His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, the Crown Prince of Dubai, said that the city’s commitment to delivering exceptional government services through a unified model. This model is designed to create a significant impact on people’s lives by ensuring that services are accessible, efficient, and tailored to the needs of the...
The Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) has introduced a simplified process for obtaining no-objection certificates (NOCs) for electricity and water as part of its initiative to streamline government procedures and enhance service delivery. This NOC is available for enrolled contractors and consultants who are looking to secure building permits. Credit: ZAWYA DEWA offers the...
Kuwait has introduced stringent regulations regarding the hiring of expatriates, mandating that employers must obtain security screening approval prior to issuing work permits. This new rule is part of the government’s efforts to regulate the employment of foreign workers in the country. Credit: ZAWYA The Ministry of Social Affairs and Labor stated that these measures...
The Electronic Government Authority of the United Arab Emirates has announced a significant partnership with the government of Uganda. Presight, a prominent technology firm, has signed a landmark Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) aimed at accelerating Uganda’s national digital transformation agenda. Credit: ZAWYA This agreement emphasizes the commitment of both parties to enhance digital services in...
The Abu Dhabi Civil Defence Authority has initiated the Hassantuk for Homes campaign aimed at improving community readiness for emergencies and promoting home safety. This initiative is part of the authority’s ongoing efforts to enhance preventive safety measures within the community. Credit: Abu Dhabi Media Office The campaign focuses on educating residents about the importance...
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan welcomed a delegation from the Department of Government Enablement – Abu Dhabi, along with the winners of the first edition of the Abu Dhabi Effortless Customer Experience Award. The meeting took place at Qasr Al Bahr. The meeting was also attended by His Highness Sheikh...
Sharjah has announced a new category of leave aimed at supporting women in the emirate. The policy, known as “Care Leave,” was recently approved by Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, the Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah. This initiative is designed specifically for female employees who give birth to a sick child...
Saudi Arabia has achieved the top rank for the third consecutive year in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region according to the 2024 Government Electronic and Mobile Services Maturity Index. This index, published by the UN Economic and Social Commission for Western Asia, evaluates the effectiveness of government services delivered through electronic applications...
The Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) has issued a Request for Quotation (RFQ) number 2012502259, seeking proposals for rechargeable batteries. The specific requirement is for Lithium Ion (Li-Ion) batteries that are compatible with Brother label machines, with specifications including a voltage of 7.2V DC and a capacity of 1850mAh. Credit: DEWA Interested suppliers must...
The National Human Rights Institution (NHRI) recently conducted an introductory visit to the Sharjah Police General Headquarters as part of its efforts to enhance institutional cooperation and promote human rights in the United Arab Emirates. Major General Abdullah Mubarak bin Amer, the Commander-in-Chief of Sharjah Police, welcomed the NHRI delegation led by Chairperson Maqsoud Kruse....