In a groundbreaking role, Saudi actress Reem Al-Habib is making her mark as the titular character in Netflix’s “The Matchmaker,” Saudi Arabia’s first psychological thriller. This role is unlike any other she has played in her near 15-year acting career, fulfilling her dream of exploring darker and more complex characters typically reserved for men.Al-Habib’s journey…
Since the establishment of the country, Saudi women have consistently proven their tenacity and resilience, carving out niches for themselves in various fields. From historical figures like Princess Noura bint Abdulrahman and Rayyanah Barnawi, the first Saudi woman to venture into space, to contemporary trailblazers like Reema Juffali, the first Saudi female professional racing driver,…
A recent study conducted by Chalhoub Group has unveiled interesting insights into the beauty consumer behavior in Saudi Arabia, the UAE, and Kuwait. Titled “Decoding the Beauty Consumer in the GCC,” the comprehensive report sheds light on beauty standards, consumer purchasing behavior, and the most popular beauty categories in the region.Shift in Beauty PerceptionThe report…
PepsiCo’s commitment to empowering female entrepreneurs in the Middle East and North Africa region has taken a significant step forward with the return of the Women Innovators (Win) Fellowship’s second cohort. Launched in Saudi Arabia in 2022 through a partnership between the Atlantic Council and Georgetown University, with support from the US Embassy in Riyadh,…
Nafisa Shams Academy for Arts and Crafts, an organization supported by Community Jameel Saudi, has taken a significant step towards empowering Saudi women in the arts and crafts fields by launching an online e-learning platform. This move aims to expand the academy’s offerings and provide remote training to a wider audience, accommodating flexible schedules. The…
In a groundbreaking moment for women’s football, Moroccan defender Nouhaila Benzina created history as the first player to compete in a hijab at a senior-level global tournament. Stepping onto the field against South Korea in Morocco’s second Women’s World Cup match, Benzina’s inspiring feat marks a significant step towards greater diversity and inclusion in the…
