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UAE ramps up African infrastructure investment as Gulf states compete for trade influence
The Abu Dhabi Fund for Development is accelerating oversight of large road projects in Togo, Madagascar and Nigeria as Gulf states expand strategic infrastructure investments…
The Abrahamic Family House and the fragility of coexistence
In Abu Dhabi, a space built for coexistence raises difficult questions about religion, power and the violence unfolding across the region
Middle East conflict reaches SA’s doorstep
President Cyril Ramaphosa has urged South Africans in Israel to cross the land border into Jordan — one of the few remaining safe exit routes
AI funding set to bring mining into 21st century
Minerals Minister Gwede Mantashe says the country faces challenges in developing an effective system for exploration and mining licences
The Soul in the machine: Holding onto our humanity in a tech-driven world
In a world rushing toward automation, one city’s cultural celebration reminds us that connection, spirit and story are still our most vital technologies
Angélique Kidjo still sings with purpose
The Grammy-winning icon brings joy, power and purpose to the stage — and there’s no sign she’s slowing down
MasaMara takes us home for AFI’s Fashion Week
Designer Nyambo MasaMara stitches together each symbol, fabric and colour in a synchronised way to celebrate African people
Nadal tests positive for Covid in latest blow for tennis legend
The Spanish former world number one said he took the test when he returned to Spain from Abu Dhabi where he took part in an exhibition tournament last week.
Frelimo gambled everything on gas – and lost
Mozambique’s ruling party thought gas would secure a wealthy future, but that dream faded and finally was shattered by attacks that sent energy giant Total packing
What now for Abu Dhabi’s Man City project?
After being banned by Uefa from European competitions for two years, will the side return to their old, mediocre standards?
Rihanna asked to leave UAE mosque over photo shoot
Staff at the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque in Abu Dhabi have asked singer Rihanna to leave the premises after she posed for a fashion-style photo session.
Bail for SA doctor facing manslaughter charge in Abu Dhabi
The family of medical specialist Cyril Karabus, who is being tried in Abu Dhabi for the death of a young patient, have to raise R240 000 for his bail.
Woods rejects Pines for Abu Dhabi green
Lured by the match fee, much less than he earned at his peak, the champion faces a stiff challenge from the top four golfers in the world.
Branson sells Virgin Racing shares to Russians
Virgin Racing has sold a major shareholding in the team to a Russian sportscar maker, Marussia Motors, Virgin boss Richard Branson revealed Thursday.
Abu Dhabi lures tourists with world’s first Ferrari park
A year after its first Formula One race, Abu Dhabi hopes to lure even more tourists with "Ferrari World", a grandiose theme park.