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UAE President, Sheikh Mohammed mourn pioneer UAE businessman Hussain Khansaheb
Founded in 1935, the Khansaheb group has significantly contributed to the UAE's development, building many famous landmarks
- PUBLISHED: Fri 12 Sept 2025, 7:54 PM UPDATED: Sat 13 Sept 2025, 11:18 AM
UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and Vice President Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum have offered their condolences over the passing of Hussain Abdulrahman Khansaheb, who was considered one of the nation's most successful entrepreneurs.
Founded in 1935, the Khansaheb group has significantly contributed to the UAE's development, building many famous landmarks in the country. Hussain Abdulrahman Khansaheb served as the chairman of the group from 1954 to 2016.
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Khansaheb was a pioneer in the field of construction, who contributed significantly to the UAE's infrastructure during the country's early days of development. He was honoured by the UAE President Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan in 2021 for his humanitarian work, which saw him lead and contribute to many charitable initiatives both locally and internationally.
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'Dedicated service to the UAE'
In a heartfelt message Sheikh Mohamed prayed for God's mercy to Khansaheb, saying "Remembered for his spirit of generosity and dedicated service to the UAE, he contributed to our nation's advancement and worked to better our community through wide-reaching humanitarian and charitable initiatives. My sincere condolences to his family and all those whose lives he touched.
The President's message was shared alongside this photo:
Sheikh Mohammed mourns
In a message on X, Sheikh Mohammed, who also serves as UAE Prime Minister and Dubai Ruler said: "Our heartfelt condolences to the family of the late businessman, Hussain Khansaheb, one of the most prominent pioneers of enterprise in the UAE, whose company was founded in 1935. He was a leader in infrastructure projects, but what truly immortalises his memory is his pioneering role in community, humanitarian and charitable initiatives".
"He contributed to building housing for underprivileged families, homes for orphans, health centres and more. This is what endures — what elevates a person’s worth and preserves their name in the nation’s memory. May God have mercy on him, grant him eternal rest in His vast gardens, and bless his family with patience and solace," he added.
'The UAE lost a brother and a friend'
Sheikh Humaid bin Rashid Al Nuaimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Ajman, also paid tribute to Khansaheb saying: "Today, the UAE has lost a brother and a friend, Hussain Khansaheb… He was one of the sincere men who dedicated their efforts to serving the nation and the community."
He added: “We shared a friendship that spanned more than six decades, during which I knew him as a true brother, a man of wisdom, character, and noble positions. Throughout that time, I saw nothing from him but sincerity, integrity, and love for the UAE and its people.”
“Abu Abdulaziz… a man of generosity whose giving extended to many fields… His name will forever remain in the nation’s memory for his outstanding humanitarian and developmental achievements. We pray to Almighty Allah to shower him with His vast mercy, grant him a place in His spacious paradise, and bestow patience and solace upon his family and loved ones," he added.
Yasmin Hussein is an Assistant Digital Editor who believes that every news story carries a human element. Her motto is 'get it first, but first get it right'.