SMEs on course to meet Oman Vision 2040 goals
Muscat, Nov 19As Oman celebrates National Day, it is time to reflect on the sustainable development and empowerment of small and medium enterprises. The SME sector is witnessing rapid growth.The keen...
Workshops empower people with disabilities
SALALAH, NOV 19The Ministry of Social Development inaugurated a new protected production workshops building at the Al Wafa Center for the Rehabilitation of Persons with Disabilities in Salalah, under...
Virtual reality technology eases mental stress of cancer patients
MUSCAT, NOV 18The Small and Medium Enterprises Development Authority (Riyada) launched the Mulhim VR project developed by Yusr Smart Solutions, which uses virtual reality for meditation, deep...
National guide to ensure best services to the disabled
MUSCAT, NOV 18The Ministry of Social Development held an introductory workshop about the national guide on standards for licensing and classification of institutions that provide services to persons...
Survey indicates growing confidence in employing
Muscat, Nov 17Under the leadership of Dr Rahma bint Ibrahim al Mahrouqiyah, Minister of Higher Education, Research and Innovation, the results of the 'Employer Survey 2025' conducted by the...
'Maak' app boosts efficiency of hiring process
MUSCAT: A unified digital platform from the Ministry of Labour, the 'Maak' application has streamlined and simplified procedures and services for individuals and employers, ensuring seamless...
Women engineers forum unites Arab and Gulf leaders in Muscat
MUSCAT: Under the auspices of Dr Laila bint Ahmed al Najjar, Minister of Social Development, the Oman Society of Engineers, in cooperation with the Ministry of Social Development, inaugurated the...
THE TRUTH ABOUT WEIGHT
How many times have you felt anxious after stepping on the scale? Although weight is a common health indicator, it doesn’t give a full picture of your health. The Gulf Health Council emphasised...
17 SMEs, startups participate in Biban
MUSCAT: Riyada participated with 17 small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and startups in the Biban 2025 forum, organised by the General Authority for Small and Medium Enterprises (Monsha’at) in the...
Bayan system simplifies trade, customs in Oman
AFRAH AL BALUSHIMUSCAT, NOV 8In line with rapid global economic and technological transformations, the Sultanate of Oman’s customs operations are entering a new era of innovation through the...
2,000 entrepreneurs take part in SMEDA forum
MUSCAT, NOV 5Over 2,000 entrepreneurs are taking part in the Entrepreneurial Growth 2025 Forum, which began at the Oman Convention and Exhibition Centre on Wednesday under the auspices of Sultan bin...
Forum highlights family's role in child protection
MUSCAT, NOV 3The Child Protection Forum, organised by the Ministry of Social Development under auspice of Nasr bin Khamis al Sawa'i, Attorney General, discussed strengthening the child protection...
Landmark law to empower persons with disabilities
AFRAH AL BALUSHIMUSCAT, NOV 2Oman has issued the Law on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities, aimed at ensuring empowerment, integration and participation in sustainable development.The law...
Autism centre receives renewal of its accreditation
MUSCAT: The Ministry of Social Development announced that the National Autism Centre has been renewed as an 'Accredited Autism Centre' by the International Board of Credentialing and...
Puppets convey sustainable development among kids
MUSCAT: The Ministry of Education (MoE), represented by the Oman National Commission for Education, Culture and Science, organised a workshop on the Mobile Puppet Theatre Project aimed at promoting...
Promote financial literacy among kids
AFRAH AL BALUSHIMUSCAT, OCT 21The inaugural Gulf Forum for Financial Innovation for Public School Students (Grades 10-12) kicked off yesterday, organised by the Arab Bureau of Education for the Gulf...
Pact to help kids with disabilities signed
MUSCAT, OCT 20Confirming its commitment to social responsibility and enhancing its support for national and humanitarian initiatives, Oman Airports signed a support agreement with the Association for...
She is Oman: Celebrating the pillars of progress
The Sultanate of Oman, represented by the Ministry of Social Development, annually celebrates Omani Women’s Day on October 17, honouring the invaluable contributions of women to the nation’s...
Adhere to construction regulations: Municipality
MUSCAT: The Muscat Municipality has emphasised the importance of adhering to construction regulations as part of its commitment to regulating construction sites in residential neighbourhoods and...
Oman launches RAM initiative to strengthen
MUSCAT, OCT 8The Ministry of Education, represented by the Oman National Commission for Education, Culture and Science, in cooperation with the Ministry of Transport, Communications and Information...