Spotlight by Fady Jameel

In this thought leader series, 'Spotlight', Fady Jameel, Deputy President and Vice Chairman, Abdul Latif Jameel, takes an in-depth look at some of the world's most pressing issues.

In these articles Fady considers the challenges we face and examines the policies, technologies, approaches being utilized.  He'll also talk to the people involved in formulating the solutions and making a difference -  both from within Abdul Latif Jameel, Community Jameel and from industry, science and academia. 

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October 22, 2025 | Dubai, UAE

11 mins

Why are female leaders vital for sustainable success?

There once was a time, and unfortunately, not so very long ago, when you could walk into a senior leadership meeting in any business around the world and rarely see a female face.  The workplace was not seen as a place for women, certainly not at senior levels.  Thankfully, those days are behind us.  And the business world is all the better for it.

September 3, 2025 | Dubai, UAE

12 mins

How can we solve the e-waste problem?

One of the wonders of modern technology is its capacity for upgrade.  The software in our cellphones can be endlessly updated.  Chips in PCs can be replaced with more powerful alternatives.  Laptops can be refurbished; their memories expanded with external RAM.  Yet there inevitably comes a day when your beloved device, be it smartwatch, TV, phone or tablet, performs its final service.  What to do with it then?