Business News

Economic growth and job creation
World Economic Forum Special Meeting on Economic Growth and Job Creation in the Arab World took place in Jordan; on the agenda, job creation, youth employment, and the Arab Spring.
Amy Guillotte - October 27, 2011
ManpowerGroup Advocates For Unlocking Potential of Women And Youth in the Middle East
"As the Middle East is evolving rapidly, a new future is emerging with women as a vital contributor to the region's future," Arkless said.
RachelForst - October 25, 2011
Dubai encourages the entrepreneurial spirit
Entrepreneurial activity is erupting across the Middle East, North Africa and South Asia (MENASA), promising to revolutionise economies and reinvigorate communities.
Amy Guillotte - September 28, 2011
Opportunity for Egyptian entrepreneurs
Google announced a new competition called إبدأ in partnership with Science Age Society and Innoventures.
Amy Guillotte - September 28, 2011
Youth development important for a nation
Young people are the key human resource on which the future of the GCC’s economic and social development depends.
Amy Guillotte - September 26, 2011
Website for start ups in the MENA region
"Ibtikarati.com, a new online destination for ICT entrepreneurs in the MENA, is launching the first online Job Listing dedicated to Entrepreneurs and Start-ups in MENA, jobs.ibtikarati.com."
Amy Guillotte - September 14, 2011
Motivated employees a must for business growth
"Employee engagement has emerged as a significant growth inhibitor in the global business community."
Amy Guillotte - September 7, 2011
Revolution Leaves Scars on Egypt's Business Sector
Egypt's revolution affected not only the tourism industry. See how it has been impacted and how it may recover.
nicoleldc - July 18, 2011
Mena firms focus on working capital management
MENA region companies are increasingly using short-term funding options that increase efficient cash flow forecasting methods.
nicoleldc - July 11, 2011
Middle East companies dont have robust crisis managment schemes, says expert
Find out if you are putting your business at risk by not having a thorough crisis management plan.
nicoleldc - July 11, 2011