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EmpowerME equips 86,000+ youth across MENA and Türkiye with job and enterprise skills in first year
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EmpowerME equips 86,000+ youth across MENA and Türkiye with job and enterprise skills in first year

EmpowerME has equipped more than 86,000 young people across MENA and Türkiye with practical skills for work and entrepreneurship in its first year, pairing intensive, mentor‑led learning with ambassador‑led local trainings. The three‑year, USD 6 million partnership by the Starbucks Foundation and Alshaya Group, delivered with INJAZ Al‑Arab/JA MENA and Habitat Association, aims to empower 250,000 youth across nine markets. INJAZ engaged 41,769 youth across Egypt, Kuwait, Lebanon, Saudi Arabia, and the UAE. Of these, 5,013 participated in intensive, hands‑on programs such as the Company Program, Innovation Day Camps, Sustainability & Green Entrepreneurship, and employability pathways; a further 36,756 joined webinars and short‑format sessions. Among the intensive cohorts wer...
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Germany summons Russian ambassador over drones in Polish airspace
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Germany summons Russian ambassador over drones in Polish airspace

The German government on Friday summoned the Russian ambassador to express its dismay over the incursion of drones into Polish airspace, an act Berlin is treating as a deliberate provocation by Moscow. The Foreign Office wrote on X that the actions of Russian President Vladimir Putin were "dangerous" and "unacceptable." "NATO stands united to defend our alliance territory and our security," the ministry wrote. France and the Netherlands have also summoned Russian envoys following the violation of Poland's airspace by 19 Russian drones, which occurred late Tuesday and early Wednesday during attacks on neighbouring Ukraine. The threat led to a scramble by the Polish Air Force and NATO allies to shoot down the unmanned aircraft. It was the first time Russian drones had been taken ...
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RDF Mourns Lt Gen Innocent Kabandana
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RDF Mourns Lt Gen Innocent Kabandana

The Rwanda Defence Force (RDF) has announced with deep sorrow the passing of Lieutenant General Innocent Kabandana. According to a statement from the RDF, Lt Gen Kabandana died on Sunday, September 7, 2025, at the Rwanda Military Referral and Teaching Hospital after succumbing to natural causes. The RDF described him as a dedicated officer who served the nation with honour, patriotism, and valour throughout his military career. “The Rwanda Defence Force extends its condolences and joins the family in mourning during this difficult time. May his soul rest in peace,” the statement read. Lt Gen Kabandana’s death marks a significant loss to the Rwandan military fraternity, where he was widely respected for his leadership and service to the country.
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Dubai Chambers and International Chamber of Commerce Launch Chamber Benchmarking Tool to Enhance Performance and Competitiveness of Global Chambers
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Dubai Chambers and International Chamber of Commerce Launch Chamber Benchmarking Tool to Enhance Performance and Competitiveness of Global Chambers

Dubai Chambers, in collaboration with the International Chamber of Commerce (ICC) and the World Chambers Federation (WCF), has launched the Chamber Benchmarking Tool, a first-of-its-kind platform enabling chambers of commerce to access best practices and benchmark their performance against global standards. Unveiled during the 14th World Chambers Congress in Melbourne, Australia, the initiative was showcased to 1,200 chamber leaders and officials from over 100 countries. As the premier global gathering for chamber representatives, the event is a vital platform for exchanging expertise and strengthening international networks. The tool is designed to transform the global chamber ecosystem by enhancing institutional performance and empowering chambers to deliver improved services, stre...
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Putin rejects Western security in Ukraine, warning troops would be target
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Putin rejects Western security in Ukraine, warning troops would be target

Russian President Vladimir Putin has rejected Western proposals for a "reassurance force" in Ukraine the day after any ceasefire comes into place, following a Paris summit aimed at finalising plans for security guarantees. French President Emmanuel Macron said 26 of Ukraine's allies had formally committed to deploying troops "by land, sea or air" to help provide security the moment fighting was brought to a halt.  He did not detail any of the countries involved. Putin sought to quash the allies' initiative, with a warning that any troops deployed to Ukraine would be "legitimate targets", especially if they appeared now, even though there are no plans for an immediate deployment. There seems little hope of a ceasefire for now, after last month's summit in Alaska between Put...
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WETEX Opens Broad Investment Horizons for International Companies
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WETEX Opens Broad Investment Horizons for International Companies

• DEWA will organise the exhibition from 30 September to 2 October 2025 Under the directives of HH Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, and the patronage of HH Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, Chairman of the Dubai Supreme Council of Energy, Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) will organise the 27th edition of the Water, Energy, Technology and Environment Exhibition (WETEX) from 30 September to 2 October 2025 at the Dubai World Trade Centre. WETEX embodies the UAE's pioneering position in clean and renewable energy and sustainability. It also supports Dubai's ambitious vision of a sustainable economy. The exhibition covers multiple areas including water, energy, smart cities, green mobility, artif...
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Trident’s DRC Pass Digital Identity System Recognized at Africa Singapore Business Forum as Model for International Collaboration
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Trident’s DRC Pass Digital Identity System Recognized at Africa Singapore Business Forum as Model for International Collaboration

Singapore-based tech firm's nationwide digital ID platform for 110 million DRC citizens highlighted by Minister Grace Fu as exemplar of Singapore-Africa partnership Trident Digital Tech Holdings Ltd. (“Trident” or the “Company,” NASDAQ: TDTH), a Singapore-based catalyst for digital transformation and Web 3.0 activation, was prominently featured during the Africa Singapore Business Forum 2025, with Singapore's Minister for Sustainability and the Environment, Grace Fu, highlighting the company's groundbreaking DRC Pass digital identity system as a prime example of successful Singapore-Africa collaboration. During her keynote address, Minister Fu specifically recognized Trident's partnership with the Democratic Republic of Congo to implement a nationwide digital identification system th...
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Waldorf Astoria Residences Ras Al Khaimah Set to Redefine Luxury Living in the UAE
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Waldorf Astoria Residences Ras Al Khaimah Set to Redefine Luxury Living in the UAE

The first Waldorf Astoria branded residences in the Gulf Region offering exclusivity, five-star living, and prime investment potential in Ras Al Khaimah’s fastest-growing market Ras Al Khaimah’s property market is witnessing strong momentum, and the upcoming Waldorf Astoria Residences Ras Al Khaimah is emerging as a landmark launch. With only 38 residences, including a singular ultra-luxury sky palace, the project blends prestige, privacy, and long-term value within one of the UAE’s most iconic five-star resorts. A Rising Market with Strong Fundamentals According to CBRE, residential prices in Ras Al Khaimah surged 39% year-on-year in Q1 2025, with luxury branded projects leading performance. Tourism is also accelerating — welcoming 1.3 million visitors in 2024 and targeting 3 mil...
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Hamad Bin Khalifa University to Host Conference on AI Ethics 
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Hamad Bin Khalifa University to Host Conference on AI Ethics 

Hamad Bin Khalifa University (HBKU) will be hosting a landmark conference in Doha on AI Ethics: The Convergence of Technology and Diverse Moral Traditions from September 28–29, 2025. This milestone event is set to be an important convergence point for leading academics, policy makers, tech industry experts, ethicists, and others, to explore how AI is transforming societies and how globally diverse value systems should frame its responsible development and deployment. Socially-disruptive technologies are increasingly affecting our daily lives and, with technological innovation outpacing regulatory frameworks worldwide, meaningful international action is needed to ethically shape rules and guidelines to protect cultural and human norms. The conference will highlight the need ...
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Ras Al Khaimah, UAE, is undeniably one of the fastest-growing real estate markets in the Middle East: industry leaders
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Ras Al Khaimah, UAE, is undeniably one of the fastest-growing real estate markets in the Middle East: industry leaders

Ras Al Khaimah is experiencing an unprecedented real estate boom, rapidly emerging as among the most dynamic property markets in the UAE, guided by the forward-looking vision of His Highness Sheikh Saud bin Saqr Al Qasimi, UAE Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Ras Al Khaimah.  The Emirate is shaping its skyline as it builds its resilient, diversified economy, in line with a strategy that centers around sound planning, sustainability, enhancing quality of life and world-class developments. In recent years, property sales and prices have surged in Ras Al Khaimah, driven by a wave of hospitality, commercial and residential projects. An expected population growth from 0.4 million to 0.65 million by 2030 is set to generate demand fo...
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