pressure and blood sugar levels were offered.

In partnership with primary healthcare provider Right Health, Cigna also facilitated discussions on workplace safety, including hazards like welding fumes and lead dust.

Both events were supported by the Community Development Authority and SmartLife, a non-governmental organisation that works with working communities in the UAE.

Leah Cotterill, the Chief Distribution Officer for Cigna Healthcare Middle East, commented: ‘These events were more than just health checkups. They were about connecting, sharing knowledge, and reinforcing that we’re all in this together. They underscore our mission to enhance the health and vitality of the people we serve, helping them create a better future and achieve their physical, mental, financial, or social health goals. It’s about more than just healthcare; it’s about building a community of support and compassion.’

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Canon collaborates with DBWC to launch ‘Women Who Empower’ campaign 

by Madaline Dunn
written by Madaline Dunn

Canon has announced its collaboration with the Dubai Business Women Council (DBWC) to launch the ‘Women Who Empower’ campaign. 

It was shared that the initiative aims to uplift and support women in the imaging and print industries through webinars, mentorship opportunities, and networking events.

The programme includes three modules: printing, photography, and content creation. Each module has four sessions: two theory and two practical.

The classes include technical instruction, foundational theory, and a month of supervised Canon equipment practice in the chosen field.

The third module, on content creation, is led by award-winning Emirati film director and producer Nahla Al Fahad​​, who will provide extensive training on the fundamental abilities and knowledge required to produce engaging video material. During the sessions, those involved will gain competence with cameras, narrative strategies, and hands-on video production experience, the two said. 

Jorge Ferrari​, sport, action, commercial photographer, and a Canon Ambassador will lead the photography curriculum, with sessions exploring the principles of photography, focusing on narrative and offering hands-on activities to refine photographic techniques.

Ayman Ali​, Marketing Director, B2B, Canon Middle East, will lead the printing module, providing insights on printing options for applications such as customised interior décor, studio settings, and photography portfolios. 

Upon completing the program, participants will produce and present a portfolio showcasing their work.

Canon will provide resources, including imaging and printing equipment, and will identify and provide trainers, it noted.

At the end of the program, participants will be rewarded with Canon products and featured on Canon’s official platforms.

The interactive workshops will be conducted at Nahla Al Fahad’s Beyond Studio’s and one of UAE’s ArtPlus studios.

Commenting on the program, Venkatasubramanian (Subbu) Hariharan, Managing Director, Canon Middle East, and Turkey, said: “Women Who Empower initiative embodies Canon’s unwavering dedication to diversity, inclusivity, and women empowerment. We believe that by providing women with the necessary resources, training, and support, we can drive positive change and unlock their full potential in these dynamic industries.”

“We are delighted to collaborate with Canon on the “Women Who Empower” campaign, a game-changing project highlighting our shared dedication to empowering women in the print and imaging divisions. By working together, we hope to give women the resources and chances they need to excel in these sectors, advancing inclusiveness and social change,” said Nadine Halabi, Business Development Manager at Dubai Business Women Council (DBWC), at the launch event for the initiative.

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