In a gesture that blends elegance with intention, Novikov Café is marking Emirati Women’s Day with a gifting initiative that honours the women who quietly shape the world around them; at home, in their communities, and across the country. To commemorate the occasion, Novikov Café has
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Toyota enters team In a country where women were only granted the legal right to drive seven years ago, Saudi Arabia hosted the fourth edition of Rally Jameel, a navigation-based off-road rally exclusively for female drivers. Held from April 21-26, 2025, the event attracted 82 participants from 37 countries, including the first-ever team from Japan, […]
As Saudi Arabia celebrates seven years since the historic decision that allowed women to drive, Uber is proud to announce the upcoming launch of its new ‘Women Drivers’ product, designed to give women riders the option to be matched exclusively with women drivers. The feature builds on Uber’s commitment to empowering women through mobility and […]
On International Women in Engineering Day 2025 Female engineers working in the UAE’s public transport sector have marked International Women in Engineering Day (June 23, 2025) by reflecting on the challenges and opportunities shaping their careers in a field still largely dominated by men. This year’s theme, ‘Together We Engineer’, focuses on collaboration and shared […]
Although estrogen is frequently linked to reproductive health, its effects go much beyond that. This hormone is essential for fat metabolism, muscular development, and overall body composition. Women naturally have different hormonal profiles than men, which can affect how they build muscle, store fat, and recover from exercise. Understanding estrogen’s role in these
Driven by the need for inclusive economic transformation, Women Choice, an international organization championing sustainable initiatives for women, hosted a high-impact forum dubbed Driving Growth for Women-Led SMEs in Kenya – an initiative aimed at charting a path for economic inclusion through the empowerment of women entrepreneurs. Themed Scaling Women-Led SMEs:
Women Choice, under the leadership of Nezha Alaoui, celebrates a transformative year of collaboration with Loubna Imenchal, leader in the Tech industry through the initiative “Connect2Elevate” Together, they have championed the advancement of women’s careers, professional development, and leadership growth across the Middle East and beyond. Reflecting on a Year
Athar – Saudi Festival of Creativity, the largest gathering for the creative marketing industry in Saudi Arabia, has officially announced the launch of the Maheerah Network today at the Crowne Plaza Riyadh RDC Hotel & Convention. The initiative, powered by Publicis Groupe, is set to become a year-round platform dedicated to enabling, inspiring, and nurturing […]
Women in Aviation celebrated at 2025 Airport Show Women in Aviation – Middle East Chapter – made headlines this week as it concluded a landmark conference at Airport Show 2025 in Dubai. With a striking turnout and powerful messages of transformation, the curated event proved that inclusion in the regional aviation industry is no longer […]
As Saudi Arabia continues its national agenda to increase female representation in senior leadership, the Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply (CIPS) is spotlighting the pivotal role of women in procurement at its largest-ever MENA Conference & Awards, that took place in Riyadh earlier this week. With more than 260 award submissions, over 40 speakers, […]
Dubai-based Women Board of Directors’ (WBD) inaugural Ambassadorship Program to advance inclusive leadership across key industries in the Middle East has appointed Sanaa Ouahmane, CEO of AWR Mobility and AWR Trading, as its first Brand Ambassador for Women in Mobility. The recognition highlights her two-decade track record of automotive and mobility stewardship in the UAE
Kutubna Cultural Center, Dubai’s newest independent bookstore and cultural center, is launching “Women in Contemporary Arab Art,” an exhibition that offers a rare and powerful perspective on how Arab women have been depicted through decades of modern and contemporary art. The display features revealing stories of strength, beauty, resilience, and cultural transformation
Sheikh Shakhbout Medical City (SSMC), one of the UAE’s largest hospitals for serious and complex care and a subsidiary of PureHealth, has today announced the opening of its dedicated perimenopause clinic, offering tailored, comprehensive care for women navigating their menopausal journey. If left unmanaged, menopause can be one of the most challenging stages in a
Following International Women’s Day on March 8, more organizations are playing their part in helping the region make meaningful strides in accelerating action toward addressing barriers and biases that women face in their respective careers. Audio technology pioneer and leader Shure is among those walking the talk in the region, with a third of its […]
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Evolvin’ Women, a social enterprise dedicated to advancing women’s career opportunities from emerging countries, has successfully concluded its latest Outreach Programme in Kenya. Through a series of impactful events held across Boma International Hospitality, Amboseli Institute of Hospitality and Technology, Cascade, and the International Hotel and Tourism Institute,
Female Wellness programs are the latest example of the Six Senses integrated wellness philosophy. With a focus on perimenopause, menopause, and holistic female well-being, each bespoke 3-, 5- or 7-day Female Wellness journey is designed to empower women with the insights and tools to keep their hormones and metabolism balanced through times of transition and […]
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The world’s top 10 women’s players will take centre stage at the Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships this month, as the WTA event celebrates its 25th anniversary. Since its inception in 2001, the women’s tournament at the Championships has proved a regular showcase of world-class tennis, with legends such as Monica Seles, Serena Williams, and […]
Women’s leadership in healthcare has the potential to transform global health outcomes by driving diverse decision-making, improving patient care, and fostering innovation. Arab Health 2025 spotlighted the transformative role of women in global healthcare leadership during the inaugural EmpowHER: Women in Healthcare forum. The UAE leads the Arab world in advancing gender





























