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Sharjah 24 serves as the official digital news platform for the Sharjah Government. Established in 2015 under the auspices of His Highness Sheikh Dr Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, the platform aims to present the Emirate of Sharjah to the global community with objectivity and professionalism. Our coverage encompasses local, Arab, and international news, offering timely multimedia content in both Arabic and English that reflects the cultural and humanitarian essence of the emirate.
Our mission is to communicate the latest developments in Sharjah, the United Arab Emirates, and the surrounding region, utilizing a modern media language that appeals to a diverse audience. We provide an integrated digital experience characterized by accuracy, timeliness, and credibility. Our objective is to serve as a reliable source for the public as well as media institutions, ensuring we remain responsive to current events across various new media platforms with flexibility and professionalism.
- To enhance the perception of Sharjah as a premier center for knowledge, culture, and development.
- To generate innovative digital content that aligns with the aspirations of both local and international audiences.
- To increase our presence and influence across social media platforms through strategic engagement and visual storytelling.
- To promote transparency in media coverage while actively combating misinformation.
- To establish effective communication channels with youth and emerging demographics through modern and interactive content.
Based on our media mission and embodying our social responsibility towards our followers, “Sharjah 24” adheres to a sound and clear editorial policy, guided by the directives of His Highness Sheikh Dr Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah. This policy is based on the following principles:
Credibility and objectivity
We place truth above all else and are committed to transparency in all news, reports, and investigations we publish. We pay special attention to highlighting different opinions and opposing views when addressing topics and issues, and we strive for balance in our presentation. We also strictly adhere to not publishing any media material before verifying its accuracy and authenticity from reliable sources.
Professional quality
We consider content quality a fundamental criterion in our work. Therefore, we carefully review our content to ensure it is free of linguistic or typographical errors. We are committed to using fluent and correct Arabic and British English, reflecting media professionalism and instiling reader confidence.
Respect for privacy and values
We are fully committed to preserving individual privacy and respecting the customs and traditions of the conservative Muslim Emirati society. We strive to exclude any content or expression that conflicts with cultural, religious, and humanitarian values, while ensuring that we highlight the authentic national identity of the Emirate of Sharjah and the UAE.
Balance and diversity
We cover local, national, and international events with a balanced, professional approach, prioritising issues and achievements that reflect the stature of the Emirate of Sharjah and the UAE. We employ the latest journalistic tools, including multimedia and modern digital technologies, to serve our purposeful media message and preserve public taste.
By these principles, “Sharjah 24” affirms its unwavering commitment to providing professional and reliable news content that reflects the emirate's bright image, enhances reader confidence, and reinforces the role of responsible media in serving the community.
Publishing timeline and mechanism
We are committed to following precise editorial steps to ensure the quality of our content and its prompt delivery to readers, according to the following sequence:
Monitoring reliable government and field sources and international agencies to obtain news and set a daily publishing agenda.
Verifying sources and the accuracy of information before beginning writing.
Editing news articles in accordance with the website's editorial standards and policies, ensuring clarity and accuracy.
Reviewing texts to ensure linguistic integrity and the absence of errors, and adjusting the wording to align with the website's professional style.
Uploading content to the website and publishing it across approved social media platforms, taking into account the timing priorities and interests of the target audience.
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