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Sakaka, February 25, 2026, SPA — Parks and sports fields across Al-Jouf Region and its governorates draw large numbers of visitors, particularly young people, during Ramadan nights. In recent years, Al-Jouf Municipality has developed numerous parks and established 44 sports fields, alongside additional facilities operated by the private sector. The public spaces provide a welcoming environment for families and individuals seeking a pleasant outdoor setting during Ramadan evenings. The sports fields also serve as an important outlet for young people and sports enthusiasts across the region, offering a space for recreation, competition, and

Riyadh, February 05, 2026, SPA — The Esports World Cup Foundation announced the launch of the international qualification program for the championship, titled “Road to the Esports World Cup 2026.” The program includes more than 230 tournaments held across various regions and levels of competition worldwide, forming a unified pathway that runs throughout the season and culminates in the highly anticipated global event in Riyadh, scheduled from July 6 to August 23. The program aims to unify qualification systems across multiple games under a single global calendar, providing clear pathways for amateur and professional players an

Saudi Arabia, February 3, 2026 – Initial has launched TagPoint, a QR and Near Field Communication (NFC)-enabled solution designed to simplify and improve how facilities management service requests are raised, logged and managed across client sites. Developed to support faster response times and improve service visibility, TagPoint enables building users and client teams to submit requests instantly via mobile, strengthening operational tracking from request to resolution. The launch reflects increasing demand across the facilities and support services sector for mobile-first engagement, real-time responsiveness and clearer data-driven o

Riyadh, February 4, 2026, SPA — The Fashion Commission and global luxury group Kering announced Tuesday the launch of the “Kering Generation Award X MENA” across the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) for 2026. They made the announcement during the opening of the RLC Global Forum, hosted at the Embassy of France in Riyadh. This year’s award builds on the strong success of the 2025 award, which attracted more than 500 applications, shortlisted 21 finalists, and recognized three winners. Participants benefited from mentorship programs, workshops, and opportunities to strengthen their global presence. Building on this momentum

Riyadh, January 30, 2026, SPA — The Saudi Data and Artificial Intelligence Authority (SDAIA) launched the National Cross-Disciplinary Curriculum for University Students in Data and AI for university students across disciplines. It provides practical fundamentals for understanding data and using AI tools responsibly to support learning, work, and decision-making. The launch took place during the International Conference on Data and AI Capacity Building (ICAN 2026). SDAIA is organizing the conference in academic partnership with King Saud University, in knowledge partnership with the Human Capability Development Program, and in strategic pa

This year’s expanded content programme delivers practical insights on sustainability, project management, digital workflows and façade innovation. Council for International Accreditation of Architecture & Design (CIAAD) Masterclasses introduced this year as a direct response to the evolving industry demands, addressing AI and sustainable design Riyadh, Saudi Arabia | 21 December 2025 – With Saudi Arabia’s construction and architecture driven by mega projects, Vision 2030 ambitions and a drive for sustainable, heritage-inspired design, the country is pursuing futuristic urban development that honours cultural identity and

NEW PARTNERSHIP SUPPORTS THE HOLY CITIES EVOLVING HOSPITALITY LANDSCAPE, PARTICULARLY IN MADINAH, AT A TIME OF ROBUST VISITOR GROWTH AND DEMAND FOR INTERNATIONALLY BRANDED HOTELS. MADINAH, KINGDOM OF SAUDI ARABIA, DECEMBER 16, 2025 — Accor, a world-leading hospitality group and the largest hotel operator in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, has signed an agreement with Madinah-based developer Arbah Taiba for Real Estate Development and Investment, to develop Novotel Madinah North. The new hotel will be located minutes from the iconic Al Masjid an-Nabawi and is scheduled to open in 2028. The collaboration draws on Arbah Taiba’s lo

SHEGLAM invites beauty lovers across the GCC to step into a new hair universe with the regional launch of SHEGLAM Hair, its newest category dedicated to empowering self-expression through trend-driven styling tools and innovative hair essentials. Now officially available across Saudi Arabia, the UAE, Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain, and Oman, the line brings professional-grade performance, intuitive design, and everyday creativity to consumers across the region. Their extensive selection of trendsetting products and bestselling haircare and styling tools will leave you feeling confident, comfortable and entirely your own. Earlier this month, S

The new board members bring a powerful mix of institutional market expertise, fintech innovation, and regulated brokerage leadership The post Governance meets ambition: CFI group adds industry titans to its board appeared first on Gulf Business.

Women are no longer simply participants, they are innovators and decision-makers shaping industries from AI to FMCG and finance The post When women lead: Inside the global shift transforming boardrooms and tech hubs appeared first on Gulf Business.