AWST 2024 kickstarts in Sharjah in a celebration of female empowerment

The 7th edition of the prestigious Arab Women Sports Tournament (AWST 2024) kickstarted on Friday at the iconic Al Majaz Amphitheatre in Sharjah, under the patronage of HH Sheikha Jawaher bint Mohammed Al Qasimi, chairperson of Sharjah Women Sports.

The tournament is a celebration of athletic prowess and female empowerment. It is expected to lure 560 skilled women athletes from 15 Arab countries, promising fierce competition from February 2 to 12 across eight sports including volleyball, shooting and archery.

The Arab Women Sports Tournament will be broadcast live on three channels via the Sharjah Broadcasting and Television Authority: Sharjah Sports Channel Al Sharqiya Channel in Kalba Sharjah Sports Channel 2 via the Maraya application Don't miss the action! #Shj #Sport #AWST24

— AWST (@AWSTShj) February 2, 2024

AWST 2024 inauguration ceremony: Key details

The opening ceremony will be attended by distinguished representatives, personalities and prominent sports figures from across the Emirates and the broader region. The inauguration is expected to feature an array of artistic, cultural and entertaining performances.

The ceremony is preparing for a vibrant display as teams proudly hoist the flags of their respective Arab countries, accompanied by captivating visual retrospectives of the games highlights, noted Zawya news agency in a report on Thursday.

Nonetheless, the emirate of Sharjah doesn’t stop at the games. It’s a city steeped in culture and heritage. The tournament’s events will unfold in eight state-of-the-art sports facilities, highlighting Sharjah’s commitment to ensuring the best conditions and utmost safety.

UAE cements role as premier global destination

The month of February is important for the UAE as the nation is set to host a series of international events and activities. The packed calendar underscores the Emirates’ influential role in shaping the future of several vital sectors both regionally and internationally.

The UAE is globally renowned as a hub for hosting and organising specialist exhibitions and conferences, evident throughout February 2024 as it hosts a string of economic, health, scientific and sports events inviting broad global participation, reported WAM.