The newly-elected New York City mayor thinks they should be over there. It’s a concept that’s been gaining traction in cities around the world– would it work here in the UAE? Would it change how you travel, if there are no bus fares?

The Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA)  has announced it will build 60 new affordable private schools, as part of a broader plan to deliver 100 new schools. But how do you make education more affordable without cutting corners? 

From April 2026, the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) will launch a new Global Curriculum for all of its affiliated schools operating outside of India. And that includes the 106 CBSE schools here in the UAE, the largest network of Indian curriculum schools anywhere outside India. But what does this mean in real terms for students, parents, and schools?

And we’re heading to Cairo, where the Grand Egyptian Museum has finally opened its doors.

The newly-elected New York City mayor thinks they should be over there. It&rsquo;s a concept that&rsquo;s been gaining traction in cities around the world&ndash; would it work here in the UAE? Would it change how you travel, if there are no bus fares?
The Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA) &nbsp;has announced it will build 60 new affordable private schools, as part of a broader plan to deliver 100 new schools. But how do you make education more affordable without cutting corners?&nbsp;
From April 2026, the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) will launch a new Global Curriculum for all of its affiliated schools operating outside of India. And that includes the 106 CBSE schools here in the UAE, the largest network of Indian curriculum schools anywhere outside India. But what does this mean in real terms for students, parents, and schools?
And we&rsquo;re heading to Cairo, where the Grand Egyptian Museum has finally opened its doors.

The Agenda is your go-to programme for news, analysis and comment - a daily digest of local and international stories that matter to you. Broadcasting every weekday, Georgia Tolley goes beyond the headlines to speak to government ministers, decision makers, analysts and local experts to find out how the news will impact those of us living in the UAE.
From Covid-19, to climate change and community issues, The Agenda covers stories from every walk of life, so get in touch with us and tell us your news.

The Agenda is your go-to programme for news, analysis and comment - a daily digest of local and international stories that matter to you. Broadcasting every weekday, Georgia Tolley goes beyond the headlines to speak to government ministers, decision makers, analysts and local experts to find out how the news will impact those of us living in the UAE. From Covid-19, to climate change and community issues, The Agenda covers stories from every walk of life, so get in touch with us and tell us your news.