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Al Bawaba
15-07-2025
- Business
- Al Bawaba
Ooredoo Advances National Vision Through Targeted Training for Al Buraimi Government
Ooredoo has launched a focused capacity-building training program for select government entities in Al Buraimi Governorate, as part of a wider cooperation agreement with the Governorate Office. The initiative aims to strengthen institutional performance through focused on the launch, Abdul Aziz Al-Abri, Director - Business Sales 'At the heart of this initiative is a simple but powerful idea, empowering individuals with the skills they need to thrive. These sessions go beyond training; they spark inspiration, build confidence, and introduce innovation into everyday work. Ooredoo is proud to support government teams with tools that make a real impact.'Recently held over two days, the training focused on cognitive development and learning enhancement. Participants from various government sectors will gain practical skills to improve administrative and operational by a global company specialized in this field, the program supports Ooredoo's long-term strategy to invest in local talent and build national expertise. It also contributes to better public service delivery, offering lasting value to the wider community. This initiative reflects the strength of Ooredoo's Government Relations Unit and sets a strong precedent for future public-private partnerships that drive national progress. © 2000 - 2025 Al Bawaba ( Signal PressWire is the world's largest independent Middle East PR distribution service.
Zawya
07-07-2025
- Business
- Zawya
Oman: MoHT plans to develop Al Jabal Al Sharqi site
MUSCAT: The Ministry of Heritage and Tourism (MoHT) reiterated in a statement its keenness to address appeals and calls to improve and expand services in Al Jabal Al Sharqi in the Wilayat of Al Hamra, as part of its ongoing efforts to upgrade key tourism sites across the Sultanate of Oman. In coordination with the Governor's Office of Al Dakhiliyah Governorate and relevant authorities, the ministry confirmed that the Governorate recently floated a tender for the construction of Al Jabal Al Sharqi Oasis project. The initiative, which was announced in April this year, will help enhance basic public services in the area in line with the ministry's tourism development strategies. The ministry also stated that efforts are underway in collaboration with the Governorate to implement elements of the 11th Five-Year Development Plan. These include comprehensive service frameworks aimed at meeting the needs of major tourist sites and landmarks across the governorate, in parallel with the ministry's broader tourism development agenda. The ministry stressed its commitment to transforming Al Jabal Al Sharqi into a high-quality tourism destination with integrated tourism elements, while ensuring a delicate balance between tourism growth, environmental sustainability and preservation of the area's natural features. It also underlined the need for relevant stakeholders to accelerate the implementation of agreed-upon development projects, and noted that it would take the necessary legal steps, including land reclamation measures for investment plots that remain undeveloped or have failed to meet the intended development projects. 2022 © All right reserved for Oman Establishment for Press, Publication and Advertising (OEPPA) Provided by SyndiGate Media Inc. (
Saba Yemen
03-07-2025
- Politics
- Saba Yemen
Al-Quds Governorate warns of alleged "Temple" Groups' month-long program targeting Al-Aqsa
Occupied Quds – Saba: Al-Quds Governorate in occupied Palestine warned on Thursday of the dangerous and systematic escalation targeting Al-Aqsa Mosque, which has taken a more aggressive and organized form by extremist alleged "Temple" groups, with official support from the Israeli Zionist entity's government and its security forces. In a statement, the Governorate stated that the program published by one of these alleged "Temple" groups includes systematic incursions into Al-Aqsa Mosque over a full month, involving 12 rabbis and heads of Jewish religious institutes under religious and racist pretexts. This represents a dangerous escalation in the Judaization of Al-Aqsa Mosque and the alteration of its Islamic character. It added that the gathering of rabbis violates the ruling of the "Chief Rabbinate," clearly demonstrating how extremist religious groups are even surpassing traditional Jewish religious authorities in favor of a settler agenda aimed at imposing a new reality in Al-Aqsa. Al-Quds Governorate highlighted the gravity of the escalation, including accompanying public Jewish religious rituals in the mosque's courtyards—such as a settlers' wedding ceremony involving dancing and singing under the protection of the Israeli enemy police. This provocative and unprecedented scene reveals the deliberate intent to turn Al-Aqsa Mosque into a space for Talmudic rituals, constituting a blatant violation of the sanctity and Islamic religious and civilizational status of the site. The Governorate warned that continued incursions and the imposition of Jewish religious rituals in Al-Aqsa Mosque could explode tensions in Al-Quds and the entire region, holding the Israeli enemy government—particularly the so-called "National Security Minister"—fully responsible for the consequences of these provocative policies that disregard all international laws and agreements on holy sites. It emphasized that these violations would not have occurred without the explicit official support of the extremist National Security Minister, war criminal Itamar Ben-Gvir, who gave the green light for Zionist settlers to perform their rituals throughout Al-Aqsa's courtyards—not just in the eastern corner. This marks a dangerous shift in the occupier's rules and an overturning of the historical and legal status quo. Al-Quds Governorate reaffirmed that Al-Aqsa Mosque is an exclusive right for Muslims alone, and no political, religious, or military entity has the right to infringe upon or alter this right. It stated that the ongoing violations are preparations for a broader aggression during the so-called "Temple Destruction Anniversary" in August, calling on the international community to take responsibility in preventing this. The Governorate urged the Organization of Islamic Cooperation, the Arab League, the United Nations, and especially UNESCO, to act urgently to halt this escalating aggression against Al-Aqsa Mosque. It saluted the steadfastness of Al-Quds's residents—men and women—who physically and consciously confront Judaization and incursion attempts, stressing that the Islamic right to Al-Aqsa is immutable and cannot be erased by time or the will of settlers. Whatsapp Telegram Email Print more of (International)
Zawya
02-07-2025
- Business
- Zawya
Oman: Innovation hackathon launches to advance digital transformation
MUSCAT - Al Dhahirah Governorate has launched one of its most ambitious digital initiatives to date, 'Al Dhahirah Tech Innovation Hackathon,' a three-day event aimed at empowering youth to develop innovative solutions to real-world challenges. Organised by the Office of the Governor and held under the auspices of Musallam bin Ahmed Al Maashani, Wali of Dhank, the event is being hosted at the University of Technology and Applied Sciences and has drawn over 200 participants from across Oman. Designed as a cornerstone of the governorate's vision to build a dynamic and inclusive digital society, the hackathon brings together university students, entrepreneurs, and tech enthusiasts to work collaboratively on technological solutions addressing service, environmental, and developmental issues. The initiative highlights Al Dhahirah's strategic focus on fostering innovation, strengthening digital capabilities, and engaging youth in shaping the future of their communities. Speaking to the Observer, Salem bin Ali al Mahrouqi, Director General of Administrative and Financial Affairs in Al Dhahirah Governorate and Chairman of the Hackathon's Supervisory Committee, described the event as a key platform to advance the governorate's digital transformation agenda. 'This hackathon reflects our commitment to creating a culture of innovation,' he said. 'It supports youth creativity, encourages entrepreneurial thinking, and leads to scalable, incubatable solutions tailored to the needs of the local community.' Al Mahrouqi added that digital transformation in Al Dhahirah has become a tangible reality, driven by a series of targeted initiatives that integrate technology across various aspects of life. 'This event brings together creative minds to chart a brighter, tech-enabled future for the governorate,' he noted. The opening ceremony featured a video presentation highlighting Al Dhahirah's performance in the Digital Transformation Excellence Assessment, overseen by the Ministry of Transport, Communications and Information Technology. The governorate recorded notable progress, underscoring its dedication to innovation-driven governance. The presentation also covered key statistics, including participant demographics, accepted challenges, and evaluation benchmarks. A panel discussion followed, featuring Eng. Othman al Mandhari, CEO of Innotech, who shared global best practices in modern construction automation. He emphasised the importance of adopting advanced technologies such as 3D printing in building smart, sustainable cities. Additional speakers included Khalisa Al Jahwari, who addressed the role of digital transformation in emerging economies, and Badr Al Rahbi of Doorly, who discussed technology's impact on Oman's real estate market. Throughout the hackathon, participants worked in teams to develop tech-driven solutions to challenges in areas such as smart government services, agriculture and water, education, community health, and logistics. The programme also featured technical workshops, mentorship sessions, and expert consultations to guide participants in refining their ideas into actionable prototypes. A judging panel will evaluate the solutions and award prizes to the top three teams, with a focus on innovation, feasibility, and impact. Beyond the competition, the initiative is expected to produce actionable recommendations and establish working groups to scale promising projects within the governorate.
Zawya
16-06-2025
- Business
- Zawya
Residential property prices in Oman rise by 7.3%
Muscat: Data released by the National Centre for Statistics and Information (NCSI) showed a 7.3 percent increase in the residential property price index in the Sultanate of Oman in the first quarter of 2025, compared to the same quarter of 2024. This increase was driven by a 6.5 percent rise in residential land prices by the end of the first quarter of 2025. Residential apartment prices also rose by 17 percent, followed by villas at 6.4 percent, while other home prices rose by 2.2 percent. The general index of residential real estate prices also recorded a 5.5 percent increase in the first quarter of 2025, compared to the fourth quarter of 2024. The residential land price index rose by 5.5 percent, while apartment prices rose by 4.3 percent and villa prices by 4.5 percent. Other housing prices also increased by 13.4 percent. At the governorate level, Muscat Governorate recorded the highest growth rate in residential land prices in the first quarter of 2025, at 17.4 percent, compared to the same quarter of 2024. Musandam Governorate followed with a 12.8 percent increase, followed by North Al Batinah Governorate with 7.3 percent, South Al Batinah Governorate with 6.1 percent, and Dhofar Governorate with 6 percent. Meanwhile, South Al Sharqiyah Governorate recorded a 3.4 percent increase. In contrast, Al Buraimi Governorate recorded a 35.1 percent decline in residential land prices, followed by Al Dhahirah Governorate with a 25.3 percent decline, then Al Wusta Governorate with a 20.4 percent decline, while Al Dakhiliyah Governorate witnessed a 3.7 percent decline, and North Al Sharqiyah Governorate saw a slight decline of 0.8 percent. © Muscat Media Group Provided by SyndiGate Media Inc. (
