{
  "id": 8096956,
  "title": "UAE opens 'Little Trader' programme to students from grades 1 to 12",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/17/uae-opens-little-trader-programme-to-students-from-grades-1-to-12",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-09-17T19:35:42.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Gulf News",
    "slug": "gulf-news",
    "url": "https://gulfnews.com/uae/education/uae-opens-little-trader-programme-to-students-from-grades-1-to-12-1.500678423"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Dubai's Ministry of Education has announced the registration for the second edition of its Young Trader programme, inviting students from Grades 1 to 12 to participate. This opportunity allows young learners to innovate and develop viable, sustainable projects. Registration opened on September 16 and will remain open until October 15, 2026. The programme is accessible to students in both government and private schools throughout the UAE, with coordination managed by individual school administrations. The objective is to encourage students to evolve their ideas beyond mere concepts and gain practical experience by turning them into real projects. The Young Trader programme returns for its second year, aiming to provide students of varying ages with the chance to explore entrepreneurship, innovation, and project development. Interested students or those seeking more information about the programme and participation criteria are advised to reach out to their school administration.",
  "summary": "Dubai: The Ministry of Education has opened registration for the second edition of its Young Trader programme, giving students from Grades 1 to 12 an opportunity to develop innovative ideas and turn them into viable, sustainable projects. Registration opened on September 16 and will continue until October 15, 2026, the ministry said. Get updated faster and for FREE: Download the Gulf News app now…",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}