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  • Sheikh Khaled Inaugurates $201 Million Al Samha Housing Project in Abu Dhabi

    Sheikh Khaled Inaugurates $201 Million Al Samha Housing Project in Abu Dhabi

    Abu Dhabi has unveiled another milestone in its mission to deliver sustainable, fully serviced residential communities that enhance quality of life for Emirati families. The Al Samha Housing Project, inaugurated by His Highness Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Chairman of the Abu Dhabi Executive Council, represents a comprehensive approach to urban planning that goes beyond housing to create integrated neighborhoods.

    During the visit, His Highness was briefed on the project’s design specifications and key features, including its comprehensive infrastructure and public service facilities. The development covers 50 hectares and includes 242 villas, each built on a 1,080-square-meter plot with a total built-up area of 505 square meters.

    The project incorporates 33 public parks and green spaces, a mosque spanning 1,228 square meters with capacity for 644 worshippers, two commercial complexes containing 38 retail outlets, and a 3-kilometer cycling track. The development was delivered by the Abu Dhabi Housing Authority (ADHA) in partnership with the Abu Dhabi Projects and Infrastructure Centre (ADPIC), in line with the highest quality standards and international best practices.

    “The project reflects a commitment to providing world-class housing options aligned with the leadership’s vision for stable and well-served communities,” stated Mohamed Ali Al Shorafa, Chairman of the Department of Municipalities and Transport and Chairman of ADHA.

    Officials highlighted that the Al Samha Housing Project reflects the leadership’s commitment to developing fully integrated and sustainable residential communities that support family wellbeing, prosperity and a high quality of life. Abu Dhabi’s housing approach focuses on building comprehensive communities that integrate housing, services and modern infrastructure to enhance social wellbeing and empower Emirati families.

    The project is part of the Emirati Neighbourhood Initiative led by ADHA, which aims to deliver modern housing within well-planned communities that promote social stability and support urban development across the emirate. This initiative aligns with Abu Dhabi’s sustained housing support, which has exceeded AED5.76 billion in 2026.

    Hamad Hareb Al Muhairi, Director-General of ADHA, noted that the project marks an important milestone in meeting citizens’ housing needs, with careful planning to ensure it aligns with Emirati family requirements in terms of space, design and community facilities.

    The Al Samha development demonstrates Abu Dhabi’s long-term commitment to creating liveable, sustainable urban environments as the emirate’s population heads toward six million by 2040. The project contributes to the broader vision of transforming Abu Dhabi into a destination that balances strategic growth with quality of life, reinforcing the emirate’s position as a regional leader in planned urban development.

  • Abu Dhabi Approves $419 Million Housing Package Ahead of Eid Al Adha

    Abu Dhabi Approves $419 Million Housing Package Ahead of Eid Al Adha

    The second housing package of 2026 was announced following directives from His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the UAE, in his capacity as Ruler of Abu Dhabi, underscoring the leadership’s ongoing commitment to promoting family and social stability through sustainable housing solutions.

    Housing Loans and Exemptions Total AED1.54 Billion

    The approved package comprises housing loans valued at AED1.41 billion, benefiting 929 citizens, and exemptions from housing loan repayments totaling AED123 million, supporting 145 senior citizens, limited-income retirees, and families of deceased citizens across the emirate.

    “We extend our deepest gratitude and appreciation to His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the UAE, and to His Highness Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Chairman of the Abu Dhabi Executive Council, for their continued directives that place citizens’ needs at the forefront of all priorities to achieve social stability,” said His Excellency Mohamed Ali Al Shorafa, Chairman of the Board of Directors of Abu Dhabi Housing Authority (ADHA).

    “The leadership remains steadfast in its commitment to ensuring a dignified life and suitable housing for local families, fostering their wellbeing and security while contributing to a cohesive society that actively supports the nation’s development journey.”

    Record Housing Support in 2026

    His Excellency Hamad Hareb Al Muhairi, Director-General of Abu Dhabi Housing Authority, emphasized that the package aligns with the nation’s comprehensive development objectives and reinforces the vital role of suitable housing in building a cohesive and prosperous society.

    With this approval, the total value of housing benefits delivered to citizens in Abu Dhabi during 2026 has reached AED5.76 billion. Since the establishment of the Abu Dhabi Housing Authority, more than 133,000 housing benefits have been delivered to citizens, exceeding AED182 billion in total value.

    The timing ahead of Eid Al Adha demonstrates the leadership’s focus on enhancing citizen welfare during significant occasions, reinforcing Abu Dhabi’s position as a government committed to long-term social stability and family wellbeing.

    Al Muhairi reaffirmed ADHA’s commitment to continuously developing its programs and services to ensure citizens across Abu Dhabi can access suitable housing with ease and convenience, while advancing the housing sector in alignment with the leadership’s vision.

    The emirate’s housing sector has witnessed significant momentum in 2026, with initiatives such as the ADIB and DAMAC financing plan offering up to 85% loan-to-value ratios, broadening access to homeownership across the UAE. Meanwhile, Aldar’s partnership with DMT to develop over 20 million square meters underscores the scale of residential expansion in the capital.

  • Abu Dhabi Approves $1.15 Billion Housing Package for Citizens

    Abu Dhabi Approves $1.15 Billion Housing Package for Citizens

    The housing package, approved under the directives of Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the UAE, includes housing loans amounting to AED2.1 billion for 1,415 citizens, ready-built housing grants valued at AED1.82 billion for 914 citizens, residential land grants worth AED144 million for 185 citizens, and exemptions from housing loan repayments totalling AED142 million for 138 senior citizens, limited-income retirees, and heirs of deceased citizens.

    Abu Dhabi’s disbursement of the first housing package of 2026 comes ahead of Eid Al Fitr and reflects the leadership’s ongoing commitment to enhancing Emirati families’ wellbeing and ensuring their social stability and happiness in an environment that meets their aspirations and needs.

    “We extend our sincere gratitude and appreciation to His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the UAE, and to His Highness Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Chairman of the Abu Dhabi Executive Council, for their continued generous directives, care and commitment to providing citizens with the highest standards of living,” said Mohamed Ali Al Shorafa, Chairman of the Board of Directors of Abu Dhabi Housing Authority.

    Al Shorafa added that the leadership’s directives to disburse this housing benefits package reflect their commitment to meeting citizens’ aspirations and housing needs, enhancing their quality of life and ensuring stability and well-being for Emirati families.

    This package brings the total housing benefits delivered to citizens in Abu Dhabi since the establishment of the Abu Dhabi Housing Authority to more than 132,000, exceeding AED181 billion.

    Hamad Hareb Al Muhairi, Director-General of Abu Dhabi Housing Authority, noted that the new housing benefits package embodies the leadership’s ongoing dedication to ensuring dignified living standards and family stability for Emirati citizens, while serving comprehensive development objectives and underscoring the importance of suitable housing as a cornerstone of a cohesive and prosperous society.

    Al Muhairi further stated that Abu Dhabi Housing Authority continuously works to enhance and develop its programs and services, facilitating citizens’ access to suitable housing, in line with the leadership’s directives and ambitious vision for a prosperous future for citizens.

    The announcement comes as regional authorities continue to prioritize citizen welfare through housing initiatives. Earlier on March 18, Dubai allocated 4,631 residential plots valued at Dh5.3 billion for Emirati citizens across multiple communities. Abu Dhabi’s housing sector has also demonstrated strong momentum, with 75 million square meters of development approved in 2025, marking a 137% year-on-year increase.