Author: M Fayiz
Doha: Educators, students, families, and institutions have come together at Qatar Foundation’s International Day of Education celebrations to reaffirm the shared role of society in shaping inclusive and future-ready education. Held at Barahat Msheireb under the theme ‘Education is Everyone’s Responsibility’, the two-day event outlined the evolution of education at Qatar Foundation (QF) and the vision that has shaped its development; and highlighted the role of QF’s Rasekh initiative as Qatar’s bilingual, identity-based education model and a cornerstone of national education reform. Rasekh is designed to strengthen cultural and linguistic foundations while engaging with global learning. The International Day of…
Doha: Her Excellency Sheikha Hind bint Hamad Al Thani, Vice Chairperson of the Board of Directors of Qatar Foundation for Education, Science and Community Development, crowned Hungarian player Ester Mohari with the gold medal in the women’s category at the conclusion of the Doha 2026 Grand Prix Fencing Championship. The event was conducted by the Qatar Fencing Federation under the supervision of the International Fencing Federation, with great success at the Aspire Halls for 3 days, with the participation of 433 players, including 254 male players and 179 female players representing 53 countries, including 8 Arab countries: Qatar, Saudi Arabia,…
Doha: The Ministry of Endowments and Islamic Affairs (Awqaf), in collaboration with the Ministry of Education and Higher Education (MOEHE), honored students who participated in the second school Arabic calligraphy competition, “Al-Raqeem”, for the year 2025, in recognition of their efforts and distinguished participation. The competition targeted male and female students from both public and private schools. The honoring ceremony was attended by HE Undersecretary of the Ministry of Endowments and Islamic Affairs, Dr. Sheikh Khalid bin Mohammed bin Ghanim Al-Thani and HE Undersecretary of the Ministry of Education and Higher Education, Dr. Ibrahim bin Saleh Al Nuaimi along with…
Doha: The Qatar Society of Engineers marked Qatari Engineers Day today, with the support and participation of the Ministry of Social Development and Family Affairs, and in cooperation with the College of Engineering at Qatar University. Qatari Engineers Day is an occasion to celebrate and highlight the pivotal role of engineers in building a sustainable future and supporting Qatar National Vision 2030. It also underscores the Qatar Society of Engineers’ pioneering role in launching national professional platforms that bring together decision-makers, academic institutions, and the labor market in a practical dialogue aimed at developing the engineering profession and empowering national…
Doha: The Public Works Authority “Ashghal” announced that it has been awarded the Procurement Excellence Award from the Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply (CIPS). The award was granted to the Engineering Services Department, reflecting Ashghal’s commitment to strengthening corporate governance, supporting digital transformation, and adopting sustainable procurement practices across its operations, all contributing to enhanced performance efficiency and maximized value. This recognition comes as a result of the outstanding evaluation results achieved by Ashghal in the efficiency and transparency of its procurement system, which covers supplier registration, prequalification, tendering, contract award, change management, payments, contract closure, and performance evaluation.…
Doha: The 7th Scientific Conference of the Gulf Cooperation Council’s (GCC) Geographical Society (GCCGS) kicked off in Doha on Sunday. The three-day event is convened in collaboration with the Katara Cultural Village under the theme of culture and modern trends in geography and applications of artificial intelligence. The opening ceremony was attended by Katara’s general manager, Dr. Khalid bin Ibrahim Al Sulaiti, President of GCCGS Dr. Khaled Hamad Aba Al Zamat, alongside a contingent of academics and specialized researchers from the GCC states and Arab world. In his opening remarks, Al Sulaiti said he is pleased to have Katara host…
Doha: Under the patronage of HE Minister of Interior and Commander of the Internal Security Force (Lekhwiya), Sheikh Khalifa bin Hamad bin Khalifa Al-Thani, the Joint Tactical Exercise of the security agencies of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) (Arabian Gulf Security 4), was launched today in Qatar. The opening ceremony was attended by HE Undersecretary of the Ministry of Interior Abdullah bin Khalaf bin Hattab Al Kaabi; Assistant Secretary-General for Security Affairs at the GCC General Secretariat Brigadier-General Hamad Ajlan Al Amim; Their Excellencies the heads of the exercise’s higher committees in the GCC countries; and a number of security…
Doha: Al Markhiya Gallery is thrilled to host an artistic exhibition on Tuesday titled: “What Remains Familiar” by Qatari artist Asma Sami, to mark its 2026 season. The exhibition presents a new collection of works by Asma Sami, inspired by the depth of Qatari culture, the fabric of its traditions, and details of everyday life, showcased through contemporary visual compositions. The Qatari artist works across multiple media, including acrylic, charcoal, and watercolor, drawing on garments, tools, and customs associated with daily life and celebratory occasions. The works explore familiar forms such as women’s accessories, including the battoulah and niqab, alongside…
Doha: The Ministry of Communications and Information Technology (MCIT) will showcase Qatar’s digital transformation journey and efforts to build a competitive digital economy through a joint interactive booth with the Ministry of Sports and Youth during the Web Summit Qatar 2026, held at the Doha Exhibition and Convention Center from Feb.1 to 4 2026. The booth will highlight key national programs supporting entrepreneurship and innovation, most notably the Digital Incubation Center, the TASMU Accelerator, and the “Scale Now” Program. The joint booth will feature a dedicated interactive theater hosting panel discussions with leading technology experts and industry leaders, alongside live…
Doha: Hamad Bin Khalifa University (HBKU), a member of Qatar Foundation for Education, Science, and Community Development, is set to host the 2nd GCC Women’s Sports Tournament for Universities and Higher Education Institutions from February 6 to 11, 2026. Sponsored by the Ministry of Sports and Youth and hosted for the first time in the State of Qatar, the tournament seeks to strengthen cooperation among Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries, while also contributing to the regional development of women’s university sports. By bringing together universities and higher education institutions from across the GCC, HBKU is advancing its role as an…
