Make friends in the UAE through shared interests on JAWNA

Start with something you both enjoy

If you are new to the UAE or want to widen your circle, a shared activity gives conversation a starting point. JAWNA includes people discovery, games, voice rooms and activities. Choose an approach that suits you, without expecting every first conversation to become a friendship.

Interests and city

Conversation through games

A Baloot or Jackaroo table gives a group something to discuss. If you prefer to listen first, try voice rooms and take your time before joining the conversation. Respect room rules and privacy preferences; block and report tools are available when needed.

From the app to an activity

Browse activities and outings or post one of your own. Explain the idea, time and meeting place for participants. Choose a public place for a first meeting and avoid sharing private information too quickly. JAWNA helps you find common ground; friendship takes time, communication and mutual respect.

Game guides

• Baloot
• Jackaroo
• Tarneeb
• Kout
• Hand
• Trix

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Turn an interest into a specific invitation

Finding someone who likes games is a start; choosing a game and time makes the invitation clearer. Say whether you prefer partnerships or individual competition, then check the supported count in the guide. An invitation to four-player Tarneeb is easier to assess than a vague request to hang out. A missing reply is not necessarily a personal rejection. Continue exploring rather than repeatedly messaging someone who has not responded.

Use city information for planning

Browsing by city and interest can reveal a shared topic, but it does not establish someone’s current location or guarantee that they are nearby. If a conversation develops into an in-person activity, agree clearly on the idea, time and place. Start with a suitable public location. Do not share a home address or sensitive information merely because you have a hobby in common. Read the profile and community rules before making assumptions.

Choose the interaction that suits you

Plan a second session

After an enjoyable session, suggest a specific next activity: another round with agreed rules, or a conversation about a shared hobby. For team games, check your player count before the scheduled time and share a private table link with the invited group. Use a browser without a separate download or choose a current mobile option. Public guides are readable before sign-in, so friends can assess a game’s idea and required group size before joining.