4 Awards for Innovation in Information and Business Utility Applications Best Sustainable Telecom Technologies Award Advancing Telecom in the Region Award Best Smart City Solutions Initiative Award Innovation in Youth Empowerment Award This milestone reinforces our leadership in the technology sector, with our employees as our most valuable asset. Kuwait City, 18th January 2025 – Ooredoo Kuwait, the leading telecom company and digital enabler, proudly announced a triumphant start to the new year by securing eight prestigious awards at the 2025 Stevie Awards. This remarkable achievement underscores Ooredoo’s unwavering commitment to innovation, sustainability, and excellence in the telecommunications industry. It reaffirms the company’s dedication to enhancing the lives of its customers and adhering ......read more

ROME/JERUSALEM – The World Food Programme (WFP) strongly condemns the horrifying incident on January 5, when a clearly marked WFP convoy was shot at by Israeli forces near the Wadi Gaza checkpoint, putting the lives of our staff at tremendous risk and leaving the vehicles immobilized. The convoy, consisting of three vehicles carrying eight staff members, came under hostile fire despite having received all of the necessary clearances from Israeli authorities. At least 16 bullets struck the vehicles. Thankfully, no staff members were injured in this terrifying encounter. This unacceptable event is just the latest example of the complex and dangerous working environment that WFP and other agencies are operating in today. Security conditions in Gaza must urgently improve for lifesaving humanitarian assistance to ......read more

Kuwait, 30 December 2024 Burgan Bank upheld its leadership position throughout 2024 on the social responsibility front with its continued efforts to support the Kuwaiti society across various fields. In addition to its pivotal role in the banking sector, Burgan remains committed to empowering youth, supporting women, enhancing education and health sectors, advancing the sports, arts, and cultural scenes, as well as supporting community and humanitarian initiatives across Kuwait. In adherence to environmental, social, and governance (ESG) principles, Burgan Bank strives to achieve sustainable development through a wide range of innovative initiatives and programs in line with its slogan “Driven By You”. “‘Driven By You’ is not merely a slogan but a work philosophy that manifests in Burgan Bank’s ......read more

Kuwait, 23 December 2024: Kuwait International Bank (KIB) has renewed its efforts to warn customers about the risks of sharing personal information via social media and other digital platforms, underscoring the importance of exercising extreme caution upon receiving requests for revealing confidential information. This comes as part of the Bank’s ongoing efforts to protect its customers’ data and ensure the safety of their personal and financial information. The awareness efforts are also an extension of KIB’s support of the banking awareness campaign “Let’s Be Aware” (Diraya), launched by the Central Bank of Kuwait (CBK) and the Kuwait Banking Association (KBA) in cooperation with domestic banks. On this note, Mohammed Al-Sarraf, Assistant Manager – Anti-Fraud Unit at KIB, ......read more

Kuwait, 23 December, 2024 Advanced Technology Company (ATC), the leading distributor of comprehensive health and environmental care solutions across the public and private sectors, has announced its partnership with Biolog-ID, the digital healthcare solution for the management, traceability and safety of sensitive health products, to implement the tracking of blood products across all blood centers and blood banks in Kuwait. In presence of the Minister of Health, Dr. Ahmed Al-Awadi, Dr Reem Al Radwan, Director of the Blood Transfusion Services Department at the Ministry of Health, with numerous officials and representatives from the medical field, the Biolog-id solution was officially launched across all blood centers in Kuwait. This milestone positions Kuwait at the forefront of the healthcare digital transformation sector in the ......read more

Kuwait, 17 December 2024: Advanced Technology Company (ATC), the leading distributor of comprehensive health and environmental care solutions across the public and private sectors, announced its strategic partnership with Al Amiri Hospital during the 10th Annual Nutrition Week. This initiative is dedicated to raising awareness about the vital role of nutrition in overall well-being and patient care. The event featured a diverse range of activities, workshops, and discussions on advanced enteral and parenteral nutrition. It was inaugurated by Dr. Afrah Al Sarraf, Director of Capital Health Zone, alongside prominent speakers and experts from Kuwait and abroad. Notable speakers included Dr. Abdulrahman AlFares, Head of the ICU Department at Al Amiri Hospital, who spoke about replacing protein via enteral nutrition in a stepwise ......read more

Kuwait, November 20, 2024: Reaffirming its steadfast commitment to youth empowerment and promoting sports, Ooredoo Kuwait announced its sponsorship of the Kuwait Triathlon Center team in the GCC Triathlon Championship series for children and adults. These championships, held in Qatar in collaboration with A13 Academy for children and in Dubai for adults, provided an exceptional platform for athletes to showcase their talents and achieve milestones on both regional and international levels. Outstanding Achievements for Children and Adults The Kuwait Triathlon Center team excelled in the children’s category, earning four prestigious medals. Among the winners were Sheikha Al-Awadi, who secured a silver medal (age 12), and Rand Al-Wazzan, who also claimed a silver medal (age 7). The boys’ team was equall successful, with ......read more

Naser Hamad Al-Arfaj: “Our corporate values are rooted in innovation and community collaboration” The 51 platform provides a space for Kuwaiti creative minds to showcase their talent to the world “Khaleejesque introduced a new concept of creativity with this conference.” Sulaiman Al-Hamoud: "We support small businesses by providing them with essential tech infrastructure." Ooredoo Kuwait, the leader in the telecommunications sector and the provider of innovative solutions, reaffirms its commitment to fostering creativity and developing young Kuwaiti talent through its sponsorship of the “Kilmitain” creative forum. Organized by Khaleejesque under the theme "Shaping Creative Ventures," the forum ran for three days, from November 7 to 9, at the American University of ......read more

The Kuwaiti Hypermarket Chain Opens at Habara Plaza, Ahmadi City Ahmadi, Kuwait – November 12, 2024: City Hypermarket, one of Kuwait's leading retail chains, celebrated the grand opening of its latest store in Ahmadi City on Thursday, November 7, 2024. The newest Hypermarket was inaugurated by Mr. Adel Yaqoub Alghanim, Founder and Chairman of City Hypermarket, Mr. Jassim Yaqoub Alghanim, Chief Executive Officer, Mr. Nasser Adel Alghanim, Deputy CEO, as well as members of the senior management, members of the press, and the greater community of Ahmadi City. The new location, strategically situated to serve the surrounding communities, underscores City Hypermarket's commitment to expanding its footprint and providing a one-stop shopping experience for the residents of the State of Kuwait. Located in Habara Plaza, the ......read more

Kuwait, November 9th, 2024: In preparation for the most anticipated sporting event in the GCC region, leading technology platform and digital innovation pioneer, talabat, announced its partnership with the Arab Gulf Cup Football Federation (AGCFF), sponsoring the federation’s upcoming Arabian Gulf Cup football championship, as Official Food Delivery Partner. The tournament will be hosted in Kuwait, uniting the people of the GCC and bringing together teams of the Gulf region, from December 21, 2024, to January 3, 2025. The partnership marks a significant milestone for talabat, the homebred initiative founded and first flourished in Kuwait. Returning to its roots this year, talabat is set to support the most loved sporting event in the region, marking its first-ever collaboration with the Arab Gulf Cup Football ......read more

The contract covers the reconstruction, repair, development, and upgrade of marine vessels, along with training Kuwaiti personnel, with work to be contracted to Abu Dhabi Ship Building (ADSB) Abu Dhabi, UAE: 6, November 2024 – EDGE, one of the world’s leading advanced technology and defence groups, has signed a strategic contract with the Kuwaiti Ministry of Interior to enhance the capabilities its national marine and coastguard fleet. The agreement includes a comprehensive programme for the reconstruction, repair, development, and upgrade of existing vessels, including landing craft and patrol boats, complemented by in-depth personnel training to ensure sustainable operational expertise. EDGE will contract with its entity Abu Dhabi Ship Building (ADSB), a leader in naval vessel design, build, and ......read more

Kuwait, … October 2024: The New Palace of Justice (POJ) project has been named a ‘National Winner’ in the Building Project of the Year – Kuwait category at the highly anticipated 2024 MEED Projects Awards. This award recognizes the project’s groundbreaking design, innovative construction, and its contribution to Kuwait’s urban landscape, spearheaded by leading regional multidisciplinary consultancy firm Pace. The MEED Projects Awards, in association with Mashreq, are widely regarded as one of the most prestigious honors in the Middle East’s design, construction and engineering sectors. The awards celebrate outstanding achievements across the region, recognizing projects that demonstrate exceptional planning, execution, and innovation. Breaking ground during the first quarter of 2019, POJ ......read more

23 October 2024 - The Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Knowledge Foundation (MBRF) and the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), in partnership with the Kuwaiti General Secretariat of the Supreme Council for Planning and Development (GSSCPD), have launched the first workshop in the "Knowledge Journey in Kuwait." This transformative initiative is designed to empower Kuwaiti youth with skills essential for building a knowledge-based economy and contributing to Kuwait’s national development. The workshop marks the beginning of a series of events leading up to the Knowledge Week, scheduled for next year. As nations shift towards knowledge-driven societies, Kuwait’s Third National Development Plan and Kuwait Vision 2035, align with this global trend by focusing on innovation, youth empowerment, and fostering a ......read more

The Careem Plus subscription program offers 10% credit back on 10 Careem Rides per month, in addition to 24/7 priority customer support for just KWD 0.5 per month. New subscribers to Careem Plus will be able to get a 1-month free trial, and save up to KWD10 per trip, with credit-back rewards added to their Careem wallet for future rides. Kuwait, October 23, 2024:  Careem Rides, the region’s choice for facilitating reliable, convenient and stress-free everyday commutes through the Careem Everything app, is excited to announce the launch of the subscription program “Careem Plus” in Kuwait, the fastest-growing subscription program in the region. The newly introduced program aims to introduce benefits to customers using Careem Rides for everyday reliable and convenient commutes around Kuwait, for a fixed ......read more

Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 22 October 2024: Her Excellency, Judge Dr. Ebtessam Ali Al Badwawi, Director General of Dubai Judicial Institute, has received a delegation from the Authority for Medical Responsibility of the sisterly State of Kuwait, headed by His Excellency Sheikh Dr. Salman Khalifa Al Sabah, President of the Authority for Medical Responsibility. The official visit aimed to exchange knowledge and expertise in the legal field and to strengthen cooperation in areas related to administrative work, procedures, and issues concerning medical malpractice. The visiting delegation was led by Dr. Laila Saud Al-Enezi, Vice President of the Authority for Medical Responsibility; Dalal Tawfiq Al Ahmad, Director of the Administrative Affairs Department; Shaima Mohammed Al Asiri, Director of the Legal Affairs Department; Ali Al Enezi, ......read more

[Kuwait, 17th October 2024] In a significant milestone that underscores its leadership in innovative partnerships with both the public and private sectors, Ooredoo Kuwait, recently won SAMENA Council’s LEAD 2024 Award for Excellence in Digital Services Innovation. This accolade reflects the company's exceptional strategy of expanding its partnerships across various industries to diversify its offerings and become a trusted digital enabler to its customers. Ooredoo Kuwait, a pioneer in integrated telecommunications, continues to garner recognition for its continuously contributing  the field of technology and telecommunications. The announcement came during SAMENA LEAD 2024 award ceremony, recognizing Ooredoo Kuwait for significantly contributing to the growth and advancement of the telecom sector. The prestigious ......read more

600-kilowatt peak (kWp) Solar Photovoltaic (PV) installation in addition to a 2.56 Mega-watt hour (MWh) battery energy storage system (BESS) to decarbonize Etihad Rail’s Ghuweifat terminal. Plant to generate up to 85% of the terminal’s electricity consumption. [Abu Dhabi, 10, October 2024] – Etihad Rail, the developer and operator of the UAE National Rail Network, signed a landmark agreement with Emerge, a joint venture between Abu Dhabi Future Energy Company PJSC - Masdar and EDF Group to solarize the railway network’s freight terminal in Ghuweifat. The total installed capacity is comprised of a 600 kWp ground-mounted solar PV system in addition to a 2.56 MWh battery energy storage system (BESS), and upon completion is expected to generate up to 85% of the terminal's electricity consumption. The ......read more

Captains will have access to benefits including discounts on oil changes, car washes and other automotive services The partnership comes as part of Careem’s continuous efforts to introduce Captain-focused initiatives in Kuwait and across the region and will bring exclusive discounted services for Captains at Albabtain Auto’s locations across Kuwait. Kuwait, October 9th 2024:  Careem Rides, the region’s choice for facilitating reliable, convenient and stress-free everyday commutes through the Careem Everything app, has announced a new strategic partnership with Albabtain Auto (Part of Al-Babtain Group Holding companies), one of Kuwait's leading automotive distributors and full fledged service provider for all kind makes. This partnership aims to bring a range of exclusive benefits to Careem ......read more

The event marked the signing of several significant agreements aimed at driving the development of the new destination ###, 04 October 2024: In the presence of President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, and His Excellency Abdel Fattah El-Sisi, President of the Arab Republic of Egypt, ADQ, an Abu Dhabi-based investment and holding company, appointed Modon Holding PSC as the master developer for the Ras El Hekma megaproject. In addition to being master developer for the entire development spanning 170 million square metres, Modon Holding will undertake the responsibility of the developer role for the first phase of the envisaged city consisting of 50 million square metres. The remaining 120 million square metres, which are part of the master plan presented by Modon Holding, will be developed in ......read more

BEIRUT – The World Food Programme (WFP) has launched an emergency operation to provide food assistance for up to one million people affected by the recent escalation of the conflict in Lebanon. The agency is distributing ready-to-eat food rations, bread, hot meals and food parcels to families in shelters across the country. A further acceleration of the conflict this weekend underscored the need for an immediate humanitarian response. This comes after thousands of people had already been displaced, compounding the fragility of a population burdened by accumulated crises. WFP, which has been on the ground providing assistance since the first day of the crisis, has to-date reached more than 66,000 people in shelters across the country. WFP has been working with donors and partners for several months to stockpile food supplies ......read more

Kuwait, 26 August 2024: Kuwait International Bank (KIB) has announced an exclusive financing offer on the latest Honda models. The offer includes profit-free Musawama financing with a five-year repayment period and a five-year or 150,000 km warranty, subject to the terms and conditions of the offer. This initiative reflects the Bank's commitment to meeting the needs and aspirations of its customers and complements KIB's efforts to provide top-level financing offers that ensure customer comfort and well-being. It also underscores KIB’s continuous effort to enhance its partnership with the local Honda dealer, Alghanim Motors Company. On the occasion of launching this special offer, Head of the Central Sales Unit - Retail at KIB, Abdulaziz Al-Shammari, said: "KIB continues to adopt a well-studied approach based on ......read more

  Alsaei: This sponsorship aligns with our broader vision of fostering community engagement and encouraging healthy lifestyles Kuwait City, 00 July 2024: Jahez International Company (“Jahez-Kuwait”), a pioneering platform that connects customers with their favorite restaurants through online orders, announced its sponsorship of the two Kuwaiti female padel players, Noor Hassan and Dalal Al Qenaei. The sponsorship of the two padel champions comes as part of Jahez-Kuwait’s ongoing commitment to support the communities it serves and empower local athletes by providing them with the necessary resources and visibility to excel in their sports. The two female athletes now sponsored by Jahez-Kuwait play in the under 21 category and have won several padel titles in tournaments held in Kuwait and other GCC ......read more

Kuwait, 4 July 2024: Kuwait International Bank (KIB) announced that it will continue to provide its online banking services around the clock during the Islamic New Year (1446H) holiday. The Bank aims to meet the needs of its customers, whether inside Kuwait or abroad, during the holiday. The Bank will be closed for business on Sunday, 7 July 2024. Normal working hours will resume on Monday, 8 July 2024.  KIB highlighted its commitment to serving its customers and enabling them to follow up on their financial affairs and complete their banking transactions with the utmost efficiency and without disruption at all times. The Bank indicated that it will continue to provide its banking services through all its digital platforms 24/7 during the holiday, which includes the KIB Mobile smartphone application that allows customers to ......read more

New data reveals that over 750,000 people are experiencing catastrophic levels of food insecurity with 25.6 million people in crisis levels of hunger ROME/NEW YORK – Alarming new food security projections for Sudan published today show that Sudan is facing a devastating hunger catastrophe on a scale not seen since the Darfur crisis in the early 2000s, warn the heads of three United Nations agencies.  The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO), UN Children's Fund (UNICEF) and the UN World Food Programme (WFP) have been warning of rapid deterioration in conditions for the people of Sudan, particularly children, as food security is torn apart by war that has ravaged the country for more than a year. Collectively the agencies have mobilised a large-scale humanitarian response inside Sudan and in ......read more

Latest Hunger Hotspots report urges immediate action to prevent famine and warns of La Niña-linked climate extremes ROME – Acute food insecurity is set to increase in magnitude and severity in 18 hunger “Hotspots”, a new United Nations early warning report has revealed today. The report spotlights the urgent need of assistance to prevent famine in Gaza and the Sudan, and further deterioration in the devastating hunger crises in Haiti, Mali, and South Sudan. It also warns of the lingering impact of El Niño and the looming threat of La Niña that risks bringing further climate extremes that could upend lives and livelihoods. The report found that many hotspots face growing hunger crises and highlights the worrying multiplier effect that simultaneous and overlapping shocks are having on acute ......read more

Pretoria, 5 June 2024 - More than 30 million people across Southern Africa have been affected by a severe drought. Millions could be pushed into acute hunger unless support is urgently mobilized to scale before the next lean season, warn the United Nations (UN) and partners. The joint call was made today by the UN, NGOs, regional and national authorities, humanitarian and development partners during a briefing on the emergency in Southern Africa, held in Pretoria, South Africa, to highlight the severe impacts of El Niño and the climate-driven crisis. This joint call follows the recent extraordinary summit by The Southern African Development Community (SADC) that saw the launch of a regional appeal in May seeking $5.5 billion to provide urgent lifesaving assistance, to help with recovery and long-term climate ......read more

Shot: 9-21May2024 Afghanistan, Zambia, Italy, DRCongo TRT: 4:00 :00-:26 Afghanistan Floods: Children pulled from floods Unusually high rainfall, after a dry winter which has left the ground too hard to absorb water, led to massive floods that started in March this year. This was further compounded by unseasonably warm temperatures that melted snowpack cover into rivers, sweeping through entire villages, burying them under mud. Research conducted by WFP across the country shows increasingly erratic weather patterns exacerbated by the worsening climate crisis will significantly impact the ability of communities to feed themselves.   Shot: 10May24 Baghlan, Afghanistan :26-1:03 Afghanistan Floods: Digging out from the floods. Communities like Laqaiha dig out from the floods that struck northeast Afghanistan in ......read more

‘UAE Companies Investment Meet’, organized by the UAE Embassy in Kuwait under the patronage of the Prime Minister, witnessed the participation of 20 leading Emirati companies. UAE ranks as Kuwait’s 3rd largest investment partner globally with a value of AED3.3 billion, while Kuwait is the UAE’s 10th largest with AED13.2 billion invested. HE Al Zeyoudi: “UAE Companies Investment Meet in Kuwait provides the ideal platform to build on growing momentum in UAE-Kuwait trade and investment ties and develop more mutually beneficial opportunities for our private sector.” HE Al Jawaan: “Events such as this one will restore the historic role of the private sector in both Kuwait and the UAE as a strong bridge that connect the two brotherly peoples.” Kuwait, April 29, 2024: His Highness ......read more

[Kuwait, April 8th 2024] - Ooredoo Kuwait, the leading telecommunications provider committed to corporate social responsibility, concluded its impactful Ramadan 2024 campaign, which comprised a range of initiatives aimed at uplifting the community, enhancing the Ramadan experience for all, and making a positive difference. The campaign featured a diverse range of activities and programs, including charitable endeavors and cultural celebrations. Fostering Community Engagement through Iftar Gatherings & Meals Distribution: The company sponsored the "Longest Ramadan Iftar Table" event in Mubarakiyah, in collaboration with Al-Najat Charity. This initiative brought together over 1500 people from diverse communities, ethnicities, and different walks of life to break their fast together, fostering unity and generosity ......read more

[Kuwait, 1 April 2024] Award-winning telecom leader, Ooredoo Kuwait, continues to deliver on its humanitarian promise,  reaching out to the community in creative ways to leave a lasting positive impact and effective social footprint. Within this vein, Ooredoo Kuwait proudly announced its collaboration with Al-Najat Charity, to Sponser one of the season’s most remarkable events – hosting the ‘longest Ramadan iftar table in Kuwait at Souq Al Mubarkiyah’.  Held last Saturday, this groundbreaking initiative saw over 1500 people gathering to break their fast together, at a table that spread across the entire Mubarkiyah. The festivity offered delicious food and drinks not only to seated guests but also to passersby and anyone in need.  As part of Ooredoo's ongoing partnership with Al-Najat Charity, ......read more

Kuwait, 10 March 2024: Burgan Bank announced its working hours throughout the Holy Month of Ramadan. The Bank’s Head Office and branches, except for the airport and The Avenues branches, will commence operations in one shift between 10:00 am and 1:30 pm. Burgan’s airport branch will provide all banking services to customers by operating 7 days a week in three shifts. The morning shift will be from 9:30 am to 2:30 pm, the evening shift from 9:30 pm to 2:30 am, and the third shift from 3:30 am to 8:30 am. Meanwhile, The Avenues branch will operate from Sunday to Thursday in two shifts. The morning shift will start from 11:00 am to 3:30 pm, while the evening shift will be from 8:00 pm until 11:30 pm.  For more information about Burgan Bank’s products and services throughout the holy month, customers can ......read more

As part of its comprehensive social responsibility program Burgan Bank recently partnered with the American United School (AUS) in helping sponsor the school's annual National and Liberation Day Carnival. The day-long carnival, held on the school’s premises, hosted around 1,500 participants, including staff, students, and their families. This sponsorship comes as part of Burgan’s comprehensive social responsibility program and its vital role as an active and engaged corporate citizen. Commenting on the Bank’s sponsorship, Ms. Hessa Hussain Al-Najadah, Senior Manager – Corporate & CSR Communications at Burgan Bank, said: “We were honored and delighted to sponsor and participate in AUS’s fun-packed National and Liberation Day carnival. Every year, the month of February marks an excellent ......read more

Kuwait, 3 March 2024 : In celebration of Kuwait National Day, Burgan Bank announced the release of “Beladona Helwa”: a new song and accompanying video paying homage to Kuwait and the deep-rooted love for the homeland. Performed by a group of young and aspiring artists, the song was part of the modern re-imagining and reprisal of “Al-Sindbad Al-Bahri” (Sindbad the Sailor), the much-loved classic children’s play and the first play of its kind in Kuwait and the region. In the decades since its first release, “Beladona Helwa” has become an iconic song: a cultural landmark and a symbol of national pride that still lives on today as a reminder of the golden days.  In the first hours of its online release, the video for “Beladona Helwa” generated high traffic, with over 12 million ......read more

This Action is a Bellwether of Whether there is a True Rule of Law for Those Who Invest in Iraq KUWAIT – February 10, 2024 — Three years ago, an international arbitration tribunal constituted under the auspices of the International Centre for the Settlement of Investment Disputes (ICSID) denied claims filed by Agility that Iraqi officials had expropriated more than $380 million invested by Agility in an Iraqi telecom company. On Thursday (8 February 2024), an annulment committee of ICSID upheld Agility's challenge to the original award and partially annulled it. The annulment committee agreed with Agility that the original Tribunal had erroneously shielded Iraq's actions from scrutiny, thereby failing to examine whether Iraq's actions and omissions violated the protections afforded to Agility under the ......read more

The 789-bed hospital is now in the final stages of construction Kuwait – 10  February, 2024 – As part of her continuous visits to the Ministry’s various ongoing projects, Her Excellency Dr. Nora Mohammad Al-Mashaan, Minister of Public Works and Minister of State for Municipal Affairs, made an official visit earlier this week to the almost-completed New Maternity Hospital Project. Considered one of the largest healthcare projects in the region, the 789-bed mega project is nearing completion and is set to be handed over soon. The visit saw the Minister tour the numerous state-of-the-art facilities, including the inpatient and labour delivery rooms, the laboratories, the central radiology unit, the outpatient building, the auditorium and the outpatient pharmacy. Apart from operation and maintenance, the hospital ......read more

United Arab Emirates – More than one in four households in Gaza currently face extreme hunger, and there is a risk of famine unless access to adequate food, clean water, health and sanitation services is restored, according to a new Integrated Food Security Phase Classification (IPC) report released today. IPC is a multi-stakeholder platform that analyses data to determine the severity and magnitude of hunger crises, according to internationally-recognized scientific standards. This latest food security analysis for Gaza, which includes data from the World Food Programme (WFP), other UN agencies and non-governmental organizations, confirmed that the entire population of Gaza – roughly 2.2 million people – are in crisis or worse levels of acute food insecurity. The IPC report further highlighted that 26 percent of ......read more

Parts of war-ravaged Sudan are at a high risk of slipping into catastrophic hunger conditions by next year’s lean season if the United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) is unable to expand access and regularly deliver food assistance to people trapped in conflict hotspots such as Khartoum, the Darfurs, and the Kordofans, warns the UN food agency today. Sudan – once described as East Africa’s future breadbasket – is facing a deepening hunger crisis as the conflict raging across the country approaches its eighth month. A new food security analysis for Sudan shows the highest levels of hunger ever recorded during the harvest season (October through February), typically a period where more food is available. If there is no significant increase in food assistance by the time the lean season arrives next May, ......read more

With Pace completing 99% of the mega healthcare project Kuwait – 6 December 2023 – With construction on one of the largest healthcare projects in the region now nearing completion, Minister of Electricity, Water and Renewable Energy and Acting Minister of Public Works, Dr. Jassem Muhammad Abdullah Al-Ostad, recently paid an official visit to inspect firsthand the progress at the New Maternity Hospital. Leading multidisciplinary firm, Pace, is overseeing the construction, had recently announced that construction of the 789-bed healthcare facility is now in its final stages. During their expansive visit, the Minister toured the inpatient and labor delivery rooms, the laboratories, and the central radiology unit. They also walked along the 9-meter-wide bridge that is equipped with two travelators to reach the outpatient ......read more

The tragic earthquake that has struck Morocco has devastated significant parts of the country and killed and injured thousands of people. As part of the international relief effort, the aviation industry is playing a vital role, in the rapid delivery of humanitarian aid to Morocco. IATA’s Regional Vice-President for Africa-Middle East, Kamil Al-Awadhi, expressed condolences of the aviation community to the people of Morocco. "The heart-breaking impact of this tragedy in Morocco has been felt worldwide. On behalf of IATA's member airlines, we extend our heartfelt sympathies to all those affected,” he said. “Our thoughts remain with the communities impacted by this devastating event. We commend the exceptional work of rescue teams, and the important role aviation is playing in facilitating immediate ......read more

As part of its efforts to raise public health awareness in extension to its comprehensive social responsibility program Kuwait, 7 June 2023:  Burgan Bank announced that it will be sponsoring and actively participating in Al Ahmadi Governorate’s blood donation drive campaign for the fourth year in a row. The campaign, titled “Every Drop…Saves a Life,” is set to take place at Al-Kout Mall on June 9, 2023, under the auspice of His Excellency Sheikh Fawaz Khaled Al-Hamad Al-Sabah, Al Ahmadi Governor. The campaign comes as part of Burgan Bank’s social responsibility program, which involves a range of goals, including raising the public’s awareness of health and wellness. Given the grave importance of helping all those in need of blood transfusions across Kuwait, Burgan Bank continues to sponsor ......read more