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Abu Dhabi Fund for Development Delegation Visits Qasr Al Watan

To coincide with the UAE Month of Reading 2019, a delegation from Abu Dhabi Fund for Development (ADFD), the leading national entity for international development aid, visited Qasr Al Watan, one of Abu Dhabi’s rich heritage landmarks that was recently opened to the public, and its library which houses unique publications from various disciplines.

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Awqaf and Minors Affairs Foundation Delegation Visits Expo 2020 Site

A delegation from Awqaf and Minors Affairs Foundation (AMAF) visited the Expo 2020 Dubai site to understand first-hand the latest developments on the mega project and explore potential opportunities for collaboration between the two entities, specifically focusing on AMAF’s participation in the world expo when it takes place next year.

High Market Uptake Prompts Launch of Second Tower at Sobha Hartland’s Creek Vistas

Sobha Realty, the leading premium real estate developer, has announced the launch of Tower B of its twin-tower residential development Creek Vistas at Sobha Hartland in Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum City.

The move responds to eager market demand following the success of the project’s first tower that sold out shortly after its launch. 

Dubai Police & Rove Hotels Celebrate International Day of Happiness

Frowns were turned upside down and Dubai was elevated to cloud nine as the Rove team jumped aboard the ‘Roving Big Bus of Happiness’, powered by Big Bus Tours, to spread happiness across the city between March 19-20th. Partnering with Dubai Police once again, Rove Hotel’s #HAPPYROVING campaign supports the government’s vision to make the UAE one of the happiest countries in the world by 2021.

Statement by HE Ali Al Mutawa, Secretary General of Awqaf and Minors Affairs Foundation, on UAE Child Day

His Excellency Ali Al Mutawa, Secretary General of Awqaf and Minors Affairs Foundation (AMAF), said: “On Emirati Children’s Day, we renew our commitment to the UAE’s promising new generation and pledge to continue to support the tireless efforts of the wise UAE leadership in empowering children as part of its drive to enhance social and family cohesion.”

TECOM Group Hosts Walkathon to Support Autism

Under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mansoor bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Chairman of the Higher Committee for the Protection of the Rights of People of Determination in Dubai, WeWalk 2019, an annual charity walkathon organised by TECOM Group on Friday (8 March) registered a turnout of around 1,000 participants and 150 volunteers in support of autism.

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WeWalk by TECOM Group to Support Dubai’s Autism Community

WeWalk by TECOM Group, an annual charitable walkathon representing people from all walks of life, will support the autism community in Dubai this year. The two-kilometre walkathon will be held in collaboration with Dubai Autism Center, the non-profit organisation that serves children with autism spectrum disorders (ASD) in the UAE.

Hundreds of Cyclists Race Through Dubai’s Design District

The UAE Tour 2019 saw 20 teams of competing cyclist’s race through Dubai Design District (d3), for the third consecutive year. The event hosted by Dubai Sports Council (DSC), travelled through the streets of Dubai as part of its seventh and final stage, starting from Dubai Safari and ending at City Walk.

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Tadweer Hosts Workshop to Promote Workplace Creativity, Innovation

In line with its initiatives as part of the UAE Innovation Month, Abu Dhabi Waste Management Center (Tadweer) conducted a workshop titled ‘Innovation: A Vision for the Future’.

The thought session aimed to promote creativity and innovation in the workplace and improve the quality of services provided to the community in accordance with the highest international standards.

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