This is Black in Dubai

Tobias Azizah spent 10 years building a global career at Facebook, now Meta — travelling across regions, gaining responsibility, creating a lane in food and beverage space, all while working at one of the world’s biggest tech companies. But after a decade, he knew it was time for something new. In this episode of This Is Black in Dubai, Tobias shares his real journey from London to Dubai, life bef...

Shahd’s life took her from Saudi Arabia to Sudan & later to the UAE, through engineering school, suddenly amidst a war, and escaping to rebuilding her life in Dubai. In this raw and powerful episode, she opens up about fleeing conflict, facing racism, navigating identity as an African, Black and Arab woman, and finding strength through it all. This is a story of survival, resilience, and soft...

Sanya didn’t just move to Dubai; she reinvented herself. From London as a Performing Arts Program Leader to the Dubai stage, from educator to creative storyteller, her journey proves that your gifts will always make room for you. 💡🎶With Nigerian roots, London energy and Dubai ambition, Sanya shares how she built a new life abroad through teaching, performance, creativity and community. In this e...

From Ghana to Dubai, Jamal Succeeded built a life he once couldn’t imagine. He arrived in the UAE with big dreams, started working as a lifeguard in Dubai without knowing how to swim and now, he’s a successful model, personal trainer, entrepreneur and one of Dubai’s most recognisable fitness leaders. In this inspiring conversation, Jamal opens up about:- His journey from Ghana to Dubai- How he wen...

From 2 suitcases and a dream to building a life, a business and a community in Dubai, meet Dionne, a British yoga teacher and wellness coach who moved to the UAE with no job, no home, just faith and determination. In this episode, we unpack:✨ What it’s really like to move to Dubai with nothing🧘🏾‍♀️ Building a successful wellness business from scratch💼 How she landed top clients and brand partn...