MEA Markets

28/05/2026

🌍🩺 Health leaders are calling for coordinated action and the continuity of essential healthcare services as efforts continue to respond to the Ebola outbreak. Maintaining access to critical care while managing emergency response measures remains essential to protecting communities and strengthening public health systems. 🤝⚕️

This article explores the importance of collaboration during health crises, the challenges of sustaining essential services during outbreaks, and how coordinated global action can support more effective Ebola response efforts. 👇

🔗 https://zurl.co/Aw3Wp

African health leaders and global partners have agreed to strengthen regional coordination and resource mobilisation to contain the ongoing Bundibugyo Ebola outbreak affecting the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) and Uganda, while also safeguarding essential services such as education and rout...

21/05/2026

Visa is taking the next step in the future of digital commerce with the launch of its Agentic Ready programme in the UAE. Designed to accelerate agent-led commerce, the initiative highlights how AI-powered agents and intelligent automation are set to transform the way businesses and consumers interact. 🌍💳

This article explores what Visa’s new programme means for the future of payments, digital innovation, and AI-driven commerce across the UAE and wider business landscape. 👇

🔗 https://zurl.co/BCkpQ

Visa, a global leader in digital payments, announced the launch of its global Agentic Ready program in the United Arab Emirates, supporting the local industry’s appetite for advancing AI-driven commerce. Visa, a global leader in digital payments, announced the launch of its global Agentic Ready pr...

13/05/2026

📦 Rising costs and ongoing disruption are intensifying the battle to control packaging expenses across the Middle East.

As businesses navigate supply chain pressures, inflation, and sustainability demands, strategic packaging solutions are becoming more important than ever. 🌍📈

Discover the key challenges shaping the industry, and how companies are adapting to stay competitive.

Read more: 👇
https://zurl.co/2SKd0

Conflict in the Gulf has had an immediate, severe, and probably long-lasting impact on packaging material costs and it is easy to feel helpless in the face of this turmoil. However, shippers can take back an element of control in one simple move – by using the right size box. Conflict in the Gulf ...

13/05/2026

📖🌍 The Q2 2026 issue of MEA Markets is now available! 🌍📖

Explore the latest regional business insights, industry developments, and success stories from innovative organisations and leaders shaping the future of the Middle East & Africa markets. 💼

Read the issue here: 👉 https://zurl.co/2OISy

11/05/2026

Nominations for the African Excellence Awards 2026 are now open! 🌍✨

This prestigious awards programme celebrates the innovators, leaders, and organisations driving growth, transformation, and success across Africa’s diverse and dynamic business landscape, from emerging enterprises to established industry pioneers.

Whether you’re a business owner, part of a high-performing team, or know a company making a real impact, this is your opportunity to gain the recognition you deserve. 🏆

Why nominate?
✔️ Showcase your achievements on an international platform
✔️ Boost credibility and brand visibility
✔️ Celebrate the people and businesses shaping Africa’s future

Submit your nomination today and be part of recognising excellence across the continent. 👉 https://zurl.co/qK86U

⚠️ Please Note:
Our judging process is merit-based and not influenced by vote numbers. To maintain the integrity of the awards, we accept only one vote per company. If you've already voted, additional submissions for the same company will not be counted.

29/04/2026

We’re excited to announce that the winners of the UAE Business Awards 2026 have officially been revealed! 🎉

These awards celebrate the incredible businesses and innovators driving growth, excellence, and transformation across the UAE’s dynamic market.

Congratulations to all of this year’s winners for your outstanding achievements and well-deserved recognition. We look forward to seeing your continued success! 🌟

Discover the list of winners: 👉 https://zurl.co/RustE

Read our statement: 👉 https://zurl.co/U0rMr

View the magazine supplement: 👉 https://zurl.co/nc7zV

16/04/2026

Curious how high-stakes conflict tactics translate to everyday work tension? A conflict specialist reveals surprising overlaps between war and the workplace, with practical takeaways on decision-making under pressure, clear communication, and team resilience. Worth a read for leaders and teammates alike.

Check it out: 👉 https://zurl.co/hefHh

According to https://weforum.org reports 2026, uncertainty is the defining theme of the global risks outlook in 2026, both in the short and long term, with 50% of respondents anticipating either a turbulent or stormy outlook over the next two years, rising to 57% over the next 10 years. According to...