First Avenue for Real Estate Development has signed an agreement with SNB Capital, Dar Al Majed and Rekaz to set up an investment fund that will acquire and build educational facilities across Saudi Arabia. This comes as part of First Avenue's strategy to diversify its portfolio and income streams.
Saudi developer Rikaz said it has joined First Avenue Real Estate Development Company, AlMajdiah and SNB Capital for the establishment of a new investment fund that is focused on the kingdom's education sector. This initiative represents a strategic step in Rikaz’s growth journey, expanding its investments into a vital sector directly linked to human capital development and improving quality of life.
Abu Dhabi Maritime Academy (ADMA) has signed a memorandum of understanding with Bahrain Polytechnic to strengthen cooperation in the areas of education, training, and applied research.
Vatel Bahrain has been named “Leading Hospitality and Tourism Management Institution in the Middle East for 2026” at the global Travel and Tourism Awards by UK-based LUXlife magazine.
The UAE Ministry of Education and the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research have announced the resumption of in-person learning.
Teachers have warned that the rapid adoption of AI is reshaping how students learn, eroding basic skills like writing, spelling, problem-solving, and critical thinking, while raising questions about motivation, human interaction, and equity, a new report says.
The GCC ranked ninth globally in Gross Domestic Product (GDP) at current prices in 2024, with a total output of approximately $2.3 trillion, confirming its position as an influential economic power at the international level.
Amideast and Boeing have launched AeroSTAR, a new educational programme designed to prepare high school students across the Middle East and North Africa for future careers in aerospace.
Thumbay Group has announced the launch of Thumbay Medicity Dubai, a major new academic healthcare destination in Al Qusais, Dubai.
TECOM Group, the creator of specialised business districts and vibrant communities, has acquired an integrated university campus comprising multiple buildings and spanning more than 300,000 sq ft in Dubai International Academic City, recognising strong demand for the higher education sector.
