Abu Dhabi’s H1 business-licence growth is a signal to investigate
ADRA’s 8 October H1 2026 update reports more new economic licences. JobSeekers and employers should distinguish that indicator from hiring evidence.
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UAEU reports 4,500 students and alumni at its 2026 career fair
UAEU’s 8 October report connects its 2026 career fair with practical preparation for students and alumni, alongside participation by more than 40 employers.
Etihad puts its workforce above 14,000 in its September growth update
Etihad’s 29 September LIVEX release describes more than 14,000 employees and national-talent programmes. The workforce figure is a current headcount statement, not an open-job total.
Ru’ya 2026 brings more than 150 employers together for Emirati talent
Dubai’s 28–30 September Ru’ya fair brought employers and Emirati talent together across more than 23 sectors. Here is what to take from it now.
Al Ghad nursery expansion sets out a longer-term early-years employment plan
Abu Dhabi’s 17 September decision links a planned expansion of Al Ghad Nurseries with future early-childhood employment and support for working families.
ADGM reports a workforce of 49,027 as its financial ecosystem grows
ADGM’s 8 September update puts its H1 2026 workforce at 49,027 professionals. The figures describe employment already recorded, rather than a vacancy count.
UAE education ministry sets out specialised training for more than 24,000 educators
The education ministry’s announced August training week targeted more than 24,000 school staff ahead of the 2026–27 academic year.
UAE finance ministry links asset-management training to national talent development
The Ministry of Finance’s 19 August partnership covers IAM training programmes for national talent across federal entities, with an emphasis on asset lifecycles.
Mawaheb’s Al Dhafra recruitment day brings career conversations closer to home
Mawaheb’s May Al Dhafra event connected Emirati jobseekers and employers locally. The historical opening count should not be treated as vacancies still available today.
CNN Academy Abu Dhabi’s 2026 format connects newsroom practice with career exposure
CNN Academy Abu Dhabi’s sixth edition linked practical newsroom training with career exposure. The 2026 application window is now closed.
Emirates Group reports 8% workforce growth in its 2025–26 results
The Emirates Group’s 7 May results recorded an 8% rise in its global workforce. Candidates should distinguish that total from recruitment in a specific UAE team.
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