UAE SUCCESS STORIES

UAE SUCCESS STORIES

Before starting his firm, Abbas worked at his family’s business, Intercoil International, and later in distribution and logistics across the UAE and Kuwait.

From saving lunch money to UAE startup success at 25

How Abbas Al-Hazeem turned early money lessons into a thriving Dubai-based media agency

From 1940s Dubai to a lasting Iranian restaurant legacy

Mohammad Ali Ansari watched a city rise before his eyes, before he set up Al Ustad

After many jobs that ranged from working in a grocery store, and trading with the Iranian government, Mohammad Ali Ansari started the Al Ustadi restaurant in 1978.

Dubai chef’s journey: Hawker stalls to Japanese dining

He takes what he learnt in Michelin-star kitchens, and adds the soul of street food

Reif Othman explains, street culture has an edge, it’s raw, it’s expressive and it has rhythm. On the plate, that means bold flavours, cheeky ideas, and dishes that surprise you.

How college dropout sold properties worth Dh25b in UAE

Meet the property broker maverick and reality star from UAE who grew his ambitions in UAE

Ben Bandari

Meet Dubai kid-turned-professional racer who plays fair

We caught up with the UAE professional racer who proves you can race fast and plants trees

LACHLAN

UAE young entrepreneurs turn passion into profits

From cookies to streetwear, young Emiratis are launching niche businesses with impact

Clockwise from top left: Abdulla Alameri, Manea Alzaabi, Shahad Alzarooni, Sara Alhadhrami , Nasser Al Jeaidi, Najla Al Hajeri and Jawaher Al Harmoudi

Inside Robin Uthappa’s Dubai home and second innings

Former Indian cricketer gets candid on privacy, mental health & why Dubai feels like home

ROBIN UTHAPPA

Dubai vegetarian brand turns 50: Farmers’ family legacy

They moved from Porbandar, Gujarat to the UAE and set up their business

In 1976, the three brothers set up the first branch of Bhavna, which was opposite Dubai museum.

How Dubai entrepreneur built a fitness empire

Ivana Bruic shares her story and lessons of becoming a fitness entrepreneur

Ivana Bruic is the founder of Dubai's Storm Cycling, a rhythm cycling studio.

How these 5 Emirati-run home businesses saw success

E-commerce, fashion, beauty, and food services thrive from home with low overhead

According to World Economic Forum's latest report, 20 per cent of Arab world's 100 most promising startups are based in the UAE.

OFW mom’s 25-year sacrifice for her children’s future

Single parent proves that sacrifice and love can turn even the hardest struggles into hope

For four years, Divina has cared for an elderly woman with Alzheimer’s, someone she now calls family. With caregiving and nursing assistant certifications from TESDA and the Filipino Institute in Dubai, she goes beyond duty. She cares with skill, compassion, and a mother’s love.

Oscar-nominated Nahla Al Fahad bats for Indian women

UAE filmmaker Nahla Al Fahad opens up on filming brave fisherwomen’s untold stories at sea

Nahla Al Fahad

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