South Africa’s Absa Opens First Gulf Office in Dubai’s DIFC to Link Gulf Investors With African Markets

Absa Group has opened its first Gulf office at Dubai International Financial Centre, operating under a Category 4 license from the Dubai Financial Services Authority that lets it arrange and advise on deals and credit.

Barwa’s Shaza Hotels Signs Deal With Omnia Properties for 125-Unit Mysk Branded Residences in Oman, Due in 2030

Shaza Hotels, a unit of Qatar's Barwa Real Estate Group, has signed a memorandum of understanding with Omnia Properties for Mysk Beach Residences, a 125-unit serviced residential project on the Gulf of Oman coast expected to open in 2030.

UAE Startups and Innovators: Qashio, a Spend Management Platform That Rewards Business Payments

Dubai-headquartered Qashio has launched Global Pay, a cross-border business payments product that lets companies earn loyalty points when paying overseas suppliers.

Dubai Launches Future Regulations Team Drawing on 25 Government Entities to Update Laws for Emerging Sectors

Dubai has set up a Future Regulations Team bringing together representatives of 25 government entities to identify legislative barriers and draft regulatory proposals for emerging sectors.

Qiddiya Investment Company Appoints Golf Saudi to Run Its Faldo-Designed Golf Course Under Five-Year Deal

Qiddiya Investment Company, owned by Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund, has appointed Golf Saudi to operate its 18-hole National Golf Club under a five-year management agreement. The course opens on October 30.

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