Oman unveils National Risk Register to boost community preparedness

Muscat – In a move aimed at strengthening national resilience and empowering communities with greater awareness of potential threats, a community version of the National Risk Register (NRR) was launched on Monday. The initiative seeks to...

New chief executive for Te Omanga Hospice

Di Taylor will begin her new role on December 1. Di Taylor was most recently general manager of TenFour Technology. Hutt Valley’s Te Omanga Hospice has appointed Di Taylor as its new chief executive. Taylor will replace current chief executive...

Oman Vision 2040: Where tourism meets sustainability and soul

As a tourism researcher who has worked in destinations across the globe, I have often seen the same dilemma: how can countries welcome visitors and economic growth without eroding the very landscapes and traditions that make them special? Through...

Te Omanga Hospice Appoints Di Taylor As Its New Chief Executive

Press Release – Te Omanga Hospice Most recently, Di served as General Manager of TenFour Technology, leading the business through significant operational change to ensure long-term sustainability and resilience. Di Taylor, Te Omanga Hospice Chief...

Oman to formalise agreement with World Bank Group to establish an office

Washington: In a significant development, Sultan bin Salim Al Habsi, Minister of Finance will formalise an agreement with the World Bank Group to establish a comprehensive country office in Oman. This strategic representation will encompass the...

Oman advances energy transition strategy at major industry conference

Muscat – Oman’s energy transformation agenda took center stage as the fourth Oman Electricity and Energy Conference 2025 inaugurated today under the theme “Accelerating Oman’s Energy Transition.” The three-day conference, hosted at Oman Convention...

Oman set for a warmer and drier winter, Met predicts

Muscat: The Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) has issued its seasonal weather forecast for October to December 2025, indicating that the Sultanate of Oman is likely to experience a warmer-than-usual winter accompanied by below-average rainfall in...

Oman launches National Risk Register community version

Muscat: The National Risk Register unveiled its community version during a ceremony at the Royal Academy of Management (RAM) today under the patronage of Dr. Hilal bin Ali Al Sabti, Minister of Health. The new version identifies potential risks...

Oman introduces landmark Domestic Worker Reforms 2025: Minors under 21 prohibited from employment

Oman’s domestic worker regulations ensure safety, fairness, and professionalism, protecting workers while guiding employers on their responsibilities / Image courtesy of the Ministry of Labour, Oman Oman has introduced significant reforms to its...

Oman to Construct Its First 3D Printed Mosque in Salalah

Scheduled for 2025 in Salalah, Oman’s first 3D printed mosque will combine modern construction with traditional Islamic design. Known as the Al Khair Mosque Project, it is being developed by Adi Architects and 3D printing concrete provider...

Oman Cables Industry showcases renewables products at Saudi show

Oman Cables Industry, the Sultanate’s leading cables manufacturer and end-to-end solutions provider, is showcasing its comprehensive one-stop renewable-energy portfolio at the Solar & Storage Live 2025 at Riyadh Front. The event, Saudi Arabia’s...

Oman: Pasture initiative to improve livelihoods of 455,000 in Dhofar

Muscat – In a move aimed at enhancing the livelihoods of pastoral communities, the Environment Authority (EA) will implement the first phase of the Pasture Resting Initiative in Dhofar in 2026–2030. The initiative is expected to directly improve...

Oman: Muscat Municipality urges public to keep wadis clean to prevent flooding

Muscat – Muscat Municipality has renewed its call to the public against illegal dumping of waste in wadis and flood channels, cautioning that such practices block the natural flow of rainwater and significantly increase the risk of flooding during...

Oman Cables showcases sustainable tech at Solar & Storage Live 2025

Oman Cables Industry, the Sultanate’s leading cables manufacturer and end-to-end solutions provider, has showcased innovations in Solar & Storage Live 2025 at Riyadh Front, the Kingdom’s largest platforms for renewable-energy, with a special focus...

Omantel, AI Startup Decoil Partner to Launch 'Enterprise Brain' - AI-Powered Knowledge Platform

Omantel has partnered with Decoil, an Omani AI startup and graduate of Omantel Innovation Labs, the company’s innovation arm dedicated to nurturing startups and accelerating technological breakthroughs, to co-develop Enterprise Brain, an...

Oman: MAFWR expands onion cultivation in push for self-sufficiency

Dhank – Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Water Resources (MAFWR) has announced the launch of two new investment projects in Dhank, aimed at strengthening Oman’s food security and achieving greater self-sufficiency in onion production – one...

Oman: Dhofar sees sharp rise in investment activity

The Directorate registered 1,204 new commercial licences during the second quarter of 2025 alone. SALALAH: Dhofar Governorate is experiencing a period of remarkable economic dynamism, underpinned by strong growth in commercial and industrial...

Oman: Save & Sustain Green Ambassador Programme to launch next month

MUSCAT: Omani circular economy pioneer EFP Oman is set to formally launch its novel Save & Sustain Green Ambassador Programme, a one-year initiative officially endorsed by the Ministry of Education and supported as part of UNESCO’s Greening...

Oman launches community version of National Risk Register

MUSCAT – The launch coincides with the International Day for Disaster Risk Reduction, observed globally on October 13. The register outlines a range of potential national risks — from natural hazards and service disruptions to health threats and...

Oman’s Karwa Motors responds to circulating video on school bus safety and performance

MUSCAT – The company stated that it has closely followed the discussions surrounding the video, which contains what it described as “inaccurate and misleading allegations.” Reaffirming its commitment to transparency, public accountability, and...