A major regional conference in Cairo highlighted how citizen-led initiatives can make a real difference when it comes to the way our cities deal with transportation challenges. In October, the Friedrich Ebert Foundation and the Access to Knowledge for Development…
Dubai, 17/05/2017 – Day 2 of the ArabNet Digital Summit 2017 began with the launch of the second edition of “The State of Digital Investments in MENA (2013-2016)” report – published in partnership between ArabNet and Dubai SME. “MENA witnessed…
Sky Software solutions used by IHG after continued success. InterContinental Hotels Group continues to adopt Sky Software hospitality solutions and implement Sky Horizon Quality & Guest Services Management system (Horizon QMS) at two of IHG upscale properties in Cairo and Salalah….
Yahoo, the troubled Internet giant that famously bought Jordan’s Maktoob, said it plans to close its last remaining Middle Eastern office in April. In a statement, Yahoo said the decision to shutter its Dubai office came as part of the…
Uber recently launched its massively in-demand smartphone app in Amman, allowing passengers in the capital to hail a ride at the touch of a button. But will it encounter the same resistance as it has elsewhere? And with several other…
Al Rai’s relations with the government have soured as the rancorous debate continues over the future of Jordan’s troubled daily newspapers. By Osama Al Sharif The crisis engulfing Jordan’s daily newspapers continues to show no sign of abating after Al-Rai’s…
These are tough times for our region’s hotels, but Mövenpick is still gaining ground. By Dina al Wakeel Tourism in our part of the world is far from being in rude health. Instability has scared many foreign tourists away, leaving…