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Argaam
6 days ago
- Politics
- Argaam
Encroachments on over 39M sqm govt land in Riyadh removed
Field campaigns carried out by competent committees removed encroachments on government-owned land spanning 39.867 million square meters (sqm) in Riyadh. According to the state-owned SPA, Riyadh city came on top in the second quarter of 2025, with 657 cases of encroachment removed, on a total area of 9.8 million sqm. Meanwhile, Wadi Al-Dawasir Governorate ranked first in terms of land area, with a single encroachment removed over 24 million sqm. In Murat Governorate, 5.6 million square meters of encroached land were cleared, in addition to other locations including the governorates of Dawadmi, Afif, Huraymila, Al-Quwaiiyah, Ar-Rayn, Ad-Dilam, and Al-Muzahmiyah.
Zawya
17-07-2025
- General
- Zawya
Oman: Quality of telecom connections contributes to digital transformation, TRA
Muscat - Internal building connections are one of the key factors contributing to ensuring the availability of high-quality and consistent telecommunications services within buildings. Poor internal wiring quality represents a major challenge and tops the list of complaints received by the Telecommunications Regulatory Authority (TRA) from subscribers across Oman's governorates. In light of the TRA's concern for the quality of internal building connections, the Authority, in a media awareness campaign launched to raise community awareness of the importance of proper internal wiring for telecommunications services in residential and commercial buildings, highlighted the need to adopt the technical guidelines issued by the Authority. These guidelines include requirements and standards for internal wiring according to the type of building, whether single-storey residential, multi-storey, commercial, or integrated residential complex. The TRA emphasised that adherence to these technical standards ensures the availability of an internal communications network infrastructure that contributes to the digital transformation of society and supports the readiness of modern buildings to keep pace with the development of communications services and smart home technologies. It mentioned that failure to adhere to the approved technical standards may result in continued poor internal service coverage, which will negatively impact the user experience. In the building category, single-storey residential buildings, it is recommended to extend Category 6 (CAT-6) copper cables or higher from the main distribution box to all communications sockets, with a dedicated infrastructure in place that allows each wireless access point (Wi-Fi) to be connected to a separate cable to enhance performance and coverage. It is also preferable to allocate an RJ45 cable to each television, security camera, ground-floor windows, and external door to transform the building into a fully integrated smart home. In multi-storey residential buildings, the ground floor should be equipped with a main distribution box, connected by ascending channels to the floor distribution boxes on each floor. In the case of big buildings, the TRA recommends establishing a communications room instead of boxes, in addition to providing a dedicated distribution box for each residential unit, connected via cable channels. Furthermore, commercial buildings are required to provide a dedicated communications room within the commercial building, replacing the main distribution box, given the nature and volume of demand for communications services in these facilities. In residential complexes, a central communications room must be installed in the centre of the complex, connected to the outer wall via dedicated ducts. Fibre optic cables must be used to connect this room to all residential or commercial units within the complex, ensuring high-quality and efficient data transmission. The importance of using quality connections lies in ensuring a fast internal communications network for all building facilities and the ability to deliver future electronic services necessary to keep pace with the digital transformation and meet the growing demand for communications services. Internal connections enable buildings to keep step with the digital transformation by providing a robust communications infrastructure, enabling the use of modern technologies and digital services. For smart homes, internal connections are essential for connecting various devices and systems, such as lighting, security and entertainment, to provide an integrated and smart home environment. 2022 © All right reserved for Oman Establishment for Press, Publication and Advertising (OEPPA) Provided by SyndiGate Media Inc. (
Zawya
14-07-2025
- Business
- Zawya
Egypt: MSMEDA signs $1.6mln financing agreement with Tadbiir to support SMEs
Arab Finance: The Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprise Development Agency (MSMEDA) signed a financing deal with Tadbiir for Leasing & Factoring at a value of EGP 80 million, as per a statement. Basil Rahmy, CEO of MSMEDA, highlighted that the contract, secured via the commercial factoring system, aims to provide the necessary financing for citizens in all governorates to establish small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in various fields. The investments will mainly focus on industrial and productive projects, enabling them to develop and expand their business, while enhancing their production capacities. Financing will be provided through direct and reverse factoring, with a minimum of EGP 250,000 per project. A maximum of EGP 15 million will be allocated for small projects and EGP 30 million for medium-sized ones. Rahmy noted that the agency offers various financing tools to back SMEs, tailored to suit the activity of each business and enhance their growth potential. These facilities include factoring, which finances deferred sales to provide immediate liquidity to help manage project cash flows. Meanwhile, the reverse factoring enables project purchases from suppliers on credit to support the operating cycle without delays. Financial leasing supports the purchase of assets by leasing them under long-term contracts, without the need for upfront investment. For his part, Ahmed Kamal Selim, Managing Director of Tadbiir, said the company provided financing exceeding EGP 1.2 billion to more than 60 firms operating in various sectors across six governorates over the past two years. It is worth noting that the MSMEDA has previously granted Tadbiir financing amounting to nearly EGP 30 million, in accordance with the agency's goals. Tadbiir targeted SMEs in key sectors, including technology, food and beverage (F&B), and healthcare, securing job opportunities for citizens. It also provided financing estimated at approximately EGP 60 million to companies, achieving 100% of the target for financial leasing and factoring clients. © 2020-2023 Arab Finance For Information Technology. All Rights Reserved. Provided by SyndiGate Media Inc. (
Zawya
12-06-2025
- Business
- Zawya
ITIDA launches nationwide internship program to train 10,000 students in emerging tech and digital arts
Cairo, Egypt — The Information Technology Industry Development Agency (ITIDA) has launched an enhanced edition of its Summer Internship Program for University Students, in collaboration with the National Telecommunications Institute (NTI) and Systel, the sole official sales and services distributor for Motorola Solutions in Egypt. This program is part of Egypt's national strategy to upskill its young talent and prepare them for careers in ICT and digital arts. With a renewed focus on future-ready skills and expanded reach, the program aims to train over 10,000 undergraduate students from faculties of engineering, computer science, business information systems, media, fine and applied arts, and art education, across Egypt's governorates. A Talent-Powered Vision With more than 760,000 university graduates annually, including 50,000 ICT graduates, 171,000 in finance and accounting, and 28% in STEM fields, Egypt boasts one of the most dynamic and multilingual talent pools in the region. The government's vision, led by the Ministry of Communications and Information Technology (MCIT) and its affiliates including ITIDA, places young talent at the heart of its digital transformation strategy. Through targeted programs, Egypt is training over 500,000 professionals by 2025 in high-demand domains like AI, cloud computing, and cybersecurity. Market-Aligned Curriculum and Practical Tracks The revamped program was redesigned to meet evolving labor market needs and the skill demands of local and international employers. Each training path spans 120 hours, including 90 hours of specialized technical training, and 30 hours of workplace readiness training, covering soft skills and freelancing fundamentals. Delivered in cooperation with NTI, the program features eight specialized tracks, including Cybersecurity, Software development and UI/UX design, Data analytics and AI, Cloud computing, Systems administration, Electronics, Digital arts, and Digital marketing. The tracks are tailored to students in their first, second, or third academic year and are offered either online or in-person through NTI campuses and Digital Egypt Innovation Hubs (Creativa Centers) across various governorates. International Certification Discounts Students enrolled in the program will benefit from up to 70% discounts on international certification exams offered through NTI, empowering them to gain industry-recognized credentials that boost employability in global markets. Strategic Partnership with Systel (Motorola Solutions) In parallel, ITIDA is also rolling out a specialized summer training track with Systel, Egypt's leading provider of mission-critical communications solutions. This industry-led program targets 250 students annually and provides practical, hands-on training in advanced telecommunications technologies, including: Microwave and broadband communications Fiber optics Surveillance systems Satellite communications Public safety networks The program also includes 30 hours of soft skills training. The technical component is fully sponsored by Systel as part of its CSR commitments, while ITIDA covers the non-technical portion. Empowering the Next Generation of Digital Leaders This initiative is a key pillar in ITIDA's broader mission to strengthen Egypt's positioning as a regional hub for digital services and a top global destination for IT and business process outsourcing. It reflects the agency's commitment to long-term human capital development and to creating sustainable career pathways for Egypt's youth in the digital economy. Participation is free of charge and open to undergraduate students in relevant faculties across Egypt. Interested students can apply via ITIDA or NTI's official portals.
Times of Oman
01-06-2025
- Business
- Times of Oman
Minister of Interior holds meeting with governors
Muscat: Sayyid Hamoud bin Faisal Al Busaidi, Minister of Interior, on Sunday chaired the Interior Ministry's first meeting of the year (2025) with governors. During the meeting, which took place at the general diwan of the ministry, the Interior Minister stressed the importance of keeping pace with His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik's vision to combine efforts towards the steady growth of governorates. The meeting also discussed means to assign governors to take steps towards the implementation of the Royal directives on activating Marriage Support Funds in the governorates. The funds are scheduled to operate in accordance with standards to be issued by the Minister of Interior before the end of June 2025. The meeting looked into a variety of other topics of common nature, including means of implementing the recommendations of municipal councils.
