Prominent Businessman Hussein Khansaw Passes Away
Sara KhaledUAE Business Pioneer Hussein Khansaheb Dies, Leaving Legacy of Infrastructure Development
Hussein Abdul Rahman Khansaheb, a prominent Emirati businessman who played a pivotal role in building the UAE's modern infrastructure, has passed away. The entrepreneur, father of Abdul Aziz and Tariq Hussein Khansaheb, was instrumental in developing the nation's road networks, bridges, tunnels, and major construction projects that helped transform the Emirates into a regional hub.
A Builder of Nations
Khansaheb's contributions to the UAE's development span decades of strategic infrastructure projects that connected the seven emirates and supported the country's rapid economic growth. His work encompassed inter-emirate highways, government facilities, commercial centers, sports stadiums, and other critical infrastructure that became the backbone of the UAE's transformation from a collection of trading ports to a global business destination.
Beyond Construction: Philanthropic Impact
The businessman's influence extended far beyond construction sites. Khansaheb established himself as one of the UAE's leading philanthropists, founding charitable institutions and providing assistance to various segments of society both domestically and internationally. This dual focus on economic development and social responsibility reflects the broader UAE model of business leadership that has characterized the nation's growth story.
Timing and Context
Khansaheb's passing comes at a time when the UAE continues to position itself as a regional leader in infrastructure development and humanitarian aid. His approach—combining large-scale construction expertise with systematic charitable giving—mirrors the country's own evolution into a significant player in both regional development and international aid distribution.
A Model for Regional Business Leaders
The entrepreneur's career trajectory represents the first generation of UAE business leaders who built their enterprises alongside the country's institutional development. Unlike family businesses in other Gulf states that focused primarily on trading or oil services, Khansaheb's ventures directly supported the physical infrastructure that enabled the UAE's diversification strategy.
Final Arrangements
Funeral prayers will be held Saturday immediately after noon prayers at Al Shuhada Mosque near Al Qusais Cemetery in Dubai. A three-day mourning period will be observed at the family residence in Al Mizhar 1, Dubai, with specific hours designated for condolences from Saturday evening through Monday.
