Sharjah is spending more than AED 100 million to take care of its mosques.
Officials say the funds will be used for the construction and maintenance of the places of worship.
They'll also be used to build new homes for imams.
Officials say building new mosques is also part of the government's plans to keep pace with the population growth across the emirate.
UAE President, Canada PM chart new path for cooperation
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney reviewed bilateral ties and areas for future collaboration during their meeting in Abu Dhabi.
Pope Leo XIV praises UAE as a global model of coexistence
Pope Leo XIV has praised the UAE as a global model for promoting the values of coexistence and human fraternity, affirming the Holy See’s readiness to strengthen cooperation with the country's institution.
H.H. Sheikh Khaled and H.H. Sheikh Hamdan visit Natural History Museum
His Highness Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi, and His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister and Defence Minister, have toured the Natural History Museum Abu Dhabi.
UAE ranks fourth globally for humanitarian aid in 2025
The UAE has been ranked as the fourth largest donor of humanitarian aid globally for 2025, following the US and the European Union, according to data published by the United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (UNOCHA).
H.H. Sheikh Mohammed unveils initiative to draw top 1,000 firms in foreign trade
His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, has unveiled an economic initiative to strengthen the UAE’s position as a major hub for international trade flows.
UAE leaders congratulate Sultan of Oman on 55th National Day
UAE's President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has led messages congratulating the Sultan of Oman Haitham bin Tariq on the country’s 55th National Day.
DXB diverts 19 flights due to heavy fog
Heavy fog has briefly disrupted operations at Dubai International Airport (DXB) on Thursday morning, with 19 inbound flights diverted to nearby airports due to reduced visibility.
UAE issues red-yellow alert over foggy conditions
A red and yellow alert has been issued on Thursday by the UAE weather authorities as dense fog reduced visibility across some parts of the country.
Abu Dhabi Crown Prince to lead UAE delegation at G20 Summit
His Highness Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi, will lead the UAE delegation at the 20th G20 Summit in Johannesburg on November 22 and 23.
UN praises UAE’s leadership in digital transformation
The UN has praised the UAE's Arab Digital Economy vision, which offers a strategic roadmap for Arab countries in digital transformation, describing it as a leading model for advancing technological progress in the region.
Sheikh Abdullah congratulates new Argentine FM in bilateral talks
His Highness Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, has congratulated Pablo Quirno on his appointment as Minister of Foreign Affairs, International Trade and Worship of Argentina during a bilateral discussion on Wednesday.
UAE announces AED 36.7 billion investment fund
The UAE Cabinet has approved the establishment of a national investment fund with an initial capital of AED 36.7 billion, subject to future review and increase.
UAE joins Oman in celebrating 55th National Day
The UAE is joining the Sultanate of Oman in marking its 55th National Day on November 20.
UAE President tours Dubai Airshow
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has toured the Dubai Airshow on its third day at Dubai World Central.
Dubai’s truck restrictions cut congestion, boost traffic flow
Dubai’s expanded truck-movement restrictions on Emirates Road have delivered positive results, cutting traffic incidents and speeding up travel times.
H.H. Sheikh Hamdan honours winners of first Dubai Foresight Awards
His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, has awarded the winners of the first Dubai Foresight Awards for reshaping how futures are imagined.
UAE expresses solidarity with India over bus crash carrying pilgrims
The UAE has expressed its solidarity with India over the victims of a crash between a bus carrying Umrah pilgrims and an oil tanker in Saudi Arabia, which killed at least 45 people on the bus and left one survivor currently facing treatment.
UAE and South Korea advance strategic cooperation
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan held talks with his South Korean counterpart Lee Jae-myung, who is on a state visit to the Emirates.
UAE President meets new batch of Emirati talent enrolled for leadership training
President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has welcomed the next batch of the UAE Government Leaders Programme at a special reception at Qasr Al Bahr.
Natural History Museum Abu Dhabi reveals ticket prices
The Natural History Museum Abu Dhabi has announced ticket prices ahead of its public opening on November 22 in the Saadiyat Cultural District.
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney reviewed bilateral ties and areas for future collaboration during their meeting in Abu Dhabi.
Pope Leo XIV has praised the UAE as a global model for promoting the values of coexistence and human fraternity, affirming the Holy See’s readiness to strengthen cooperation with the country's institution.
His Highness Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi, and His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister and Defence Minister, have toured the Natural History Museum Abu Dhabi.
