Middle East & Africa

5+ hour, 23+ min ago   (559+ words) DUBAI – Emaar founder Mohamed Alabbar has offered a first glimpse of Dubai Mall Plaza and Hotel, teasing a new development in the heart of Downtown Dubai as the emirate continues to expand its retail and hospitality offerings. The teaser also…...

8+ hour, 25+ min ago   (77+ words) The meeting highlighted the longstanding partnership between the UAE and the World Economic Forum and their shared commitment to shaping the future His Highness Sheikh Hamdan met with Alois Zwinggi, President and CEO of the World Economic Forum. Picture credit:…...

5+ hour, 18+ min ago   (312+ words) The Housing Development Advocacy Network (HDAN) has called for the introduction of a nationwide rent-to-own housing programme to enable low- and middle-income Nigerians to become homeowners without the burden of substantial upfront payments. The organisation made the call while commending…...

4+ hour, 34+ min ago   (148+ words) Emaar Properties plans to invest $16-17 billion in Syria's real estate and tourism sectors, founder Mohamed Alabbar announced at RISE Summit 2026. He highlighted Syria's resources and economic potential, while also noting Emaar's AED150 billion sales backlog, stable pricing policy, and improving buyer…...

10+ hour, 2+ min ago   (200+ words) Al Mutawa explained that Shurooq’s approach to the real estate sector focuses on building urban communities that support the concept of a resilient economy and adapt to market changes. He noted that the authority had drawn up plans for its…...

9+ hour, 1+ min ago   (1501+ words) Wed, Oct 14, 2026 | Jumada al-Awwal 2, 1448 | Fajr 04:59|DXB 31.3°C The UAE's real estate market has been one of the standout growth stories of recent years. Record transaction volumes, rising property values, and strong international demand have helped position the country among the…...

18+ hour, 4+ min ago   (503+ words) OMRAN Group signed two development agreements with Hassan Allam Holding’s real estate arm, Grova Developments, for projects at Madinat Al Irfan in Muscat. Hassan Allam Holding is expanding its real estate development activities in Oman through two residential projects worth…...

10+ hour, 20+ min ago   (208+ words) The breakdown includes AED1.1 trillion, equivalent to roughly $299.5 billion, directed to real estate projects through 2030. Al Maktoum International Airport is allocated AED128 billion, or about $34.9 billion, and AED328 billion, around $89.3 billion, is set aside to expand the Emirates and flydubai fleets. Further allocations…...

16+ hour, 49+ min ago   (292+ words) Uzbekistan’s construction inspectorate recorded 3,166 violations of building standards that were remedied through demolition in January–September 2026, as it carried out more than 301,000 inspections at nearly 28,700 construction sites. The Inspectorate for Control in the Construction and Housing and Communal Services Sector…...

16+ hour, 46+ min ago   (357+ words) Abdullah bin Salem launches Sharjah Investment Forum 9th edition Data released by the Sharjah Real Estate Registration Department revealed that 9,891 new investors joined the real estate market in the Emirate of Sharjah between January and September 2026, demonstrating the market's capacity to…...