New roads, lakes, and historic districts are set to reshape Kalba’s skyline.
Sharjah: His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, has announced that several landmark development projects in Kalba will be inaugurated in December, marking a key milestone in the emirate’s ongoing urban transformation of the coastal city.
Speaking during a phone-in segment on the Direct Line programme, Sheikh Sultan said the initiative dates back to a commitment made to Kalba residents on April 14, 2019, when he pledged to begin development work the following morning—an undertaking that has since driven seven years of continuous construction activity.
Seven years in the making
“For seven years, we have worked continuously to develop the city of Kalba. By the grace of God, we have completed beautiful projects, and we will inaugurate Jabel Deem with its roads, landscaping, and rest areas, as December will witness many openings,” Sheikh Sultan said.
What’s opening in December
He confirmed that several projects will be inaugurated, including Al Hayar, which features a rest area and a lake, along with the roads of Wadi Al Helo, compensation buildings, and the corniche.
A key addition to the city’s identity will be Khor Kalba City, a historically and archaeologically curated destination under development behind Kalba University and extending toward the sea. Existing homes in the area have been repurposed into hotel-style rental lodges, while the district will also include restored forts and mosques, assessed through an archaeological and historical framework. The entire area will be enclosed within a protective perimeter wall.
Infrastructure push
Alongside the major openings, significant road works are nearing completion. A new road running parallel to Al Wahda Street will connect the area behind the university to the city wall, while another route will link the corniche to the ring road. An old fort located within a large roundabout is also being integrated into the upgraded road network.
Meanwhile, the Al Furaish Lake project, behind Al Murash Square and stretching about 750 metres, is progressing toward completion. Sheikh Sultan described it as a family leisure destination similar to Al Rafisah Dam.
“The project will be an enjoyable park for children, similar to Al Rafisah Dam project. Trees are currently being planted on the mountain in this area, and there are waterfalls among the trees flowing into the sea. People will be able to park their cars, walk, stroll, and enjoy the place,” he said.
More to come beyond December
Sheikh Sultan stressed that the December inaugurations mark a milestone rather than an endpoint. “We bring good news to the people of Kalba that the inauguration of these projects is not the end of the journey, and we will continue with further inaugurations. We assure them of stability, comfort, and services of all kinds, including sewage systems and rainwater drainage. God willing, these projects will represent ‘lasting happiness’ for the residents of Kalba.”
Reflecting on the broader transformation underway, he added: “The city is beautiful and enables us to carry out these development and recreational projects. By the grace of God, we have accomplished much in Kalba, and government departments have become architectural landmarks.”
