Healthcare | Wednesday 3 March, 2021 11:09 am

MOH: Tawakkalna and Strict Precautionary Measures Reduced the Spread of COVID-19 in Medina by Over 86%

 Ministry of Health (MOH) Spokesman, Dr. Mohammed Al-Abdulaali, announced the success of the precautionary and preventive health measures that the ministry implemented in cooperation with other authorities in reducing the number of cases infected with Coronavirus in Medina region by more than...

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Business & Money | Wednesday 3 March, 2021 9:08 am

ALHOKAIR AND ARABIAN CENTRES TO ACQUIRE 51% STAKE IN ONLINE FASHION RETAILER, VOGACLOSET, REDEFINING SAUDI SHOPPING EXPERIENCE

 Fawaz Abdulaziz Alhokair Co. (“Alhokair”), the leading franchise retailer in Saudi Arabia, and Arabian Centres Company (“ACC”), the leading owner, developer and operator of lifestyle shopping centres in Saudi Arabia, (together “the buyers”) have announced that they will acquire a...

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Technology & IT | Wednesday 3 March, 2021 7:09 am

HUAWEI MatePad New Version Breaks down Barriers to Collaboration Across Devices

Tech savvy consumers in Saudi Arabia want to be able to do more with the devices they have through integrated ecosystems, products and services. Modern users are more mobile and as a result the devices they use must fit into their daily life seamlessly. This is where the HUAWEI MatePad New Version...

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Sports | Wednesday 3 March, 2021 5:39 am

The Saudi Sports Media Federation gives two aspiring journalists the experience of a lifetime at the 2021 Diriyah E-Prix

 Two young aspiring journalists invited by the Ministry of Sport and the Saudi Arabian Sports Media Federation enjoyed an unforgettable experience at the ABB FIA Formula E 2021 Diriyah E-Prix held last weekend. The one-of-a-kind invitation comes as part of the ‘Promising Media Professional...

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Technology & IT | Wednesday 3 March, 2021 4:56 am

Samsung Named No.1 Global TV Manufacturer for 15 Consecutive Years

 Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. topped the global TV market for the 15th consecutive year, according to market research firm, Omdia. Newly released data published on February 23 notes that Samsung Electronics recorded 31.8% in global TV market share by revenue in Q4 2020 and retained the...

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Business & Money | Wednesday 3 March, 2021 4:10 am

HRSD urges new businesses to access its range of services on Qiwa

The Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development (HRSD) continues to offer support to small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and start-ups through its Qiwa platform which provides a range of online services developed to streamline and simplify labor law requirements for business owners.The aim...

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Business & Money | Wednesday 3 March, 2021 1:09 am

IMA® Collaborates with The Financial Academy to Bridge the Skills Gap in the Profession

 IMA® (Institute of Management Accountants) and Saudi Arabia’s Financial Academy have signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) in an effort to further the professional initiatives for both organizations. As part of the collaboration, The Financial Academy and IMA will create awareness of...

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Business & Money | Tuesday 2 March, 2021 1:29 pm

Cisco Small Business Partner Summit to Explore Growth Opportunities Across MEA

 Cisco’s Small Business Partner Summit is taking place virtually this week, outlining the importance and growth potential of the small business sector across the Middle East and Africa. Small businesses account for 44% of all IT spending and continue to outpace traditional enterprise...

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Business & Money | Tuesday 2 March, 2021 6:37 am

Saudi Arabia leads IPO market in MENA region during 2020, with four listings totaling US$1.45 billion

 According to the EY MENA IPO Eye Q4 2020 report, the MENA region saw nine IPOs raise proceeds of US$1.86 billion, a fall of 40% in total issuances and 94% in total proceeds when compared with 2019. Out of the nine issuances, six were in the real estate sector, of which two were real estate...

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Business & Money | Tuesday 2 March, 2021 5:22 am

Jadwa Investment Launches Mezzanine Financing Fund

 Jadwa Investment, Saudi Arabia’s leading investment management and advisory firm, announced today the launch of its first closed-ended mezzanine financing fund. The new Shariah-compliant offering is part of Jadwa’s ongoing commitment to expanding clients’ access to new asset...

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