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Biz Bahrain
29-07-2025
- Business
- Biz Bahrain
Housing Ministry and Eskan Bank launch Mobile Housing Finance Branch at Avenues Mall
The Ministry of Housing and Urban Planning, in cooperation with Eskan Bank, is organising the Mobile Branch Initiative for Housing Finance from Friday, August 1, to Tuesday, August 5. The initiative will operate from 10:00 am to 10:00 pm at The Avenues Mall, at the entrance of Gate 1. Haitham Mohammed Kamal, Director of Communications at the Ministry of Housing and Urban Planning, emphasised that the Mobile Branch for Housing Finance is one of several initiatives launched by the ministry in partnership with Eskan Bank. The aim is to raise awareness among citizens about the different housing finance solutions available, designed as immediate services to enable citizens to obtain suitable housing. The Mobile Branch will provide financial consultations and answer all queries relating to the terms and criteria of various housing finance programmes, directly and in person. Kamal added that this initiative is part of the ministry's ongoing efforts to enhance citizens' understanding of housing services and ensure they benefit from them. This follows the organisation of three editions of the Housing Finance Exhibition at City Centre Bahrain, along with the Innovation Summit and Exhibition in Social Housing, as well as earlier roadshows of the Mobile Branch at several shopping centres, all of which saw high engagement from the public. The ministry also continues to hold informative lectures about the available financing options in various governorates across the Kingdom. Khalid Ahmed Al Khaja, Senior Manager of Marketing and Corporate Communications at Eskan Bank, said that by participating in this initiative, the Bank will provide consultations to citizens and offer tailored solutions to help them choose an appropriate type of finance. Citizens will also be introduced to housing finance programmes offered by participating banks through the digital Baity platform. Eskan Bank will also showcase current social housing projects being developed under the Government Land Rights Development Programme for the benefit of eligible financing applicants. Al Khaja highlighted that the Baity platform would be available to visitors, offering a range of online services, including booking housing units and completing required procedures quickly and conveniently, all within one integrated platform in partnership with the Ministry of Housing and Urban Planning. He further noted that the Mobile Branch allows visitors to explore a variety of property options in line with the Tas'heel Plus and Tas'heel programmes, as well as the updated Mazaya category. These include villas, plots, and apartments dispersed throughout all of Bahrain's governorates. The digital platform offers flexibility and detailed information about available properties, with advanced visual display technologies provided by participating companies. BNA(R)
Yahoo
06-06-2025
- Yahoo
Marietta daycare worker accused of dragging, dangling toddler
A childcare center employee is facing three felony counts of cruelty to children in the first degree. According to the arrest warrant, security camera video shows the alleged abuse. [DOWNLOAD: Free WSB-TV News app for alerts as news breaks] Police were called to the First Step Learning Center in Marietta in May. Nearly one month later, Johnkea Baity was charged and arrested. Jail records show she was released on bond. According to the warrant, police say security camera video shows Baity lifting a 1-year-old by her wrist, dragging and dangling the toddler by her feet in the air for seconds at a time, until she fell on the ground. Baity is accused of lifting the 1-year-old by her wrist again and dragging the child across the room with her feet dangling in the air for seconds at a time. Investigators said Baity forced the victim to lie down by aggressively pushing her onto a mattress several times. According to court documents, video shows a third incident of Baity aggressively picking the child up from a mattress by her hand. A manager at the childcare center told Channel 2 Cobb County Bureau Chief Mchele Newell that Baity is no longer employed. The Georgia Department of Early Care and Learning has launched an investigation. The agency's website has First Step Learning Center listed in good standing. A representative told Channel 2 that 'DECAL is committed to ensuring the health and safety of all children in Georgia's early learning environments. As part of this commitment, DECAL offers free resources to families seeking alternative, high-quality child care options. 'Parents can visit or call the toll-free hotline at 1-877-ALL GA KIDS for assistance' [SIGN UP: WSB-TV Daily Headlines Newsletter]
Biz Bahrain
25-04-2025
- Business
- Biz Bahrain
Eskan Bank sign strategic cooperation agreement with RERA
Eskan Bank signed a strategic cooperation agreement with the Real Estate Regulatory Authority (RERA) to enhance transparency and reliability in the real estate sector by integrating data, exchanging information, and improving market efficiency. The agreement was signed during the 'Innovation in Social Housing Sector' Summit and Exhibition, held under the patronage of His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister, under the theme 'Towards Innovative and Sustainable Housing Solutions.' The agreement aims to link all property-related data listed on the 'Baity' platform with RERA's 'Aqari' real estate information platform. This will enable analysis of demand for different property types and provide insights into consumer behaviour. It will also facilitate comparison and verification of property data across both platforms to ensure accuracy and reliability. Abdulla Taleb, General Manager of Eskan Bank, said that the agreement with RERA represents a qualitative step in enhancing transparency and efficiency in the real estate sector in the Kingdom of Bahrain. He noted that the agreement would provide accurate data to support property ownership and the development of Eskan Bank's policies and plans. He added that the partnership would enable the bank to offer more effective real estate services while ensuring the highest standards of data reliability on the 'Baity' platform. He also added that the partnership aims to help develop precise performance indicators for the sector to support ownership and investment decisions for a wider range of beneficiaries. It will also establish new standards for transparency, enhancing the role of the 'Baity' platform in providing integrated housing solutions. These solutions have been presented by property developers to citizens seeking housing units that meet their needs and align with the financing conditions set by the Ministry of Housing and Urban Planning. On his part, Ebrahim Mohamed Abul, CEO of RERA, said the cooperation agreement with the 'Baity' platform, affiliated with the Ministry of Housing and Urban Planning and Eskan Bank, represents a pivotal step in supporting the integration of government real estate data. He explained that the agreement would allow RERA to access direct and accurate data on the most in-demand housing projects and their prices, as well as information on financing options available to citizens. This will enrich the 'Aqari' platform's database and support the provision of deeper and more reliable analyses for all stakeholders in the sector, including developers, investors, individuals, and financial institutions. He added that RERA is working to make 'Aqari' a smart, interactive platform that integrates with official entities to promote transparency and provide decision-making tools based on realistic and up-to-date information, contributing positively to the sustainability and efficiency of the real estate market. BNA(R)
