Tuwaiq Art Sculpture 2026 Unveiled To DEWA Launching Services On ChatGPT; 5 GCC Updates For You

If you find keeping up with the updates from the GCC region a tedious task, then you are probably not alone. After all, there are many updates coming in from the region that can be quite difficult to take note of. To ensure you are always ahead of these news pieces, we have made a list of them for you that you absolutely wouldn’t want to miss.

GCC Updates

1. Private Schools In Sharjah Can Set Their Own Ramadan Timetables

The Sharjah Private Education Authority, as revealed in the report of Gulf News, has allowed private schools in the emirate to set their own Ramadan timetables. This is allowed unless the school day does not exceed six hours. As it happens, schools may even determine the start and finish times for students and teaching staff during Ramadan.

2. DEWA Launches Services On ChatGPT For Government Utilities

For the first time in the world, Dubai Electricity and Water Authority has launched its services on the ChatGPT app directory. This allows the customers access key service through the AI platform. The government has become the first in the world to launch the utility through an AI-powered platform. This moves beyond traditional websites and mobile apps. Through the platform, customers can check and pay their bills, get billing, support, and even review account details. Moreover, they can also find the EV Green charger stations by DEWA and get directions to the nearest ones.

3. UAE Fatwa Council Set Ramadan 2026 Zakat Al Fitr

The official amount and cash values for Zakat Al Fitr, Fidyah, and related Ramadan payments for 2026 have been sent by the UAE Council for Fatwa. This follows a field price strategy, which was conducted with the Ministry of Economy and Tourism. Those who are wondering, Zakat Al Fitr is generally paid after dawn on Eid Day and before sunset.

4. Tuwaiq Art Sculpture 2026 Unveiled

As revealed by the Royal Commission for Riyadh city, the Tuwaiq Art Sculpture 2026 exhibition has been launched by the Riyadh Art Programme. This is open to the public until February 22nd, and it showcases 25 new artworks under the theme ‘Traces of What Will Be’.

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5. People In Taif Begin Ramadan Preparations

People in Taif have already started preparations for Ramadan. Yes, upholding the deeply-rooted customs, as mentioned by SPA, it blends religious devotion with social tradition. So, families are meticulously organising their homes and stocking supplies.

So, with these updates laid out for you, we hope you’re able to stay ahead of the news from the GCC!

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