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Times of Oman
26-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Times of Oman
Ayn for kids represents comprehensive knowledge environment: Information minister affirms
Muscat: Dr. Abdullah Nasser Al Harrasi, Minister of Information has affirmed that the Ministry of Information's launch of the Kids' Interface on Ayn platform is inspired by the vision of His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik and his dedication to nurturing Omani children and developing their potential. In a press statement, he said: 'This is a strategic step toward creating meaningful media content for children, who represent a vital part of Oman's future. This interface is not just a source of entertainment, but a comprehensive learning space that supports the psychological, educational, and moral needs of Omani children, while staying aligned with global digital developments.' He added: 'Today's children are active contributors to knowledge and the future. That's why the Kids' Interface was designed to provide content that speaks their language, sparks curiosity, and strengthens Omani identity and values. It features illustrated stories, simple educational programs, and engaging audiovisual materials that help develop thinking, language, and communication skills in an age-appropriate and appealing way.' 'We believe that building a strong society starts in childhood. The interface offers a safe, enjoyable alternative that connects children to their heritage, their identity, and life in Oman. Looking ahead, we plan to expand its features by adding interactive educational games that support creative and innovative learning,' pointed out Dr. Abdullah. He concluded: 'We are committed to continuously developing the platform in collaboration with experts in childhood, education, digital media, and pedagogy. Our goal is to make it a national initiative that brings together families, educators, and communities — helping raise a generation that contributes to Oman's growth and advancement.'
Times of Oman
24-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Times of Oman
Information Ministry launches Oman's first children's media platform
Muscat: The Ministry of Information today launched 'Ayn for Children", a dedicated media platform for young audiences. The launch took place during the opening of the 29th Muscat International Book Fair under the auspices of HH Sayyid Dr. Fahd Al Julanda Al Said, Vice Chancellor of Sultan Qaboos University, in the presence of Dr. Abdullah Nasser Al Harrasi, Minister of Information. The platform aims to enrich child-focused media content by providing youth with knowledge resources that shape their awareness, develop their personalities, and strengthen their national identity. It offers content that reflects Omani culture and values while nurturing future-ready generations capable of engaging effectively with modern technology. Ayn for Children features diverse educational, entertainment, and cultural content, including cartoons, programs, audio content, audiobooks, and other age-appropriate materials for children aged 4 to 18. Dr. Amal Mohammed Al Nawfali, Director General of Digital Media at the Ministry of Information, stated that the platform delivers a carefully designed digital edutainment experience with an intuitive, child-friendly interface featuring vibrant colors inspired by the Ayn platform. It ensures accessibility for all children, including those with visual or hearing impairments, and offers exclusive content that reinforces national identity and ethical values. Al Nawfali pointed out that key technical features include personalized child accounts with customizable cartoon avatars, offline content downloads, an advanced search engine for audio-visual materials, and a resume-play function for interrupted sessions. The platform also hosts a dedicated space for young content creators, showcasing their work and fostering future media talent. She added that the platform boasts a vast library of over 65,000 audio-visual items, including over 8,000 child-specific materials, spanning radio/TV programs, original productions, animations, and audiobooks. Accessible globally with audiences in 170+ countries, it supports smart TVs, mobile devices, tablets, and web browsers.
