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Arab Times
7 days ago
- Politics
- Arab Times
Teaching staff scheduled to begin duties for new school year on Aug 24
KUWAIT CITY, July 23: The Ministry of Education has officially announced that all newly appointed Kuwaiti and non-Kuwaiti teachers are to begin their duties for the upcoming academic year on Sunday, August 24, 2025. The directive was issued by Acting Assistant Undersecretary for General Education, Mansour Al-Dhafiri, in a formal letter addressed to the Undersecretary of the Administrative Sector. In the letter, Al-Dhafiri referenced prior correspondence from the Assistant Undersecretary for Administrative Affairs and Administrative Development — specifically, Letter No. 972701 dated July 3, 2025, and Letter No. 944042 dated June 29, 2025 — both of which discussed the schedule for reporting to duty for the 2025/2026 academic year. Al-Dhafiri confirmed that the start date applies to both Kuwaiti and non-Kuwaiti teachers and emphasized that this timeline is consistent with preparations for the first semester. The decision ensures that all educational staff are present ahead of the school year's official opening, allowing sufficient time for administrative procedures, orientation, and classroom readiness. The Ministry continues to coordinate across relevant departments to ensure a smooth and timely start to the new academic term.
Arab Times
18-06-2025
- Sport
- Arab Times
Kuwait Club renews Al-Dhafiri and Al-Hoshan contracts ahead of new season
KUWAIT CITY, June 18: Kuwait Club has officially renewed the contracts of veteran midfielder Ahmed Al-Dhafiri and standout goalkeeper Saud Al-Hoshan, though the club has not disclosed the duration or financial terms of the agreements. Al-Dhafiri, 33, has been a consistent performer for the "Whites" since joining from Al-Qadsiya three seasons ago. His experience and leadership played a crucial role in the Kuwait Club's historic treble in the 2024–2025 season, which included the Super Cup, Zain Premier League title, and the Crown Prince Cup. He also helped the team reach the final of the Amir Cup, which was postponed due to the current regional circumstances. Previously, Al-Dhafiri enjoyed a long stint with Al-Qadsiya from 2013 to 2022, including a loan move to Saudi Arabia's Al-Qadsiya in 2017. On the international stage, he has earned 63 caps with the Kuwait national team, scoring three goals. Throughout his club career, Al-Dhafiri contributed to multiple championship victories. With Al-Qadsia, he secured league titles in the 2013–14 and 2015–16 seasons, the Federation Cup in 2018–19, the Amir Cup in 2014–15, the Crown Prince Cup in 2013–14 and 2017–18, and the prestigious AFC Cup and Super Cup in 2014. Meanwhile, goalkeeper Saud Al-Hoshan has solidified his place as a key figure in Kuwait Club's starting lineup. His impressive performances have also earned him recent call-ups to the national team, reflecting his growing prominence between the posts. The renewal of both contracts signals Kuwait SC's commitment to maintaining a stable and competitive squad heading into the new season.
Kuwait Times
25-05-2025
- Business
- Kuwait Times
Burgan Bank participates in Cedar-IBSi ‘Building a Future-Ready Bank' event
Bank committed to advancing digital transformation in Kuwait KUWAIT: Burgan Bank recently took part in the Cedar-IBSi event titled 'Building a Future-Ready Bank', joining industry leaders and top market influencers at Jumeirah Messilah Beach in vital conversations around the future of banking in Kuwait, as guided by the national goal to achieve the New Kuwait 2035 Vision. The Bank's participation, represented by Rami Al-Dhafiri, Assistant General Manager – Digital Transformation, echoes its steadfast commitment to exchanging expertise and vital knowledge as well as building valuable networks and partnerships, in a bid to catalyze the development of Kuwait's local economy and banking sector. As part of Burgan Bank's participation, Al-Dhafiri contributed to a panel discussion on 'NextGen Transaction Banking & Payments,' which analyzed the influence of modern technologies on the market, how they are shaping the banking and finance sector, and the anticipated future foreseen as a natural evolution for the advancement unfolding today. Hosted by Cedar Management Consulting, a global strategy consulting firm, and IBS Intelligence, a leading FinTech research and advisory firm, the 'Building a Future-Ready Bank' event is part of a global series designed to spotlight innovation and leadership in banking technology and financial services. 'It is a privilege to be part of an institution as forward-looking as Burgan Bank, in a market that is as digitally ready as Kuwait,' Al-Dhafiri commented on his participation in the event. 'Thanks to the forward-looking ecosystem fostered by the nationwide Vision 2035, Burgan Bank continues to take confident leaps along its robust digital transformation strategy, allowing us to remain abreast of the highest international standards of excellence.' In addition, the event covered other pressing topics concerning digital banking and artificial intelligence (AI), such as 'Future of Banking A Business Leadership Strategic Perspective' and 'AI in Action Pioneering the Next Wave of Digital', as well as an overview the emerging banking and technology trends. It is worth noting that Burgan Bank remains committed to participating in and sponsoring some of the most important local and regional industry events, confirming its steadfast resolve to be a proactive contributor to the comprehensive development of banking and finance in Kuwait and the region.
Arab Times
27-04-2025
- Politics
- Arab Times
Kuwait mulls earlier school start, Ramadan break adjustment
KUWAIT CITY, April 27: The Ministry of Education is considering an earlier start for the 2025/2026 academic year and plans to include the last ten days of Ramadan as part of the holidays, reports Al-Anba daily. According to educational sources, the ministry is currently working on the academic calendar in coordination with relevant authorities. The plan is to have school administrations begin on September 1, with students returning to school on September 7. This adjustment is being considered to compensate for the holiday during the last ten days of Ramadan, a period the ministry is contemplating suspending. The goal is to allow students and teachers to focus on worship and to promote religious and social values during this special time. Meanwhile, the ministry announced that registration for educational supervisory positions is open from Sunday, April 27 to May 8. Interested individuals can apply through the Ministry of Education's website under the 'Electronic Services' section, specifically the 'Educational Supervisory Positions Services.' In another development, the acting Undersecretary of Public Education Affairs Mansour Al-Dhafiri announced changes to the dates and procedures for the examination control center for the end of the second semester of the 2024/2025 academic year for the twelfth grade, as per Ministerial Resolution No. 115/2025, issued on April 1. Al-Dhafiri explained that the start period for the examination control center has been reduced by approximately 27 days compared to previous years. The start date for the control center for the science, arts, and religious education sections will now be Sunday, April 13, instead of the previous date of Sunday, March 16. The period from April 17 to April 24 was set for the printing and reviewing of twelfth-grade student transcripts by school administrations from the student record system. The period from May 11 to May 15 will be designated for conducting exams for subjects outside the schedule. Grades will be recorded in the student's record, and grade sheets (including daily work, practical work, and exams for subjects outside the schedule) will be printed for review by the school. Vertical technical review sheets for subjects outside the schedule will also be issued and recorded in the school's student record system. On May 19, the student record system will be closed for entering or modifying grades for twelfth-grade students at the end of that day. On May 22, the seat numbers for twelfth-grade students applying for the General Secondary Education Examinations will be announced on the ministry's website. On May 26, the exam committee cards and roll call lists for twelfth-grade students applying for the General Secondary Education Examinations will be made available on the ministry's website by the end of that day. Seat numbers for students applying for the second round of exams will be set on June 30. Al-Dhafiri confirmed that the exams for subjects outside the schedule (Quran, Constitution, and Human Rights) for home-schooled students will be standardized throughout the ministry. He stressed that if any of the unified tenth- and eleventhgrade certificates are unavailable, an equivalency certificate from the Private Education Department's Certificate Equivalency Department must be attached, irrespective of whether the student is studying outside Kuwait or transferred from private (foreign) schools. Also, a curriculum system certificate or the result of the equivalency exam for religious education certificates must be provided if the student is studying at home.
Arab Times
19-03-2025
- Sport
- Arab Times
Al-Dhafiri: Kuwait's performance in Gulf Cup fuels World Cup hopes
BASRA, Iraq March 19: Kuwait's Ahmed Al-Dhafiri emphasized the significance of the Blues' upcoming matches in the Asian qualifiers for the 2026 World Cup against Iraq and Oman. "Despite the challenges ahead, the team has shown remarkable progress, especially after reaching the Gulf Cup semi-finals, which has given us a major morale boost," Al-Dhafiri stated. Reflecting on previous performances, he said, "We played two outstanding matches against Jordan—both in Amman and at Jaber International Stadium. Jordan is a strong team, having finished as runner-up in the Asian Cup. To compete at that level and control the game, particularly in the second match, was a technical breakthrough for us. It boosted the players' confidence, and since then, we've seen clear improvement in our performance." Al-Dhafiri also praised head coach Juan Pizzi, highlighting his experience and impact on the team. "He has a distinguished track record and has effectively utilized the players to bring out their best. This has fostered a strong bond between the squad and the coach, leading to positive results. Our performance in the 26th Gulf Cup strengthened the fans' confidence in the team and enhanced the harmony between players and the coaching staff, which will be crucial in the qualifiers." Looking ahead to the Iraq match, he acknowledged the challenge: "Iraq is one of Asia's strongest teams, boasting many talented players. It also has the advantage of playing at home in front of its fans, but we are confident in our ability to secure a positive result." As for the Oman match, he noted, "Oman is one of the top teams in the Gulf region and has a solid squad. However, our immediate focus is on Iraq, where we aim to put in a strong performance."
