Explore the ‘Jewel of Dubai’ by staying at any of its four exquisite properties and enjoy a variety of offerings from luxurious spa treatments to diverse culinary experiences via its dedicated summer promotion
DUBAI, United Arab Emirates, July 18, 2022/APO Group/ —
Madinat Jumeirah, Jumeirah Group’s (www.Jumeirah.com ) mega-resort is inviting guests from all around the world to indulge in luxury as they explore the authentically recreated Arabia, with its meandering waterways and Middle Eastern architecture, while they enjoy a memorable holiday.
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Also known as the ‘Jewel of Dubai’ and offering a truly unique experience, Madinat Jumeirah is home to four ultra-luxurious hotels – Jumeirah Al Naseem, Jumeirah Al Qasr, Jumeirah Dar Al Masyaf and Jumeirah Mina A’Salam – all nestled within picturesque waterways connected by traditional abras. Set against the backdrop of the majestic Burj Al Arab Jumeirah, the resort boasts 2km of pristine, private beachfront, the award-winning Talise Spa, state-of-the-art fitness and leisure facilities and exclusive penthouse, suite and private summerhouse experiences with unrivalled benefits. Located close to Jumeirah Beach Hotel and Burj Al Arab Jumeirah, the resort is just 25 minutes away from the Dubai International Airport and is a 15–20-minute drive away from some of the Emirate’s major attractions making it an enticing place for those who wish to experience the city’s scintillating energy while relaxing in a serene environment.
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Jumeirah Al Naseem
A cool and contemporary beachside retreat, Jumeirah Al Naseem offers world-class dining and comfort in spectacular surroundings. Boasting a large inventory of 435 rooms including 44 suites, the resort provides exceptional comfort in a serene environment and is a three-minute buggy ride away from the Wild Wadi Waterpark, Dubai’s most iconic waterpark. Meaning sea breeze in Arabic, Jumeirah Al Naseem boasts five extraordinary dining venues featuring a wide range of cuisines. The hotel’s signature restaurants include KAYTO (Peruvian Japanese), Rockfish (Mediterranean Seafood), Al Mandhar (Lobby Lounge) and The Palmery (International).
Apart from providing guests service beyond expectations and signature dining experiences, the resort is also committed to preserving wildlife, which it does through the Dubai Turtle Rehabilitation Project (DTRP). The resort is home to Dubai’s only state-of-the-art Turtle Rehabilitation Sanctuary including a sea-fed lagoon that monitors the progress and condition of rescued sea turtles before releasing them back into UAE waters. Run by DTRP, the resort plays a key role in the conservation of sea turtles and hosts regular workshops educating communities and guests on marine biology and the local and global plight of sea turtles.
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Jumeirah Al Qasr
Located a few minutes away from Jumeirah Al Naseem is the regal Jumeirah Al Qasr, Madinat Jumeirah’s luxury palatial resort inspired by the fantasies of 1,001 Arabian nights. Nestled within 40 hectares of landscaped gardens, the hotel comprises of 292 rooms including 32 suites offering optimal comfort while reflecting royal Arabian opulence. The captivating lobby is an immediate immersion into the world of the Arabian Peninsula, with exuberant flower arrangements and a 5 tonne crystal chandelier that glitters the sunrise and sunset across the lobby.
The resort is a firm favourite amongst families owing to its proximity to the Wild Wadi Waterpark as well as a Kids’ Club, which offers junior guests all the fun and frolic in a safe environment. Building on its reputation as a family-friendly property, the palatial resort boasts numerous chilled pools including the adults only Celeste Pool, a 22-metre infinity pool where guests can take a dip in tranquil privacy while enjoying picturesque views of the Arabian Gulf, take a stroll on the private white-sand beach as well as sip on delicious bubbly sundowners. Living up to its meaning ‘The Palace’, Jumeirah Al Qasr is also home to the rejuvenating Talise Spa, an award-winning sanctuary for mind, body and soul. Spread across tranquil waterways and tropical landscapes, Talise Spa offers the ultimate in wellness with a curated menu of specialised treatments and exclusive international products to provide guests with a truly blissful experience, and in-house guests have the option of arriving in style using the resorts charming ‘abra’ wooden traditional boats.
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Apart from providing guests service beyond expectations and signature dining experiences, the resort is also committed to preserving wildlife
Furthermore, guests with diverse palates are spoiled for choice with the breadth of culinary options Jumeirah Al Qasr has to offer. Whether it be elegant Parisian cocktails at the Bar Buci Lounge to rich mouthwatering dishes from Pierchic (Italian), French Riviera (French), Pai Thai (Thai), The Hide (American), Al Nafoorah (Lebanese), Al Fayrooz (lobby lounge) and Arboretum (International), guests will always find what satisfies their cravings. Last but certainly not least is The Palace Club Lounge in Jumeirah Al Qasr. Guests staying in the resort’s club rooms and suites can avail exclusive access to the lounge, offering private concierge service, complimentary daily breakfast, afternoon tea and sundowners at select timings, and 15% savings on laundry and pressing services.
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Jumeirah Dar Al Masyaf
Meaning ‘the summerhouse’ in Arabic, the property is designed to evoke the romanticism of the Arabian summerhouses from the nostalgic past. Nestled in a serene green setting along the Madinat Jumeirah waterways, each villa offers guests a special arrival via a traditional Abra and has its own on-call dedicated butler, who is available to assist guests with their every need. Creating a ‘home-from-home’ atmosphere, the butlers are available 24/7 to pack or unpack, make restaurant and tour bookings and help with anything the guests require. Jumeirah Dar Al Masyaf boasts 290 rooms, suites and villas with each summerhouse comprising of 9-11 individual rooms – garden-, canal- or sea-facing –, which can be booked individually or as a group making it perfect for both multigenerational family stays and romantic getaways for couples seeking privacy. Although the summerhouses are designed to be intimate and private, guests are never far from the facilities of the neighbouring Madinat Jumeirah resort. Guests booking stays at Jumeirah Dar Al Masyaf have access to more than 20 restaurants and bars, the mega-resort’s several pools, Talise Spa, Sinbad Kids’ Club, J Club and much more – all just a stroll or an abra ride away.
Jumeirah Mina A’Salam
Meaning ‘Harbour of Peace’, the boutique resort just steps away from the beach pays homage to the seafaring heritage of the UAE and was the first hotel to open in Madinat Jumeirah. True to its name, the hotel is a blissful haven of luxurious charm comprising of 292 rooms including 12 suites promising the warmest Arabian hospitality.
One of the key design features of the hotel’s setting within Madinat Jumeirah is the 3km-long network of winding waterways that connect the four hotels by transporting guests via the traditional ‘abra’ wooden boats to soak in the stunning architecture and lush gardens while indulging in a refreshing afternoon tea or an evening session of bubbles for the authentic Arabian experience. Also, home to the property is J Club, Jumeirah’s premium wellness and lifestyle destination. Those looking to stay fit during their stays at Madinat Jumeirah are welcome to avail the facilities of J Club offering a diverse programme of exercise classes, an indoor swimming pool, three tennis courts, two squash courts, a padel court and much more.
Jumeirah Mina A’Salam offers an opulent escape for families, groups and couples complete with an endless array of dining outlets situated close to the beach. Guests can access the resort’s six signature restaurants including Shimmers (Greek/Mediterranean), Zheng He’s (Chinese), Bahri Bar (Modern Mixology), Tortuga (Mexican), Hanaaya (International) and Al Samar Lounge (Lobby Lounge) to satisfy their culinary desires and leave feeling sated and full. Also, just a few steps away from the entrance of Jumeirah Mina A’Salam are a range of multi-purpose venues designed to deliver understated luxury within exquisite spaces for award-winning events. Offering a wide range of multifunctional spaces, the Madinat Jumeirah Conference Centre boasts the Middle East’s largest and most diverse collection of venues. From private meeting rooms and intimate restaurant locations to large ballrooms and the Madinat Arena, the conference and banqueting options excel in scale, flexibility and quality, setting the stage for world-class events.
Promising time exceptionally well spent, Madinat Jumeirah is inviting guests from across the globe to enjoy an array of exclusive privileges when they book a staycation at any of its four properties this summer. Through its new Jumeirah Summer Escapes promotion, guests who book before 31st July 2021 for stays up until 30th September 2023 can save up to 20% when staying four nights or more. Alongside this enticing offer, guests will enjoy unique benefits and exclusive privileges with further offers on the Jumeirah Group’s unrivalled wellness and dining experiences.
Available on either a breakfast-only or half board basis, the Jumeirah Summer Escapes offer includes:
Up to 20% off our Jumeirah Flexible rate when staying four nights or more (Inclusive of 5% off exclusive for Jumeirah One (https://bit.ly/3yCvqCR) Members)
USD 100 per stay resort credit (for Suite bookings)
Access to private temperature-controlled pools
Unlimited access to Wild Wadi Waterpark™
Use of wellness facilities at Talise Spa and J Club
Sinbad’s Kids Club access for junior guests
Two-for-one Happy Hour from 15:00-19:00 at select venues
30 complimentary minutes at Talise Spa with every 60-minute treatment
Daily breakfast when booking Jumeirah Escapes with Breakfast
Daily breakfast, and lunch or dinner when booking Jumeirah Escapes with Half Board
Complimentary wi-fi to share your special moments
Jumeirah One (https://bit.ly/3yCvqCR) members can elevate their Jumeirah Summer Escapes with an inclusive 5% off their stay and a complimentary upgrade (subject to availability)
To find out more about this enticing summer offer, visit https://bit.ly/3yBLfKd. In the meantime, stay connected via our social media channels and don’t forget to tag us in your posts with #TimeExceptionallyWellSpent.
Distributed by APO Group on behalf of Jumeirah Group.
Bankers, compliance specialists and fintech leaders from more than 40 countries will explore how regulatory cooperation and technology can align compliance approaches, reduce barriers and advance intra-African and global trade
CAIRO, Egypt, November 3, 2026/APO Group/ –Afreximbank (www.Afreximbank.com) has announced speakers for its 2026 Compliance Forum, Africa’s largest compliance-focused gathering. Discussions will address regulatory fragmentation and barriers across Africa, improve access to correspondent banking services, and explore how technology can strengthen compliance and facilitate cross-border trade
Organised in partnership with the Botswana Investment and Trade Centre (BITC), the Forum will take place from 16 to 18 November 2026 at the Gaborone International Convention Centre in Botswana. Discussions will focus on strengthening regulatory cooperation, improving access to financial services and using technology to support effective compliance across African markets.
Confirmed speakers include Governor Lesego Caster Moseki, Bank of Botswana, Dr. Patrick Ndzana Olomo, Ag. Director, Economic Development, Integration and Trade, and Head of Economic Policy and Sustainable Development, African Union Commission (AUC), Luis Koberg, Founder and CEO of Klearium Group; Shane Ridel, CEO of Elucidate, Sophie Barre, Global Head of Risk and Compliance at Wave Mobile Money Group; Mr Mooketsi Ramanteba, Non-Bank Financial Institutions Regulatory Authority (NBFIRA), Nellie Nuyoni, Head of Private Sector, CBZ Holdings, Moira Mapundu, Head of Compliance, NMB Bank Limited and Boitumelo William of Continental Reinsurance. Compliance specialists from Dow Jones and Standard Chartered will also participate.
Mr Keletsositse Olebile, Chief Executive Officer of the Botswana Investment and Trade Centre, said: “Strong and predictable compliance systems build investor confidence, protect institutions, and create the conditions in which trade and enterprise can flourish.”
Under the theme “Better Compliance – Better Trade: Leveraging Compliance to Promote African Regulations that Advance Intra-African Economic and Trade Integration,” the Forum will examine how African markets can make their regulatory systems work more effectively together while preserving national sovereignty.
Idrissa Diop, Compliance Director at Afreximbank, said: “Our banks across Africa operate across very different legal systems, supervisory approaches and levels of digital maturity. Africa does not need uniformity at any cost. It needs interoperability that reduces friction while preserving regulatory sovereignty.
Our banks across Africa operate across very different legal systems, supervisory approaches and levels of digital maturity
“We invite regulators, compliance specialists, banks, fintechs, trade institutions and technology providers from across the continent to come to Gaborone ready to turn shared principles into practical cooperation, because better compliance can and should deliver better trade for Africa.”
The opening session, “Is Better Compliance Leading to Better Trade?”, will assess how regulatory cooperation can facilitate cross-border business. Other sessions will cover anti-money laundering and countering the financing of terrorism, sanctions, cybersecurity, consumer protection and the use of artificial intelligence in compliance.
Access to correspondent banking services will be a key focus. Luis Koberg, Founder and CEO of Klearium Group, said: “Many African banks continue to face barriers to accessing correspondent banking services. The reasons given often overlook a fundamental challenge: limited visibility across the payment chain. Improved transparency gives our industry the ability to accurately assess and manage risk, on a case-by-case basis with confidence.”
Delegates will also examine how fintech and risk-based onboarding can extend access to affordable financial services while meeting compliance requirements.
Sophie Barre, Global Head of Risk and Compliance at Wave Mobile Money Group, said: “Fintechs are rewriting the rules of financial inclusion and efficiency. By combining world-class technology with intelligent, risk-based onboarding, they can deliver affordable, simple and reliable services within a compliant ecosystem.”
The Compliance Forum will also feature an exhibition of AI-enabled anti-money laundering and counter-terrorist financing compliance systems. These demonstrations will let delegates engage with emerging technologies that can strengthen risk detection, monitoring, and reporting.
This Forum comes as artificial intelligence, automation, cybersecurity, third-party risk and diverging regulatory requirements place new demands on financial institutions. These developments reinforce the need for compliance approaches that reflect Africa’s regulatory, economic and institutional realities while drawing on global good practices.
ACF2026 will provide a platform for stakeholders to redefine compliance strategies for a changing financial environment and develop practical approaches that protect institutions while enabling more efficient movement of capital, goods and services across African borders.
As African gas producers navigate rising domestic demand, global LNG competition and a renewed push for investment, the GECF Leadership Roundtable at the Invest in African Energy 2027 Forum will examine how greater coordination can support project development, market access and long-term gas monetization
PARIS, France, November 3, 2026/APO Group/ –Africa’s gas industry is entering a period in which cooperation between producing countries could become increasingly important. Demand is rising, LNG markets are being reshaped by geopolitical disruptions and new supply, while major gas developments across the continent continue to compete for capital.
Against this backdrop, the GECF Leadership Roundtable at the Invest in African Energy (IAE) Forum 2027 in Paris will bring the perspectives of gas-producing countries into a discussion focused on the commercial and strategic priorities shaping the sector.
The session comes as Africa continues to expand its role in global LNG markets. The GECF forecasts LNG exports from the continent to reach about 110 billion cubic meters (bcm), or 80 million tons per annum (mtpa), by 2030, rising to 215 bcm, or 160 mtpa, by 2050. The outlook spans producers including Algeria, Angola, Egypt, Equatorial Guinea, Mozambique, Mauritania, Senegal and Nigeria, while GECF projections point to growing LNG trade with Asia and within African markets.
Recent developments have reinforced the strategic value of that supply base. Tanzania’s long-delayed $42 billion LNG project has gained renewed attention as disruptions to Middle Eastern gas supplies have increased the value of diversified LNG sources, while ExxonMobil is advancing preparations for Mozambique’s Rovuma LNG project after years of delay.
For African producers, however, expanding exports is only one part of the equation. Domestic gas demand is rising at the same time that governments are seeking to use gas to improve electricity supply, support industrial development and create new revenue streams. That creates a need to balance export projects with domestic offtake, pipeline infrastructure, gas processing and gas-to-power development.
Coordination between producing countries can help address some of these challenges. Sharing experience on fiscal frameworks, project development, infrastructure and market access can help governments compete for investment while strengthening the case for regional gas infrastructure and cross-border trade.
The global market is also becoming more competitive. Reuters reported this month that gas and LNG infrastructure investment is expanding across multiple regions, with Asia accounting for the largest share of planned LNG import capacity. At the same time, disruptions to Middle Eastern supply have reinforced concerns around security of supply and increased the strategic importance of alternative producers. That creates an opening for African gas producers, but converting that opportunity into projects will require capital, infrastructure and credible long-term markets.
The GECF Leadership Roundtable at IAE 2027, taking place in Paris from May 11-13, will provide a senior-level setting to examine those issues alongside the investors and project developers needed to advance them. The wider forum is designed to connect African energy markets with global capital, with a focus on projects spanning gas, LNG, infrastructure and power.
For African gas producers, the question is how effectively its resources can be developed, connected to markets and converted into reliable energy and industrial growth. The Paris roundtable will put producer coordination at the center of that investment conversation.
Distributed by APO Group on behalf of Energy Capital & Power.
Islamic Corporation for the Development of the Private Sector (ICD) and Open Bank Sign Expression of Intent for a Potential USD 10 Million Line of Financing in Uzbekistan
The EoI sets out the intent to establish a Shariah-compliant LoF facility of up to USD 10 million from ICD to Open Bank to be deployed for the onward financing of eligible private sector projects, including small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and corporates operating in the Republic of Uzbekistan
JEDDAH, Saudi Arabia, November 1, 2026/APO Group/ –
ICD and JSC Open Bank (Uzbekistan) have signed an Expression of Intent for a potential Shariah-compliant Line of Financing facility of up to USD 10 million
The facility aims to channel funds to eligible private sector projects, including SMEs and corporates across Uzbekistan
The potential Line of Financing facility intends to support job creation and SME growth, contributing to broader economic development in Uzbekistan
Open Bank, a privately owned digital bank licensed by the Central Bank of Uzbekistan, will serve as the intermediary institution to channel the funds to private enterprises
The Islamic Corporation for the Development of the Private Sector (ICD) (www.ICD-PS.org), the private sector arm of the Islamic Development Bank (IsDB) Group, and Joint Stock Company “Open Bank” (Open Bank) from Uzbekistan have signed an Expression of Intent (EoI) in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, on 26 October 2026, for a potential Shariah-compliant Line of Financing (LoF) facility of up to USD 10 million, aimed at supporting eligible private sector projects in the Republic of Uzbekistan.
The EoI sets out the intent to establish a Shariah-compliant LoF facility of up to USD 10 million from ICD to Open Bank to be deployed for the onward financing of eligible private sector projects, including small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and corporates operating in the Republic of Uzbekistan. The facility is designed to ensure that financing reaches productive segments of the economy in a manner consistent with Shariah principles and in line with the development objectives of ICD and Uzbekistan.
The intended facility reflects ICD’s commitment to expanding access to Shariah-compliant financial services in Central Asia. By working through Open Bank, a digitally oriented institution with a focus on retail and SME customers, the proposed LoF aims to direct resources toward businesses that can generate meaningful employment opportunities and contribute to sustainable economic growth in Uzbekistan. SME support of this nature plays an important role in strengthening the private sector and broadening economic participation across the country.
ICD’s development mandate centers on advancing private sector growth and improving livelihoods in its member countries through Shariah-compliant financing solutions. The intended LoF with Open Bank aims to contribute to job creation and SME support in Uzbekistan, outcomes that align with ICD’s broader objective of fostering inclusive and sustainable economic development across the IsDB Group’s member countries.
Distributed by APO Group on behalf of Islamic Corporation for the Development of the Private Sector (ICD).
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