Dubai residents to get regulated gardening services on Careem from September. Photo: Dubai Media Office * PUBLISHED: Sun 2 Aug 2026, 6:29 PM Dubai residents will be able to avail gardening services from September this year through the Careem app with the launch of the new 'Al Freej Gardener' initiative. Announced on August 2, it will ensure residents get access to qualified and licensed professionals via one regulated platform, while reinforcing security and safety standards across Dubai's neighbourhoods. 21 Jan, 2026 A collaboration between Dubai Municipality, Dubai Police, and the General Directorate of Identity and Foreigners Affairs, with Careem, the initiative will regulate requests for gardening services in residential areas through specialised agricultural maintenance companies offering service packages. Photo: gabr2024 Neighbourhood security and safety. After its launch, Dubai Police will carry out awareness and field campaigns across residential areas to strengthen understanding of relevant preventive measures and procedures. This will support the regulation of gardening services, enhance security and public safety, and contribute to a safe residential environment. Meanwhile, the GDRFA will be in charge of providing guidance on visa and permit requirements for gardening professionals, in order to avoid any irregular practices and promote legal compliance. Dubai Municipality on the other hand will ensure sustainable gardening practices are observed throughout these neighbourhoods with its training and awareness programmes. How does it work? The Careem platform will require participating gardeners and service providers to comply with applicable laws and regulations. It will also support awareness and relevant security and safety requirements while encouraging the adoption of regulated digital gardening services. Throughout the registration and qualification process, the delivery app will coordinate with the participating companies in order to get started on the digital platform. It will also provide customers with services required to deliver a safe, reliable and accessible customer experience. Laraib Anwer is a Digital Journalist who loves the thrill of breaking headlines almost as much as she does unapologetically using GenZ slang. She dreams of a world free of animal cruelty and hopes to tell community stories that make a difference. YOU MAY LIKE

Dubai launches 'Al Freej Gardener' platform to connect residents with licensed gardening professionals. Dubai Municipality, Dubai Police, GDRFA Dubai and Careem partner on digital initiative to regulate home gardening services and promote sustainable green spaces Dubai Municipality, Dubai Police General Headquarters and the General Directorate of Identity and Foreigners Affairs (GDRFA) Dubai, in collaboration with Careem, have launched the 'Al Freej Gardener' initiative, a digital platform designed to regulate home gardening and landscaping services across the emirate. Text Size: Dubai: Dubai Municipality, Dubai Police General Headquarters and the General Directorate of Identity and Foreigners Affairs (GDRFA) Dubai, in collaboration with Careem, have launched the 'Al Freej Gardener' initiative, a digital platform designed to regulate home gardening and landscaping services across the emirate. The initiative will provide residents with access to qualified and licensed professionals through a regulated digital platform, helping to improve service quality while enhancing security, safety and the appearance of residential neighbourhoods. The service will become available through the Careem app in September. 'Al Freej Gardener' reflects cooperation between government entities and the private sector to deliver essential community services. The platform will provide residents with access to reliable gardening services and agricultural guidance based on sustainable practices that support the quality and sustainability of residential green spaces across Dubai. The initiative will regulate requests for gardening services through specialised agricultural maintenance companies offering tailored service packages. Services will include home gardening, routine maintenance, irrigation system installation and maintenance, and agricultural consultancy through a single on-demand digital platform. The launch was marked by the signing of a memorandum of cooperation witnessed by Lieutenant General Abdullah Khalifa Al Marri, Commander-in-Chief of Dubai Police; Lieutenant General Mohammed Ahmed Al Marri, Director General of GDRFA Dubai; and Eng. Marwan Ahmed bin Ghalita, Director General of Dubai Municipality. The agreement establishes a framework for implementing the initiative through digital solutions aimed at enhancing service quality and efficiency while ensuring compliance with applicable requirements and regulations. Dubai Municipality is leading the initiative in coordination with relevant government entities to provide residents with convenient access to qualified gardening and landscaping professionals and improve the quality and reliability of services. The initiative will also support training and awareness programmes promoting responsible and sustainable gardening practices. Dubai Police will conduct awareness and field campaigns in residential communities to strengthen public understanding of preventive measures and procedures related to gardening services. These efforts are intended to support regulated service delivery, enhance security and contribute to safer neighbourhoods. GDRFA Dubai will provide guidance on relevant visa and permit requirements and support awareness efforts related to engaging gardening professionals, helping ensure compliance with applicable regulations. Careem will develop and operate the digital platform, coordinate with participating companies through the registration and qualification process, and provide the support services required to deliver a safe and reliable customer experience. Major General Hareb Mohammed Al Shamsi, Deputy Commander-in-Chief for Criminal Affairs at Dubai Police, said the initiative reflects the value of cooperation between government entities and the private sector in developing services that respond to community needs while supporting Dubai's vision for a sustainable and attractive city. Major General Dr. Ali bin Ajif Al Zaabi, Assistant Director General of the Violators and Foreigners Follow-up Sector at GDRFA Dubai, said clear regulatory frameworks are essential to the success of community services and noted that the directorate will support the initiative through awareness and guidance related to visas, permits and compliance requirements. Eng. Nasser BuShehab, CEO of the Planning and Governance Sector at Dubai Municipality, said the initiative combines service and community objectives by improving the regulation and provision of gardening services while supporting sustainable agricultural practices and preserving Dubai's urban and visual appeal. Mudassir Sheikha, CEO of Careem, said the partnership supports the company's mission to simplify and improve everyday life, adding that the platform will help provide residents with reliable, high-quality home gardening services while raising standards across the sector. The platform will require participating gardeners and service providers to comply with applicable laws and regulations and will promote the adoption of regulated digital gardening services throughout Dubai.

Careem Food launches catering service in the UAE. July 30, 2026 | Posted by LG Content Team New service brings catering for any occasion into the Careem app Careem, the region's leading Everything App, has launched Careem Food Catering, a new service giving customers across Dubai and Abu Dhabi access to 20+ of the UAE's top caterers through a single, seamless booking experience on the Careem app. The service was developed in direct response to data from Careem's own platform. Over recent months, the company has seen a consistent spike in large group orders, office catering requests and repeat catering-related searches, signalling a clear demand for a more convenient, app-based hosting experience. Large groups Every caterer on the service offers menus designed specifically for large groups, whether that's a gathering of 10 or a celebration of 60, making it far simpler to order for a crowd than piecing together individual dishes. Minimum orders start from AED 350. "With Careem Food Catering, we're giving people in Dubai and Abu Dhabi access to the best caterers in their city, with the same ease and reliability they already trust us for. This summer, and for every occasion after, we want Careem to be the first place people turn to when they're hosting," stated Nourhan Farhat, VP, Marketplace Businesses, Careem. "Careem's platform gives us direct access to customers across Dubai and Abu Dhabi, and their reliability means we can focus on what we do best. We're proud to be part of this launch," added Danish Irfan Gaya, Director, Gazebo.