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Air Conditioning Production Plant Commences Operations in Salalah Free Zone Salalah, 22 Jan 2026 (ONA) --- Salalah Free Zone announced the commencement of actual operations at a factory specialized in the production of air conditioning units. Owned by Engineering Industries Company, the facility represents an investment of RO 4.62 million and has a production capacity of approximately 70,000 units per year. This step reflects the growing volume of specialized industrial investments within the free zone. The operation of the plant is an extension of an investment agreement signed ...

Al Ma'mura-Taqah Road Maintenance Project in Full Swing in Dhofar Governorate Salalah, 14 Jan 2026 (ONA) --- The Ministry of Transport, Communications and Information Technology is carrying out a project to maintain the 44-km Al Ma'mura-Taqah road in Dhofar Governorate, to the tune of RO 1.5 million. Eng. Omar Ahmed Muflih, Director of the Road Maintenance Department at the Directorate General of Roads and Land Transport in Dhofar Governorate, told Oman News Agency (ONA) that the project includes adding an asphalt layer along a stretch of 11 kilometres on both sides of ...

Student National Operetta in Dhofar Celebrates Anniversary of HM the Sultan’s Accession Day Salalah, 11 Jan 2026 (ONA) --- The student national operetta titled "Fill the Universe with Light" was held this evening at the Sultan Qaboos Youth Compound for Culture and Entertainment. Organized by the Directorate General of Education in Dhofar Governorate, the event commemorated the anniversary of His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik’s Accession Day, presenting an artistic tribute that reflected Oman's renewed renaissance and its comprehensive developmental ...

Nama Dhofar Services Conducts Recruitment Exams for 467 Job Opportunities Salalah, 11 Jan 2026 (ONA) --- Nama Dhofar Services, in cooperation with the Ministry of Labour and the Authority for Public Services Regulation (APSR), conducted recruitment examinations today for job seekers under the training-for-employment track. The initiative covers 467 new job opportunities within operational companies contracted by the utility provider, as part of the initiatives led by the Employment Governance and In-Country Value (ICV) Committee in the public services ...

Forum Held in Salalah Highlights Role of Youth as Social Change Makers Salalah, 6 January 2026 (ONA) --- The Directorate General of Social Development in the Governorate of Dhofar today organized a forum titled “Makers of Change”. The forum was held in the Wilayat of Salalah. Khalid bin Ahmed Tabouk, Director of the Family Development Department at the Directorate General of Social Development in the Governorate of Dhofar, said, "The forum seeks to furnish a nurturing environment and provide favourable opportunities for serving youth at various levels." Tabouk ...

Training Programm Held to Enhance SMEs Competitiveness in Government Tenders in Salalah Salalah, 4 Jan 2026 (ONA) --- A training program was held today at the Oman Chamber of Commerce and Industry (OCCI) branch in Dhofar Governorate to groom small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and enhance their competitiveness in securing government tenders and contracts. This initiative, titled "Tamkeen," aims to improve the efficiency of these enterprises and support their presence in government projects. The "Tamkeen" initiative is organized by the OCCI in partnership with the Oman ...

OQBI Funds 5 Industrial Projects in Dhofar to Develop Innovative Food Products Salalah, 31 Dec 2025 (ONA) --- OQ Base Industries (OQBI) has financed 5 industrial projects in Dhofar Governorate as part of the Innovative Food Products Development Project, in cooperation with the Public Establishment for Industrial Estates – Madayn, represented by the Industrial Innovation Academy. The project aligns with the goals of "Oman Vision 2040" in enhancing industrial innovation, supporting small and medium enterprises (SMEs), and increasing local value-added. It has benefited 5 small ...

349 Educators in Dhofar Graduate from Specialized Institute for Professional Training of Teachers Salalah, 30 Dec 2025 (ONA) --- The Directorate General of Education in Dhofar Governorate celebrated today the awarding of certificates to graduates of the specialized training programs for the seventh cohort of the Specialized Institute for Professional Training of Teachers. The ceremony was held at the Sultan Qaboos Youth Compound for Culture and Entertainment in Salalah under the patronage of Dr. Ahmed Ali Al-Daree, Wali of Sadah. Hamid Bakhit Al Mashaikhi, Assistant ...

Social Forum in Salalah Explores Prospects for Economic Empowering of Families Salalah, 22 Dec 2025 (ONA) --- The Directorate General of Social Development in the Wilayat of Salalah, Governorate of Dhofar, today organized a forum on empowering families, promoting social and economic sustainability in the Wilayat and supporting entrepreneurship. The forum, aimed to foster a culture of self-reliance, elaborated on the concepts of economic empowerment and outlined the services and programmes provided by the authorities concerned to household businesses and ...

A’Shasr-Baithnah-Al Hashman Road Project’s Implementation Begins in Thumrait Salalah, 7 Dec 2025 (ONA) --- The Ministry of Transport, Communications and Information Technology began the construction of A’Shasr-Baithnah-Al Hashman Road project in the Wilayat of Thumrait in the Governorate of Dhofar. The construction of the 86-km road will cost about RO 9.5 million. The implementaton of the project reflects the Ministry’s efforts to expand the road network, develop aspects of tourism, economic and social activity in the wilayats of Dhofar Governorate and ...

"International Day of Persons with Disabilities" Observed in Dhofar Governorate Salalah, 3 Dec 2025 (ONA) --- The Directorate General of Social Development in the Governorate of Dhofar today organized a ceremony on the occasion of the “International Day of Persons with Disabilities”, which falls on 3 December every year. The ceremony was held at Sultan Qaboos Youth Compound for Culture and Entertainment in Salalah. . The event took the theme “Fostering disability-inclusive societies for advancing social progress”. The ceremony included three presentations. ...

Framework Agreement Signed for Development, Management, Operation of Dhalkut Port Muscat, 3 Dec 2025 (ONA) --- The Ministry of Transport, Communications and Information Technology signed a landmark framework agreement with Abu Sultan Enterprises for the development, management and operation of Dhalkut Port in the Dhofar Governorate. This three-year strategic partnership marks a significant step in enhancing Oman's maritime and logistics infrastructure. The agreement aligns with the strategic goals of Oman Vision 2040 and the National Logistics Strategy 2040, reinforcing ...

Two Omanis Occupy Top Places at “Voice of The Season 2025” Contest in Dhofar Salalah, 1 Dec 2025 (ONA) --- Omani contestant Khalid bin Salim Al Amri claimed first place at “Voice of The Season 2025” competition held during the closing of Al Sarb cultural festival, which marks Dhofar Governorate’s spring tourism season. The competition, which began on 9 October 2025, was organized by Dhofar Centre for Culture, Heritage and Creativity, affiliated to the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Youth. The contest winners’ felicitation ceremony was held under the ...

WHO Team Concludes Assessment of Salalah Healthy City's Status Salalah, 30 Nov 2025 (ONA) --- A team from the World Health Organization (WHO) today concluded its programme of assessment of the Wilayat of Salalah in Dhofar Governorate. The team's visit to the Wilayat aimed to study the extent to which lifestyles, environmental quality and community well-being comply with international standards set for the accreditation of healthy cities. The visit programme included field tours of basic facilities, including the Sultan Qaboos Youth Compound for Culture ...

Agricultural Event in Salalah Stresses Importance of Raising Awareness Among YouthSalalah, 24 Nov 2025 (ONA) — An agricultural event, organized by the Directorate General of Agriculture, Fisheries and Water Resources in Dhofar Governorate, was held today at the Sultan Qaboos Youth Compound for Culture and Entertainment in Salalah.The event marked the conclusion of its programs and activities celebrating Omani Agriculture Day, aiming to raise awareness among youth and society and to entrench the value of working in this vital sector.The ceremony included a visual presentation by the ...

Dhofar Forum Focuses on Enhancing Sustainable Institutionalised Voluntary Work Salalah, 24 Nov 2025 (ONA) --- The second edition of the “Charitable and Voluntary Teams and Committees Forum” was held today in the Wilayat of Salalah, Governorate of Dhofar. Themed “Role of the private sector in supporting the sector of charitable and voluntary work”, the forum was held under the auspices of HH Sayyid Marwan bin Turki Al Said, Governor of Dhofar. The forum focused on consolidating the values ​​of donation and social responsibility, promoting ...

Dhofar Municipal Council Reviews Developmental, Service ProjectsSalalah, 23 Nov 2025 (ONA) — The Municipal Council of Dhofar Governorate discussed a set of developmental and service projects in the governorate, alongside reviewing reports from its specialized committees on various topics and initiatives.This took place during the Council's meeting held today under the chairmanship of HH Sayyid Marwan bin Turki Al Said, Governor of Dhofar.The Council views a presentation given by Dhofar Municipality regarding the determination of public parking fees across the governorate.The Council also ...

Development Projects Worth RO 137 Million Underway in Dhofar Governorate Salalah, 19 Nov 2025 (ONA) --- Projects worth more than RO 137 million are currently being implemented in the sectors of water, electricity and wastewater treatment in the Governorate of Dhofar.The projects are being carried out as part of efforts to bolster the infrastructure and improve the quality of public services in the Governorate. During 2025, Nama Dhofar Services company is undertaking four projects, which are: the opening of the first phase of the sewage network in the Sahalnoot area (to the ...

Arabian Sea Resort Opens in Mirbat Mirbat, 18 Nov 2025 (ONA) --- The Arabian Sea Resort was inaugurated today in the Wilayat of Mirbat, the Governorate of Dhofar. The opening ceremony was held under the auspices of Dr. Ahmed Mohsin Al Ghassani, Chairman of Dhofar Municipality. This inauguration comes as part of the efforts aimed at enhancing the infrastructure of the tourism sector in Dhofar Governorate. Talal Humaid Al Khusaibi, Director General of Heritage and Tourism in Dhofar Governorate, said that the resort's opening represents a qualitative addition to the tourism ...

Vocational Rehabilitation Building Opens in Salalah Salalah, 18 Nov 2025 (ONA) --- The Directorate General of Social Development in Dhofar Governorate today inaugurated the Vocational Rehabilitation Building at the Al Wafa Center for Rehabilitation of Persons with Disabilities in Salalah, in collaboration with Petroleum Development Oman (PDO). Badr Fraish Al Yahyai, Director General of the Directorate General of Social Development in Dhofar Governorate, delivered a speech affirming that the building's opening contributes to providing a suitable environment for persons with ...

Entrepreneurship Forum in Salalah Highlights Freelance Culture, Empowering Entrepreneurs Salalah, 13 Nov (ONA) --- The Global Entrepreneurship Week Forum, organized by the Directorate of Small and Medium Enterprises Development in Salalah, Dhofar Governorate, aimed to spread the culture of freelance work and enhance the entrepreneurship environment. The forum, which lasted for five days, culminates the efforts of the Entrepreneurship Caravan that toured the governorate's Wilayats from 9-13 November. The forum included visual presentations on the Caravan's highlights and ...

Women's Leadership Forum in Thumrait Underscores Significance of Women's Empowerment Thumrait, 13 Nov (ONA) --- The Wali of Thumrait Office in Dhofar Governorate today hosted the Women's Leadership Forum, convened through a collaborative effort between the Wali of Thumrait Office and the Dhofar Businesswomen's Centre. The gathering brought together numerous distinguished businesswomen and representatives from governmental and community organizations. In his inaugural address, Haitham bin Salim Al Ghareebi, Deputy Wali of Thumrait, affirmed that the forum reflects the ...

Transport Ministry Launches RO 3.2m Project to Ease Al Shuwaimiyah Mountain Pass Shaleem & Al Hallaniyat Islands, 12 Nov (ONA) --- The Ministry of Transport, Communications and Information Technology is carrying out construction work for the grading down Al Shuwaimiyah mountain pass along the Shaleem-Al Shuwaimiyah road in the Governorate of Dhofar. The project, which costs more than RO 3.2 million, is in pursuance of the Ministry’s ongoing efforts to develop Dhofar Governorate's road network, enhance traffic safety and support the governorate's economic and tourism ...

Workshop in Salalah Recommends Updated Plan for Conservation of Arabian LeopardSalalah, 5 Nov (ONA) --- Wildlife specialists today held a workshop during which they recommended updating the 2025-2030 Arabian Leopard Conservation Strategy.Organized in the city of Salalah by the Directorate General of Environment in Dhofar Governorate, the workshop recommended steps to enhance national and regional efforts to protect the Arabian leopard and preserve its natural habitats.In the recommendations, the specialists stressed the need to update the objectives of the Arabian Leopard ...

Sarb Rakhyout Forum Kicks Off in Dhofar Governorate Salalah, 5 Nov (ONA) --- A four-day event codenamed “Sarb Rakhyout Forum” kicked off today in the Wilayat of Rakhyout, Governorate of Dhofar. The forum, which will run until 8 November 2025, is organized by the Office of the Wali of Rakhyout in cooperation with Dhofar Municipality and the Department for the Development of Small and Medium Enterprise (SMEs). The forum’s programme includes working papers and dialogue sessions for entrepreneurs, in addition to entertainment events, heritage and cultural ...

Khareef Dhofar Season Crowned with "Leading Tourism Destination of 2025" Award in LondonLondon, 4 Nov (ONA) — The Khareef Dhofar (Monsoon) Season has been awarded the "Leading Tourism Destination of 2025" prize at the Arab Tourism and Travel Awards, organized by the Arab London Foundation in London. The event saw participation from several prominent figures and institutions in the global tourism sector.This award crowns the successful journey of the Khareef Dhofar Season over the past years and its remarkable regional and global presence, thanks to its unique natural assets and exceptional ...

Third Economic Forum on Genetic Resources Begins in Dhofar Salalah, 2 Nov (ONA) — Deliberations of the third economic forum on genetic resources commenced today in Dhofar Governorate. The forum is organized by Oman Animal and Plant Genetic Resources Center (Mawarid), affiliated to the Ministry of Higher Education, Research and Innovation, in cooperation with Dhofar University. The opening ceremony was held under the patronage of Dr. Rahma Ibrahim Al Mahrouqi, Minister of Higher Education, Research and Innovation, in the presence of a number of researchers, ...

Workshop on Updating Arabian Leopard Conservation Strategy Begins in Salalah Salalah, 2 Nov (ONA) — A scientific workshop titled "Updating the Arabian Leopard Conservation Strategy" commenced today in the Wilayat of Salalah, Dhofar Governorate. Organized by the Directorate General of Environment in Dhofar, the workshop runs until 5 November, as part of national, regional and international efforts to enhance Arabian leopard protection programs and conserve its natural habitats. The opening was held under the patronage of Eng. Sulaiman Nasser Al Akhzami, Vice Chairman of the ...

Second Edition of UTAS Pioneers Market Exhibition Kicks Off in Salalah Salalah, 29 Oct (ONA) --- The second edition of UTAS Pioneers Market Exhibition kicked off at the University of Technology and Applied Sciences (UTAS) in Salalah today. The two-day event features 25 projects undertaken by students from the UTAS, Dhofar University and Salalah Vocational College. The exhibition seeks to provide a platform that allows students to showcase their innovations and promote their products in a stimulating environment that combines innovation and entrepreneurship. ...

UTAS Cybersecurity Awareness Forum in Salalah Focuses on Digital Protection Skills Salalah, 28 Oct (ONA) --- The University of Technology and Applied Sciences (UTAS) today organized a forum on cybersecurity in Salalah. The forum focused on enhancing public awareness about cybersecurity and developing digital protection skills. Dr. Lamya Said Al Shanfari, Head of Information Technology at UTAS in Salalah, said, “Developing technology in the digital world is considered one of the most important accelerators of business growth. Today, the world has become dependent on ...