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Dialogue Seminar Discusses Support for Entrepreneurs in Manah Manah, 27 Apr (ONA) —— A seminar titled "Empowerment: Excellence in Entrepreneurship" held today in the Wilayat of Manah, the Governorate of A’Dhakiliyah, emphasized the need to raise awareness on wage protection, promote legal understanding of work contracts, and expand support and training programs for entrepreneurs. The event reviewed several working papers on the role of public and private institutions in supporting small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and entrepreneurs across various sectors. It also ...

First International Bariatric Surgery Club Conference Held in Nizwa Nizwa, April 27 (ONA) — The inaugural International Bariatric Surgery Club Conference commenced today in Nizwa. The event is organized by the International Bariatric Club in collaboration with Oman’s Metabolic and Bariatric Surgical Society and Nizwa Hospital. It brings together a group of specialized physicians and experts from Oman and abroad. Dr. Badr Aflah Al Hadhrami, Consultant in Bariatric and Upper GI Surgery at Khoula Hospital, explained that the conference focuses on key challenges in ...

Sultan Qaboos Institute for Teaching Arabic Welcomes 56th Cohort Manah, 14 Apr (ONA) —— The Sultan Qaboos Institute for Teaching Arabic Language to Non-Native Speakers today welcomed a new cohort of 47 students from 10 countries, including the United States, Uzbekistan, Indonesia, Lithuania, Hungary, France, Comoros, India, Thailand, El Salvador, Poland, and Turkiye. The academic program includes a specialized course for training Arabic language instructors for non-native speakers, comprising two groups of professors from Indonesia and Uzbekistan, alongside a comprehensive ...

Development Projects Upgrades Infrastructure in Al Jabal Al Akdhar Al Jabal Al Akdhar, Apr 6 (ONA) ---- Various development projects are being implemented in the Wilayat of Al Jabal Al Akhdar in the Governorate of A’Dakhiliyah, with the prime aim of upgrading the infrastructure and promoting the tourism and service sectors. Worth over RO 4.5 million, the projects include improving the road network, constructing recreational facilities and enhancing public services. Sheikh Hilal Said Al Hajri, Governor of A’Dakhiliyah affirmed that the Governorate’s projects and ...

Over 415K Visitors to Heritage, Tourism Sites in Al DakhiliyahNizwa, 19 Mar (ONA) — The Ministry of Heritage and Tourism pointed out that the number of visitors to heritage and tourism sites in the Governorate of Al Dakhiliyah reached 415,081 visitors during 2024 compared to 312,243 visitors during 2023.The rise in the number of tourists is attributed to the activation of the role of heritage and tourism neighbourhoods.The Al Dakhiliyah Governorate is considered one of the most prominent destinations in Oman due to its geographical diversity and heritage landmarks.—Ends/AG ...

Al Bashyer Annual Camel Race to Begin on Monday 10 February in Adam Adam, 3 Feb (ONA) --- The eighth edition of the annual Al Bashayer Camel Racing Festival will kick off on Monday (10 February 2025) at Al Bashayer Camel Racing Field in the Wilayat of Adam in the Governorate of A’Dakhiliyah. The 6-day race will see the participation of competitors from the Sultanate of Oman and other GCC states. HH Sayyid Asaad bin Tarik Al Said, Deputy Prime Minister for International Relations and Cooperation Affairs, Personal Representative of His Majesty the Sultan, said that camel races ...

Nizwa University Hosts International Conference on Heritage, Tourism, CultureNizwa, 3 Jan (ONA) --- Activities of a 3-day international conference titled "Heritage, Tourism and Culture: Renewed Visions for Civilizational Development" kicked off at the University of Nizwa in A'Dakhiliyah Governorate today. The conference is organized by the University of Nizwa in partnership with the Ministry of Heritage and Tourism and the International Historians Association. The opening ceremony was held under the auspices of Salim Mohammed Al Mahrouqi, Minister of Heritage ...

National Survey of Non-Communicable Diseases Kicks Off in A’Dakhiliyah Governorate Nizwa, January 14 (ONA) --- The Directorate General of Health Services in A’Dakhiliyah Governorate today launched a project titled "National Survey of Non-Communicable Diseases" to promote public health and sustainable prevention of non-communicable diseases. The launch ceremony was held under the auspices of Sheikh Hilal Said Al Hajri, Governor of A’Dakhiliyah. It is worth noting that the project aims to provide a comprehensive assessment of the health status in the local community, ...

Sultan Qaboos Institute for Teaching Arabic to Non-Native Speakers Receives 47 New StudentsManah, 5 Jan (ONA) --- The Sultan Qaboos Institute for Teaching Arabic to Non-Native Speakers today received 47 students from the United Kingdom, Russia, Belgium, Austria, Hungary, Italy, Belarus, Uzbekistan, South Korea, El Salvador, India, Iran, Australia and Kazakhstan. Based in the Wilayat of Manah, Governorate of A’Dakhiliyah, the institute also received 15 Arabic language teachers from some Uzbek universities (University of Oriental Studies and the International Islamic Academy of ...

Visual, Promotional Identity of A’Dakhiliyah Governorate Launched Manah, 16 Dec (ONA) --- The Governorate of A’Dakhiliyah today launched its promotional visual identity named "A’Dakhiliyah, Sincerity Oman". The event sought to develop a visual identity that embodies the governorate's vision, mission, goals and future approaches, in line with Oman Vision 2040. The vision aims to integrate cultural heritage into economic diversification efforts. The governorate also seeks to utilize its rich heritage and historical landmarks to enhance the tourism sector, which highlights the ...

Winners of National Research Award Announced Manah, 9 Dec (ONA) --- The Ministry of Higher Education, Research and Innovation today announced that 13 published scholarly papers won the 11th edition of the National Research Award. The ceremony took place at Oman Across Ages Museum in the Wilayat of Manah, Governorate of A’Dakhiliyah. The announcement during the 11th Annual Researchers Forum titled "Innovation and Entrepreneurship", held under the auspices of Dr. Khamis Saif Al Jabri, Head of Oman Vision 2040 Implementation Follow-up Unit. As many as 274 ...

Nizwa Museum Receives More Than 21,000 in its First Year Nizwa, 4 Dec ONA) --- More than 21,000 visitors turned up at Nizwa Museum in the Wilayat of Nizwa, Governorate of A’Dakhiliyah, since the museum's opening in November 2023. This affirms the status of the museum as a prominent cultural destination that reflects the ancient Omani heritage under the supervision of the Ministry of Heritage and Tourism. Nizwa Museum is set to organize mobile exhibitions in government and private institutions, host special events for influential figures and enhance cooperation with schools ...

Agreement Inked to Design Jabal Shams Grand Canyon Project Nizwa, 29 Oct (ONA) --- The Governorate of Al Dakhiliyah today signed an agreement for design consultancy and supervision of the Jabal Shams Grand Canyon project in its first phase. The agreement was signed with NAS Engineering Consultancy. The company demonstrated the details of the first phase, which include preparing detailed layouts for the project and studying its various components. Sheikh Hilal Said Al Hajri, Governor of Al Dakhiliyah said that Jabal Shams Grand Canyon was chosen as the best government ...

Investment Contracts Worth RO 7 Million Signed in Al Dakhiliyah Governorate Nizwa, 21 Oct (ONA) --- Investment contracts worth more than RO 7 million were signed today with a number of companies in Al Dakhiliyah Governorate. The contracts will generate an investment return of more than RO 2.7 million. The ceremony was held under the auspices of Eng. Said bin Hamoud Al Ma'awali, Minister of Transport, Communications and Information Technology. The signing of the contracts was aimed at boosting economic growth and commercial services in the wilayats of Al Dakhiliyah Governorate. ...

Agreements Signed to Complete Saih Qatna Road, Upgrade Bidbid-Nizwa Carriageway Nizwa, 21 Oct (ONA) --- The Ministry of Transport, Communications and Information Technology today signed two agreements in the field of roads to the tune of approximately RO 15 million. The first agreement provides for the completion of the Saih Qatna Road Project in the Wilayat of Al Jabal Al Akhdar (about RO 4.5 million) and the second deals with upgrading Bidbid-Nizwa carriageway (about RO 10.5 million). The agreements were signed by Eng. Said bin Hamoud al-Ma'awali, Minister of Transport, ...

Representatives of "Nazdaher" Programme Meet in NizwaNizwa, August 27 (ONA) --- Representatives of the National Programme for Investment and Export Development "Nazdaher" from the Governorates of A’Dakhiliyah, A’Dhahirah today held joint community consultations in Nizwa.The round of consultations, the second of its kind, dealt with the unified promotional "National Identity” project being developed in different parts of the Sultanate of Oman.Salma Ali Al Hashmi, Head of the Technical Team for the National Identity Project, said, “These rounds of consultations aim to extend ...

Qatari Delegation Visits Sultan Qaboos Academy for Police Sciences Nizwa, 21 Aug (ONA) --- The Sultan Qaboos Academy for Police Sciences in the Wilayat of Nizwa, the Governorate of A’Dakhiliyah, today received a delegation from the Ministry of Interior in the State of Qatar. The delegation was led by Maj.Gen Nasser Yousuf Al-Mal, Acting Director of the International Cooperation Department. During the visit, members of the Qatari delegation were briefed on the tasks, specializations and role of the various institutes in the academy. They were also oriented with the role ...

Tenders Worth RO 3 Million Awarded to Municipal Sector in A’Dakhiliyah Nizwa, 5 Aug (ONA) --- The Internal Tenders Committee in A’Dakhiliyah Governorate today awarded tenders worth more than RO 3 million for the implementation of development projects in the municipal sector.Sheikh Hilal Said Al Hajri, Governor of A’Dakhiliyah (Chairman of the Committee), said that some of the tenders dealt with the construction of internal roads in the Wilayats of Bidbid, Al Jabal Al Akhdar and Manah. They also included a tender to supply ready-made asphalt for the levelling of paved roads in ...

Oman Across Ages Museum Hosts Fish Farming ForumManah, 18 Jul (ONA) --- Oman Across Ages Museum in the Wilayat of Manah today hosted a forum on integrated fish farming. It dealt with the latest technologies used in the aquaculture sector.The forum stemmed from efforts made by the Sultanate of Oman, represented by the Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Water Resources, to enhance the role of the fish farming sector in economic development and food security.Eight working papers presented by experts and specialists in the field dealt with local and international fish farming methods, ...

Nama Announces 60pc Implementation of Solar Power Projects Manah 1, Manah 2 Projects Manah, 14 Jul (ONA) --- Nama Power and Water Procurement Company announced that it achieved 60 percent implementation of Manah 1 and Manah 2 solar energy projects in the wilayat of Manah, A'Dakhiliyah Governorate. The electricity generation projects, whose lumpsum cost stands at about $800 million, constitute a major milestone in the Sultanate of Oman’s drive to cut down the carbon footprint and limit demand for natural gas. Ahmed Salim Al Abri, Acting CEO of Nama Power and Water ...

Output of Al Jabal Al Akhdar Rose Season Stands at More Than 20 tons Al Jabal Al Akhdar, 23 Jun (ONA) --- The output of Al Jabal Al Akhdar rose season this year )2024) increased to 20 tons, compared to 11 tons produced during the corresponding season last year (2023). The augmented output, valued at RO 200,000, highlights the efforts made by the Authority for Small and Medium Enterprises Development (ASMED), through its business centre and incubators. Issam Saif Al Zakwani, senior executive at ASMED business centre and incubators at Al Jabal Al Akhdar, said that rosewater is ...

Foundation Stone Laid for New Samail Hospital Project in Al Dakhiliyah GovernorateSamail, 12 Jun (ONA) --- The Ministry of Health today celebrated laying the foundation stone for the new Samail Hospital in Al Dakhiliyah Governorate.The ceremony was held under the auspices of Sheikh Abdulmalik Abdullah Al Khalili, Chairman of the State Council.The hospital, which will consist of five floors, will be set up on an area of 250,000 square metres. The project will cost RO 45 million.The hospital will have 170 beds, outpatient clinics for all medical specialties, an accident and emergency ...

Agreements Signed to Implement Development, Service Projects in A’Dakhiliyah GovernorateNizwa, 10 Jun (ONA) --- Agreements worth RO 4 million were signed in Nizwa today for the implementation of development and service projects in A’Dhakhiliyah Governorate. The step reflects efforts undertaken by A’Dhakhiliyah Governorate to activate the sectors of tourism and economy.As part of the package, an agreement signed by Sheikh Hilal Said Al Hajri, Governor of A’Dakhiliyah, to establish Nizwa Public Park (due to occupy an area of ​​ 150,000 square metres). The project includes an ...

A'Dakhiliyah Governorate Braces for Al Jabal Al Akhdar Summer Fete From JulyNizwa, 9 Jun (ONA) --- Al Dakhiliyah Governorate is taking steps to launch a two-month festival titled “Al Jabal Al Akhdar Summer” that will be held from 18 July to 14 September 2024.A meeting to this effect was held in Nizwa today under the chairmanship of Sheikh Hilal Said Al Hajri, Governor of A’Dakhiliyah. The meeting discussed key activities and formed a committee to supervise preparations ahead of the launch of the summer extravaganza.The event includes cultural, social, sports, entertainment, ...

Sugarcane Harvest Begins in Manah with Expected Production of 9 Tons Manah, 31 Mar (ONA) --- Farmers in the Wilayat of Manah in the Governorate of A’Dakhiliyah have begun harvesting the sugarcane crop for this year (2024). It is one of the important agricultural crops that constitute an important agricultural source and enhance food security. The Wilayat of Manah is famous for sugarcane cultivation, in addition to other wilayats in the Sultanate of Oman. Commenting on this important agricultural harvest season, Mohammed Harib Al Bahlani, Director of the ...

A’Dakhiliyah Governorate Municipal Council Holds Meeting Nizwa, 26 Mar (ONA) --- The Municipal Council in the Governorate of A’Dakhiliyah today held a meeting under the chairmanship of Sheikh Hilal Said Al Hajri, Governor of A’Dakhiliyah. The meeting covered a range of topics on the agenda that are related to developing services, the municipal sector, investment and urban planning. Further, the meeting’s outcomes included several recommendations that are aimed at developing the governorate in various fields. --- ...

Endowment Share Project Launched in Wilayat of ManahManah, 4 Jan (ONA) --- A project titled Al Sahm Al Waqfi (Endowment Share) was launched in the Wilayat of Manah in the Governorate of Al Dakhiliyah,.The ceremony to lay the foundation stone of the project was held under the auspices of Dr. Mohammed Said Al Maamari, Minister of Endowments and Religious Affairs, in the presence of Sheikh Hilal Said Al Hajri, Governor of Al Dakhiliyah.Eng. Ibrahim Mohammed Al Hajji, Head of Manah Charity Team, gave a speech in which he said that the project would enhance the team’s assets and develop ...

Initiative Launched to Groom People with Disability in Al Jabal Al Akhdar Al Jabal Al AKhdar, 19 Nov (ONA) --- An initiative codenamed “Mawhub” or “Talented” was launched today in the Wilayat of Al Jabal Al Akhdar (the Green Mountain) to groom people with disabilities and empower them to work in the tourism sector. The initiative was launched cooperatively between OMRAN Group, Al Wafa'a centre for the rehabilitation of people with disability and dusitD2 Naseem Resort, Jabal Akhdar. The launching ceremony was held under the patronage of HH Sayyida Hujaiaja Jaifr ...

Al Dakhiliyah Municipal Council Holds Meeting Nizwa, 20 Sep (ONA) --- The Municipal Council of the Governorate of Al Dakhiliyah held a meeting here today under the chairmanship of Sheikh Hilal Said Al Hajri, Governor of Al Dahkiliyah, Chairman of the Council. The council reviewed topics listed on the agenda, which deal with enhancing services, the municipal sector and investments. The meeting also touched on various recommendations submitted to the council. --- Ends/Anas ...

ASMED Organizes Training Programmes in Al Dakhiliyah GovernorateNizwa, 17 Sep (ONA) --- The Authority for Small and Medium Enterprises Development (ASMED) department in Al Dakhiliyah Governorate today organized a number of programmes and workshops in the field of entrepreneurship and craft industries.More than 100 entrepreneurs from the governorate’s wilayats participated in the activities.The programmes covered a wide range of activities aimed to provide entrepreneurs with advanced skills and knowledge needed to run their respective projects, said Issa Saleh Al Subaihi, Director of ...