Muscat Municipality officially inaugurates the Green Walkway in South Al Maabelah
The project spans an area of more than 152,000 square metres and has been implemented in collaboration with Occidental Oman as part of its corporate social responsibility programmes. The project includes a range of integrated facilities catering to various community needs. It features a dedicated sports walkway and a bicycle track, each extending 3,400 metres, along with pedestrian overpasses to ensure ease of movement. Additionally, the site includes designated play areas for children, fitness equipment, multipurpose sports courts, and a skateboarding area, making it an ideal destination for families and individuals seeking a comprehensive recreational environment. The project also features expansive green spaces, modern lighting, restaurants, cafes, rest areas and designated locations for food trucks.
Commenting on the launch, His Excellency Ahmed bin Mohammed Al Hamidi, Chairman of Muscat Municipality, stated: "This project reflects Muscat Governorate's commitment, through Muscat Municipality, to providing sustainable facilities that enhance the quality of life and align with the development pillars of the governorate. The Green Walkway project represents a qualitative addition to Muscat's urban environment, serving a broad segment of society by combining sustainability, recreation, and public health promotion. It adds aesthetic value to the area while providing a suitable environment for sports and leisure activities, which aligns with modern urban planning. We also appreciate the role of the private sector in supporting developmental initiatives that benefit the community."
Mr Stephen L. Lover, President and General Manager of Occidental Oman, added: "We are proud to contribute and collaborate with Muscat Municipality in implementing this pioneering project, which serves as a model for modern developments focused on environmental conservation and sustainable urban growth. This partnership is part of our corporate social responsibility. It underscores our firm commitment to supporting initiatives that promote sustainable development and provide a healthy environment for the community, in alignment with Oman Vision 2040."
It is worth noting that Muscat Municipality remains committed to supporting national efforts to achieve the ambitious vision of 'A Sustainable, Thriving, and Vibrant Muscat' by working in collaboration with relevant stakeholders to implement high-quality projects that meet community aspirations, boost tourism and development, and enhance the overall quality of life in line with national priorities.
Hashtags
Try Our AI Features
Explore what Daily8 AI can do for you:
Comments
No comments yet...
Related Articles
Zawya
2 days ago
- Zawya
Oman: Tamkeen & Sumo exhibition backs SME growth in Dhofar
Salalah – More than 75 small and medium enterprises from sectors including tourism, retail, food and beverage, and handicrafts are taking part in an exhibition called 'Tamkeen & Sumo', which opened in Salalah on Tuesday evening. Organised by the SME Committee of Oman Chamber of Commerce and Industry (OCCI), the exhibition at Atina Land opened under the patronage of H H Sayyid Harib bin Thuwaini al Said, Assistant Secretary-General for Conferences in Council of Ministers. The event will run till August 20. Sheikh Faisal bin Abdullah al Rawas, Chairman of OCCI, said the exhibition 'goes beyond a promotional platform' and offers 'a space for engagement and partnership building between SMEs and business sectors'. He added that Tamkeen & Sumo reflects the chamber's efforts to support SMEs as a core part of the national economy in line with Oman Vision 2040. 'Through this exhibition, we aim to enable SMEs to access new markets, explore cooperation and investment opportunities, and engage in knowledge exchange with entrepreneurs and support entities.' Sheikh Ahmed bin Amer al Musalhi, Chairman of the SME Committee, described the exhibition as 'an opportunity to promote SME products and services and boost their competitiveness in the local market'. He stressed that building business relations with private sector institutions is a key goal. 'We continue working to enhance SME participation in events and exhibitions, believing in their role in economic development, job creation and knowledge transfer,' he said. On the sidelines of the exhibition, a memorandum of cooperation was signed between OCCI's Social Investment Centre and the Business Development Centre, which owns the 'Hissaty' platform. The agreement aims to develop social investment tools that empower SME owners and align with Oman Vision 2040. According to organisers, the agreement is a strategic step towards fostering a culture of social investment within the business environment. The exhibition includes dedicated sections such as Entrepreneurs' Corner, Innovation Corner, Handicraft Workshops Corner and Junior Entrepreneur Corner. The latter showcases children's talent. It also features the Sohar International Competition to highlight brand identity and encourage creativity and excellence. © Apex Press and Publishing Provided by SyndiGate Media Inc. (
Zawya
5 days ago
- Zawya
Oman: OIA injects $18bln into state budget
MUSCAT - The Oman Investment Authority (OIA) has pumped over RO 7 billion into the state budget to continue the role initiated by the State General Reserve Fund since 2016. Other contributions include enhancing investor confidence, improving the investment climate in Oman, and reducing companies' debt by 47% by the end of 2024. Details about OIA's major contributions to the national economy over the past five years have been highlighted in an interview by Sultan al Habsi, Chairman of OIA's Board, in the latest edition of Enjaz & Eejaz, OIA's quarterly bulletin. Al Habsi also discussed the dual financial and economic impact of the National Development Fund (NDF), which spent over RO 8.8 billion since its establishment. Its financial importance lies in enhancing financial stability, reducing the state's budgetary burden, and stimulating national economic activity. Economically, it is strategically aligned with Oman Vision 2040 as these projects focus on high-impact sectors, helping diversify the productive base, generate local employment, and strengthen supply chains. In the same interview, Al Habsi clarified the Board's role in steering investment decisions and ensuring long-term financial sustainability. The Board is tasked with approving OIA's vision and strategy, overseeing major investment decisions, asset allocation, policy approval, and its companies' governance, ensuring, as he described, that OIA remains 'a trusted custodian of Oman's wealth, investing for present and future generations in alignment with Oman's national interests.' Recognising its national responsibility to contribute to development and achieve the goals of Oman Vision 2040, OIA highlighted its 'National Agenda', a set of development-oriented commitments including attracting foreign investment, reducing its companies' debt, developing human capital, maximising local content, and supporting the national digital transformation journey. OIA has made tangible progress toward these goals. In 2024 alone, the NDF and FFO attracted more than RO 3.3 billion in foreign investments, while the divestment programme drew over RO 1.5 billion. OIA also cut debt by more than RO 2.5 billion by the end of 2024. It prioritised human capital development through initiatives like the 'Nomou' and 'Mu'tamad' programmes, positioning people as drivers of growth. It also focused on maximising local content, issuing policies and guiding its companies to adopt and enhance local content practices. Programmes like the 'Vendor Development Program' helped develop 58 small and medium enterprises (SMEs) between 2023 and 2024, in addition to initiatives such as the 'Mandatory list', 'Ring Fencing', and the 'Qimam' Hackathon. These efforts led to an increase in SME spending to RO 265.5 million in 2024. On the digital transformation front, OIA aligned its internal digital strategy with the national plan under Oman Vision 2040.
Zawya
5 days ago
- Zawya
Oman: $33.7mln projects under execution in Al Jabal Al Akhdhar
AL JABAL AL AKHDHAR: The Wilayat of Al Jabal Al Akhdhar in Al Dakhiliyah Governorate is witnessing the implementation of ambitious development and investment projects at a cost exceeding RO 13 million. This is part of efforts to develop infrastructure, enhance tourism attractions and improve quality of life. This was disclosed at a field visit organised by Al Dakhiliyah Governorate for journalists and media professionals to review the development projects presently under implemented in Al Jabal Al Akhdhar. They listened to a detailed presentation from project officials on the progress of the projects. Shaikh Hilal bin Said al Hajri, Governor of Al Dakhiliyah, said that these projects are in line with the objectives of Oman Vision 2040 and are aimed at enhancing infrastructure, developing public services and spurring local investment. He noted that construction work on the projects is progressing according to schedule. The Al Jabal Al Akhdhar Park, implemented at a cost exceeding RO 1.1 million, is scheduled to open this month. The project involves modern recreational facilities that meet the aspirations of the governorate's citizens, residents and visitors. The Governor of Al Dakhiliyah said that the governorate attaches great importance to internal road projects many of which have been completed of late at a cost of RO 1.37 million with another package worth RO 1.4 million currently underway. The governor explained that the project to develop the entrance to Al Jabal Al Akhdhar and the dualisation of the main road are nearing completion of the consultancy services phase. The Wilayat of Al Jabal Al Akhdhar recently witnessed the signing of four new investment contracts with local companies with a total value of RO 8.5 million, covering an area of more than 32,000 square metres and for investment periods ranging from 15 to 50 years to boost economic and tourism activity in the wilayat. The signed contracts invovle the construction and operation of an integrated commercial complex in the Hail Al Yaman area, which includes a 3-star hotel, an educational park, an entertainment centre and a shopping mall. The contracts are being implemented by the Smart Supply International, at a cost of RO 7.8 million. The contracts also include construction of a 3D-printed open field in Saih Qatna at a cost of RO 300,000; the Daan Al Busaiteen Park at a cost of RO 100,000 and the operation of Saih Qatna Park, with recreational facilities, a restaurant and a mountain view. Shaikh Sultan bin Mansoor al Ghufaili, Wali of Al Jabal Al Akhdhar, emphasised that the development projects in the Wilayat reflect commitment to consolidating the concepts of sustainable development. He noted that integration with the Office of the Governor of Al Dakhiliyah Governorate has significantly contributed to accelerating project implementation and providing institutional support. Among the projects currently under implementation is a modern public park, which aims to provide an open and integrated recreational space that meets the aspirations of residents and visitors and enhances the quality of life, Al Ghufaili said. Al Dakhiliyah Governorate announced the formation of a joint working group to develop an integrated agricultural tourism project. This project includes educational, recreational and service facilities, most notably a honey museum, a science laboratory, a local rose farm and rosewater distillery, an olive farm and a public park. The project will be implemented on land owned by the governorate in partnership with the private sector. It was also agreed to form a technical team from the governorate and the Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Water Resources to study the implementation of dam projects to harvest rainwater and maintain agricultural terraces, thus enhancing the efficiency of water resources. 2025 © All right reserved for Oman Establishment for Press, Publication and Advertising (OEPPA) Provided by SyndiGate Media Inc. (
