Countries across the Mena region must go beyond developing mobile apps and e-services to achieve a truly smart government. That's according to the latest report by Booz Allen Hamilton, which is being launched at the ongoing Gitex Technology Week in Dubai. The study says that while millions have been invested in innovating services, government entities have to communicate with each other to mature and progress. The co-author of the report, Fadi Kassatly, explains.
Listen
Sheikh Mohammed honours Egyptian professor with 'Great Arab Minds' award
His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, has congratulated Egyptian professor Abbas El Gamal for winning the Great Arab Minds award in the field of engineering and technology.
UAE announces $550 million for UN’s 2026 Global Humanitarian Overview
Under the directives of President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, the UAE has announced a pledge of $550 million to support the UN’s Global Humanitarian Overview (GHO).
UAE bans travel to Mali, urges nationals to return
The UAE has imposed a travel ban on Emiratis travelling to Mali following "concerning developments", urging those currently in the country to return at the earliest opportunity.
Rain, dusty conditions forecast across UAE from December 12
The UAE’s weather bureau has forecast chances of scattered rainfall, dusty conditions and rough seas from December 12 to December 19.
UAE continues to send aid to assist flood-hit Sri Lanka
The UAE's eight humanitarian aid aircraft has arrived at Sri Lanka's capital, Colombo, on Tuesday in efforts to support the country following deadly floods and landslides.
2:00pm - 6:00pm
Brent Black has the biggest stories of the day and the stuff you might have missed.
6:00pm - 7:00pm
An extra hour of the UAE's biggest radio show for your drive home.
For one morning only, you could host the UAE’s biggest radio show, The Kris Fade Show - live across the nation.
Get the latest UAE and world news from our award winning team of journalists. The ARN News Centre is the country's most trusted source of information.
S.N.E joins The Fusion with Eddie for an unforgettable episode! 🔥
Every weekend Kris Fade plays the biggest tracks in the Middle East. Check out this weeks chart...
