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Rudaw Net
18-05-2025
- Business
- Rudaw Net
Solar power on the rise in Sulaimani with private users, new plant
Also in Kurdistan Kurdistan Region governors to visit Sanandaj for economy talks Duhok mother dies after alleged blood transfusion error PM Barzani arrives in Washington for energy talks Stone Age footprints discovered in Soran A+ A- ERBIL, Kurdistan Region - Solar power generation is on the rise in Sulaimani. Iraq's largest solar power station will be opened in the province next month and hundreds of households are already using private solar panels. 'Sulaimani is leading the provinces of the Kurdistan Region in electricity production through solar energy, where 740 subscribers are registered and produce electricity from solar energy, in addition to many others who have not registered themselves,' Sirwan Mohammed, spokesperson for the Sulaimani Electricity Directorate, told Rudaw on Saturday. Mohammed said that these 740 users produce 20 megawatts of electricity monthly. He also announced that in June, the largest solar power station in Iraq and the Kurdistan Region will open. The station was built by Delta Cement and will have the capacity to produce 50 megawatts of electricity. The Iraqi government is encouraging people to go solar as part of efforts to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and address chronic electricity shortages that have long plagued the country, especially during the scorching summer months when temperatures soar above 50 degrees Celsius, driving up power consumption. The Central Bank offers low-interest loans for people and businesses wanting to install solar panels. People can apply for the loans through the platform or any other approved electronic platform. The banks will provide the loans to companies specializing in solar panel systems, which will handle the installation, maintenance, and upgrades of the systems. Unreliable electricity is a frequent headache in the Kurdistan Region because of issues such as high demand, financial problems, and fuel shortages. Hydroelectric dams also often operate below capacity because of low water levels. When the national supply cuts out, people rely on private diesel-fueled generators that are costly and polluting. The Kurdistan Regional Government is working to provide round-the-clock power to everyone in the region by the end of 2026 through its Project Runaki.
Shafaq News
15-04-2025
- Sport
- Shafaq News
Duhok makes history with thrilling AGCFF triumph
Shafaq News/ Duhok Sports Club etched its name in the history books on Tuesday, clinching its first-ever AGCFF Gulf Club Champions League title with a dramatic 2-1 victory over Kuwait's Al-Qadsia in the second leg of the final. Playing in front of a roaring home crowd at Duhok Stadium, the Iraqi side broke the deadlock in the 66th minute when Siaband Ageed fired them ahead. Al-Qadsia struck back just four minutes later through Mohammed Solah, setting up a tense finish. But in stoppage time, Brazilian striker Marlon delivered the knockout blow, slotting home the winner in the 90+3rd minute to seal a legendary win. The road to glory saw Duhok edge past Saudi Arabia's Al-Ettifaq with consecutive 1-0 victories in the semifinals. Al-Qadsia reached the final after a gritty battle with UAE's Al-Nasr—winning the first leg 1-0, falling 1-2 in the return, and advancing 4-3 on penalties. With this unforgettable run, Duhok not only lifted the cup but ignited a new chapter in Iraqi football.
Rudaw Net
15-04-2025
- Sport
- Rudaw Net
Kurdish leaders congratulate Duhok SC on historic Gulf Club Champions League victory
Also in Kurdistan Duhok SC crowned Gulf Clubs Champion after thrilling win US, UK, Italy welcome Iraq's recognition of Halabja as 19th province President Barzani, German Ambassador discuss KRG cabinet formation, bilateral ties 40% landmine areas remain to be cleared in Kurdistan Region: Official A+ A- ERBIL, Kurdistan Region - Kurdish leaders extended their congratulations to Duhok Sports Club after it made history on Tuesday night by winning the Gulf Club Champions League for the first time in the club's history. In a statement he posted on X, Kurdistan Region President Nechirvan Barzani expressed his joy, stating, 'From my heart and warmly, I congratulate the beloved Duhok Club for their victory today, becoming the champions of the Gulf Cup for the first time.' President Barzani praised Duhok SC's victory and beautiful performance that 'made all of us in Kurdistan and throughout Iraq happy,' adding, 'We are all proud of Duhok Club and this victory.' The Kurdistan Region President had, ahead of the game, shared a post on his Facebook page writing, 'We are all cheering on Duhok.' Kurdistan Regional Government (KRG) Prime Minister Masrour Barzani also celebrated Duhok SC's victory alongside the massive crowd at Duhok International Stadium, where the decisive match took place. In a statement on X, PM Barzani extended his 'warm congratulations to all Duhok [Soccer Club] players, the people of Duhok and Kurdistan' for the win. The KRG premier described the victory as a 'great achievement' and a 'source of pride for all of us,' adding, 'I wish success for all sports clubs in the Kurdistan Region.' Duhok's football club made history by defeating Kuwait's Qadsia SC 2-1 in the Gulf Clubs Champions League final. Siyaband Ageed of Duhok SC scored the opening goal in the 65th minute, followed by a quick equalizer from Qadsia SC's Mohammed Sawlah. In the dying moments of the match, Marlom Santos of Duhok sealed the victory with a powerful header in the 92nd minute, sending football fans into a frenzy. The win sparked celebrations across the Kurdistan Region, especially since it marked the first-ever title for Duhok SC in the Gulf Clubs Champions League. Tuesday's victory followed a tightly contested first leg held in Kuwait last week, which ended in a goalless draw, making Tuesday's match even more intense. The 2024-25 tournament was the 31st edition of the regional competition and introduced a new format, featuring clubs from Iraq and Yemen for the first time. The tournament included top teams from Bahrain, Iraq, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, and Yemen.
Shafaq News
15-04-2025
- Sport
- Shafaq News
Duhok makes history with thrilling Gulf Club Cup triumph
Shafaq News/ Duhok Sports Club etched its name in the history books on Tuesday, clinching its first-ever Gulf Club Cup title with a dramatic 2-1 victory over Kuwait's Al-Qadsia in the second leg of the final. Playing in front of a roaring home crowd at Duhok Stadium, the Iraqi side broke the deadlock in the 66th minute when Siaband Ageed fired them ahead. Al-Qadsia struck back just four minutes later through Mohammed Solah, setting up a tense finish. But in stoppage time, Brazilian striker Marlon delivered the knockout blow, slotting home the winner in the 90+3rd minute to seal a legendary win. The road to glory saw Duhok edge past Saudi Arabia's Al-Ettifaq with consecutive 1-0 victories in the semifinals. Al-Qadsia reached the final after a gritty battle with UAE's Al-Nasr—winning the first leg 1-0, falling 1-2 in the return, and advancing 4-3 on penalties. With this unforgettable run, Duhok not only lifted the cup but ignited a new chapter in Iraqi football.
Rudaw Net
15-04-2025
- Sport
- Rudaw Net
Duhok SC crowned Gulf Clubs Champion after thrilling win
Also in Kurdistan US, UK, Italy welcome Iraq's recognition of Halabja as 19th province President Barzani, German Ambassador discuss KRG cabinet formation, bilateral ties 40% landmine areas remain to be cleared in Kurdistan Region: Official KDP, PUK say meeting on forming KRG cabinet made 'positive' progress A+ A- ERBIL, Kurdistan Region - Duhok's football club made history on Tuesday night by defeating Kuwait's Qadisiyah SC 2-1 in the final of the Gulf Clubs Champions League, claiming their first-ever title in the tournament. The decisive match was held at Duhok International Stadium, drawing a massive home crowd cheering on Duhok SC as it delivered a dramatic win in the final minutes of the game. The first goal was scored by Siyaband Ageed in the 65th minute. Qadisiyah SC's Mohammed Sawlah scored an equalizer only a few minutes later. But in the dying moments of the match, Duhok's Marlom Santos sealed the victory with a powerful header in the 92nd minute, sending football fans into a frenzy. The win sparked celebrations across the Kurdistan Region, especially since it marked the first-ever title for Duhok SC in the Gulf Clubs Champions League. Tuesday's victory followed a tightly contested first leg held in Kuwait last week, which ended in a goalless draw, making Tuesday's match even more intense. The 2024-25 tournament was the 31st edition of the regional competition and introduced a new format, featuring clubs from Iraq and Yemen for the first time. The tournament included top teams from Bahrain, Iraq, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, and Yemen.
