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Daily Tribune
2 days ago
- Business
- Daily Tribune
BD 20–30 Monthly Fares as Bahrain's School Bus Market Heats Up
With the new school year starting in early September, private school transportation providers in Bahrain are launching strong promotional campaigns to attract students. Advertisements can be seen everywhere — on social media, billboards, printed flyers, and even on buses parked in neighborhoods and public areas. Companies are offering competitive prices and extra benefits, such as air-conditioned seats and strict safety measures, to appeal to parents looking for safe and comfortable transport for their children. Experienced school bus driver Jaafar Abu Al-Fadl said that registrations began in early August, with early bookings mostly from parents who wanted to secure seats in advance. Monthly fares range between BD 20 and BD 30 for round trips, depending on the distance from home to school and the area covered. He stressed that punctuality and safety are top priorities this season. Another driver, Ahmed Al-Ali, noted that while registrations have started, demand is currently lower than in previous years. He believes this is because some families are still on vacation abroad and others are comparing offers before making a decision. School transport fares start from BD 20 per month, while transportation to the University of Bahrain in Sakhir begins at BD 30, with prices depending on distance and whether the service is in the morning or evening. Al-Ali added that some university students choose to subscribe only for either the morning or evening trips, which reduces the monthly cost. Industry insiders say competition between transport providers has grown stronger in recent years, making this season one of the most competitive yet.
Arab Times
24-03-2025
- Sport
- Arab Times
Kuwaiti referee crew set for Saudi Arabia vs Japan World Cup qualifier
KUWAIT CITY, March 24: The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) has appointed a Kuwaiti refereeing team to officiate the upcoming 2026 World Cup qualifier between Saudi Arabia and Japan, set for Tuesday at Saitama Stadium 2002. Ahmed Al-Ali will lead the match as the referee, with Abdulhadi Al-Enezi and Ahmed Sadiq serving as assistants. Ammar Ashkanani will act as the fourth official. Abdullah Jamali will oversee the video assistant referee (VAR) duties, with Saud Al-Samhan assisting him. Japan has already secured its World Cup qualification, topping Group C with 19 points, while Saudi Arabia is in third place with 9 points. In other group fixtures, China (6 points) will host Australia (10 points), while Bahrain (6 points) will face Indonesia (6 points).
