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Campaign ME
4 days ago
- Business
- Campaign ME
Nandita Saggu joins Liwa Content.Driven as Chief Growth Officer
Dubai-based creative agency Liwa Content Driven has appointed Nandita Saggu as Chief Growth Officer, tasking her with driving strategic business growth, raising the agency's profile in regional and global markets, and enhancing operational effectiveness. Saggu brings two decades of experience to the role, including more than 15 years in the Middle East. She has held senior leadership positions at digital and martech firms including Incubeta, YAAP, Facelift and DViO Digital, with a track record of scaling businesses, forging strategic partnerships, and improving commercial performance. In her new remit, Saggu will work closely with Liwa Director Sagar Rege and the wider leadership team to build Liwa's client portfolio across key sectors, expand into new markets such as Saudi Arabia and the wider GCC, and support cross-functional collaboration across creative, strategy, and production. 'Nandita's visionary approach is precisely what we need to take Liwa to the next level,' said Sagar Rege, Director at Liwa Content Driven. 'Her experience in scaling digital agencies and her understanding of the regional market will be invaluable as we build our capabilities and expand our footprint.' Commenting on the appointment, Nandita Saggu said: 'I am thrilled to join Liwa Content Driven, an agency known for its bold and creative campaigns. I look forward to working with Sagar and the leadership team to build a growth strategy focused on driving new business, elevating our brand, and strengthening our internal operations to achieve remarkable growth.'
Times of Oman
6 days ago
- Business
- Times of Oman
Construction work continues on Al-Zahimi Dam in North Al Batinah
Liwa: The Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Water Resources continues construction work on the Al-Zahimi flood protection dam project in the Wilayat of Liwa, North Al Batinah Governorate. The project, which began on 24 April 2025, is expected to be completed by 24 February 2027, with a construction cost exceeding RO 9 million. As of the end of July, the project's completion rate has reached 19%. Eng. Nasser Mohammed Al Battashi, Director General of Water Resources Assessment at the Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Water Resources, told Oman News Agency (ONA) that the Al-Zahimi flood protection dam aims to safeguard flood-prone areas downstream in the Wilayats of Liwa and Shinas, which are often directly affected by seasonal cyclones and accompanying floods, leading to severe loss of life and property. He explained that the project will enhance groundwater recharge in the region, supporting water resource sustainability and improving efficiency in water usage across various sectors, particularly agriculture. Al Battashi added that once completed, the dam will supply groundwater to several villages and is expected to improve living conditions in these areas by mitigating flood impacts, ensuring sustainable groundwater utilization, and boosting agricultural activity. He noted that the project will reduce flood risks in residential and agricultural areas downstream, improve groundwater recharge rates, and provide a supplementary water resource during droughts, in addition to enhancing agricultural production through stabilized water resources. The Director General emphasized that the Al-Zahimi flood protection dam is one of the strategic solutions to address increasing climate challenges, reflecting the commitment of relevant authorities to balancing environmental protection and sustainable development, with work progressing according to the specified timelines.
Zawya
31-07-2025
- Business
- Zawya
Plans for integrated bus station in Oman's Liwa
The North Al Batinah Governor's Office has launched a tender for the investment of a site in the Wilayat of Liwa in North Al Batinah Governorate, for the development of an integrated bus station based on the design, build, finance, operate, and transfer (DBOT) model. The site, which will also need to have a provision for taxi operators, will be open to development by the private sector companies and investors, and the development is not limited to the design and construction of an integrated station. Investors will have the opportunity to carry out a commercial or other related activity and construct a multi-story commercial building, as approved by the competent authorities in the designated area. This represents an opportunity for the private sector to enter into a partnership with North al Batinah Governorate, achieve development objectives and expansion requirements, and participate effectively in improving the lives of residents in the region, in addition to supporting the national economy. The last date of submitting bids is October 13, 2025. Earlier, Investment contracts were signed to develop a central public transport station in the Wilayat of Nizwa in the Al Dakhiliyah Governorate. The project includes a bus station for transportation within the city and inter-city, a waiting station for passengers, taxis with shaded parking, public parking, and various commercial activities that create job opportunities for the people of the governorate. After the completion of this project, Mwasalat will provide integrated, sustainable, efficient, safe, and technologically advanced transportation services in the Wilayat of Nizwa. Earlier, a top official at the Ministry for Transport and Communications and Information Technology said that following the agreement with Al Dhakilyah and there are similar plans with two other governorates for public transport systems. 2025 © All right reserved for Oman Establishment for Press, Publication and Advertising (OEPPA) Provided by SyndiGate Media Inc. (
The National
29-07-2025
- Politics
- The National
Sheikh Hamdan bin Zayed assesses national service recruits at Liwa Training Centre
Sheikh Hamdan bin Zayed, Ruler's Representative in Al Dhafra Region, on Monday assessed national service recruits at Liwa Training Centre. He attended specialist demonstrations by the 22nd cohort of the country's National Service Programme for the 2024-2025 training year. Demonstrations included combat and tactical exercises, as well as infantry and team co-ordination displays. Sheikh Hamdan praised the recruits' readiness and discipline as well as their military skills and knowledge, state news agency Wam reported. He also praised the outcomes of the intensive training during the programme, which covered military sciences, physical fitness, martial arts and discipline. The event was attended by Sheikh Yas bin Hamdan bin Zayed, Lt Gen Engineer Issa Saif bin Ablan Al Mazrouei, Chief of Staff of the Armed Forces, along with a number of senior officers and officials. Building a legacy It follows an event in December, in which thousands of Emirati recruits and members of the reserve forces took part in a Stand of Loyalty parade before UAE leaders to celebrate the 10th anniversary of the National Service Programme. The ceremony, held in Al Sameeh, between Abu Dhabi and Dubai, was attended by Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid, Vice President and Ruler of Dubai, Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed, Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister and Chairman of the Presidential Court, and Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defence. Leaders inspected the recruits and reserve forces, who were welcomed with a display of artillery. Military aircraft flew overhead in front of the dignitaries on the main stage, while the 23,000 recruits stood in formation alongside more than 2,000 armoured vehicles. Compulsory military service for Emirati men aged 18 to 30 was introduced in 2014, involving rigorous training regimes, military drills and weapons training, a focus on physical fitness and the reinforcement of national values and patriotism. Recruits are also trained in data literacy and artificial intelligence. The National Service and Reserve Authority signed an agreement with the National Programme for Artificial Intelligence in 2019 to train recruits in AI and robotics. Two years later, it was announced that recruits would also be given lessons in entrepreneurship.
Khaleej Times
28-07-2025
- Khaleej Times
Abu Dhabi Police arrest motorists for reckless driving, performing dangerous stunts
A group of motorists was arrested in Abu Dhabi's Liwa region for driving recklessly and performing dangerous stunts, the emirate's police said on Monday. The apprehended violators were also found fleeing from a traffic officer, and driving without license plates, it added. They were caught by the Traffic and Security Patrols Department in the Al Dhafra region, in coordination with the Special Patrols Department. Brigadier General Mahmoud Yousef Al Baloushi, Director of the Traffic and Security Patrols Directorate at Abu Dhabi Police, called on parents to monitor their children's behaviour and guide them towards responsible and safe vehicle use. He also stressed the important role the public plays in supporting security efforts, urging them to report any dangerous or illegal activities via the "Aman" service at 8002626 or by SMS to 2828.
