# oman (blogs) — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 6 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover oman. Page: Feed: --- ## [OCCI Warns Businesses Against Unofficial Surveys And Unauthorized Data Collection](https://techoman.om/occi-warns-businesses-against-unofficial-surveys-and-unauthorized-data-collection/) _2026-08-21 · News Desk · Oman Tech News & IT Community Platform_ OCCI Issues Urgent Advisory on Unofficial Online Surveys The Oman Chamber of Commerce and Industry (OCCI) has issued an official warning to business owners and commercial members regarding unauthorized surveys and opinion polls circulating across social media platforms. The Chamber detected multiple online links collecting operational data and opinions under the guise of official Chamber research.… ## [Sohar International Launches Innovation Hub At Terminal 11 To Support Fintech Ventures](https://techoman.om/sohar-international-launches-innovation-hub-at-terminal-11-to-support-fintech-ventures/) _2026-08-21 · News Desk · Oman Tech News & IT Community Platform_ Sohar International Launches Dedicated Fintech Platform at Terminal 11 Sohar International has officially announced the launch of the Sohar | Innovation Hub, located at Terminal 11, establishing a dedicated platform designed to accelerate fintech ventures across Oman. Operating as the exclusive banking partner for the initiative, the institution aims to nurture promising financial technology… ## [Google Shifts From Search Engine To Active AI Personal Assistant](https://techoman.om/google-shifts-from-search-engine-to-active-ai-personal-assistant/) _2026-08-21 · News Desk · Oman Tech News & IT Community Platform_ Google Transitions from Search Queries to Active AI Procurement Google is steadily evolving from a traditional search engine into a fully proactive personal assistant. Instead of requiring users to manually search, navigate directory listings, and call multiple service providers for estimates, AI agents are performing direct outreach on behalf of consumers. This shift automates the discovery… ## [Toscana: tromba d'aria a Pescia, a Livorno alberi caduti. Frane e esondazioni in Lombardia](https://www.rainews.it/video/2026/08/maltempo-toscana-tromba-daria-a-pescia-a-livorno-alberi-caduti-frane-e-esondazioni-in-lombardia-1c602f16-78a1-4456-9ee7-d1c8d846151d.html) _2026-08-21 · RaiNews - Ambiente_ Allerta arancione di 3 regioni, gialla in 9. In Liguria un chiosco divelto dal temporale. Al Sud invece sole e temperature elevate. Al via oggi la tappa italiana della carovana di Legambiente per monitorare lo scioglimento dei ghiacci ## [L'originale "torta" di compleanno per le gemelle panda dello zoo di Berlino](https://www.rainews.it/video/2026/08/loriginale-torta-di-compleanno-per-le-gemelle-panda-dello-zoo-di-berlino-video-1ab56ddf-f657-4088-914d-777672b8d40c.html) _2026-08-21 · RaiNews - Ambiente_ Leni e Lotti festeggiano il loro secondo compleanno ## [Pioggia torrenziale sulla A10 a Genova, ancora temporali in Liguria: video](https://www.rainews.it/video/2026/08/pioggia-torrenziale-sulla-a10-a-genova-ancora-temporali-in-liguria-video-maltempo--c82ebfd9-49ca-416e-aad4-e951efe3e4cc.html) _2026-08-21 · RaiNews - Ambiente_ Piogge torrenziali a Genova sulla A10 tra Samperdarena e Pegli giovedì mattina al passaggio di un violento temporale ## [Allagamento a Pegli dopo una notte di forti temporali in provincia di Genova](https://www.rainews.it/video/2026/08/allagamento-a-pegli-dopo-una-notte-di-forti-temporali-in-provincia-di-genova-maltempo-746e801e-22c4-459e-9e73-49e02b6bcafa.html) _2026-08-21 · RaiNews - Ambiente_ Un sottopasso in Liguria con le macchine che solcano l'acqua, caduta copiosa nella notte. Ancora pioggia ma di tenore minore ## [Maltempo in Lombardia, cella temporalesca nel milanese: il drone](https://www.rainews.it/video/2026/08/maltempo-in-lombardia-cella-temporalesca-nel-milanese-il-drone-video-4beddfb6-1b5f-4509-9c97-d98c7e6048eb.html) _2026-08-21 · RaiNews - Ambiente_ Le nuvole minacciose appena prima si scaricare forti piogge ## [Il fiume Seveso ingrossato a dismisura dopo le piogge: la vista dall'alto](https://www.rainews.it/video/2026/08/il-fiume-seveso-ingrossato-a-dismisura-dopo-le-piogge-la-vista-dallalto--6e4e37b8-f7e5-4a1f-8abe-cd2297451bcf.html) _2026-08-21 · RaiNews - Ambiente_ Lentate sul Seveso, Monza e della Brianza. Il fiume Seveso dopo un periodo di secca si è ingrossato a seguito delle piogge scese. Nelle immagini la situazione a Lentate sul Seveso ## [Maltempo, ponte crolla a Sonico. Chiusa la SS42: immagini dal drone](https://www.rainews.it/video/2026/08/maltempo-crollato-ponte-a-sonico-chiusa-la-ss42-immagini-dal-drone-video-del-maltempo-a6846344-f40a-45e8-84b8-00ed5034302c.html) _2026-08-21 · RaiNews - Ambiente_ Importanti i danni del maltempo nel bresciano nella giornata di giovedì 20 agosto. Tra le zone più colpite quella della Valle Camonica. ## [Chovy's Blog: Agentic Coding (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/ZpDjSscNptOp) _2026-08-21 · **Sponsored**_ Personal posts on agentic coding, moshcode CLI, and security findings. ## [Oman and Japan Affirm Commitment to Diplomacy, Maritime Security, and Stronger Economic Cooperation](https://omanspire.om/oman-and-japan-affirm-commitment-to-diplomacy-maritime-security-and-stronger-economic-cooperation/) _2026-08-20 · Ahmed Al Harthi · Omanspire.om | Inspiring Voices of Oman_ His Excellency the Minister of Foreign Affairs and his Japanese counterpart affirmed during a press conference in Muscat the importance of reaching a final agreement and a political solution that would contribute to reducing tensions in the region, intensifying international efforts to ensure freedom of maritime navigation in the Strait of Hormuz in accordance with \[…\] ## [Muscat Stock Exchange Partners with SME Academy to Empower Omani Businesses](https://omanspire.om/muscat-stock-exchange-partners-with-sme-academy-to-empower-omani-businesses/) _2026-08-20 · Ahmed Al Harthi · Omanspire.om | Inspiring Voices of Oman_ The Muscat Stock Exchange (MSX) and the Omani Academy for Small and Medium Enterprises, affiliated with the SME Development Fund “Inma,” have signed a cooperation memorandum aimed at strengthening investment awareness, financial education, and support for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in Oman. The agreement reflects Oman’s ongoing efforts to develop entrepreneurship, enhance private sector… ## [Oman Hosts 25th GCC History and Archaeology Scientific Forum in Dhofar](https://omanspire.om/oman-hosts-25th-gcc-history-and-archaeology-scientific-forum-in-dhofar/) _2026-08-20 · Ahmed Al Harthi · Omanspire.om | Inspiring Voices of Oman_ Oman Strengthens Regional Cooperation in Heritage and Historical Research The Sultanate of Oman is preparing to host the 25th Scientific Forum of the History and Archaeology Society of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries in Dhofar Governorate from 24 to 26 August 2026. Organised by the Ministry of Heritage and Tourism, the three-day event highlights \[…\] ## [Aumentano le temperature: gli effetti della siccità e del grande caldo](https://www.rainews.it/video/2026/08/aumentano-le-temperature-gli-effetti-della-siccita-e-il-grande-caldo-4d4fd5cc-977c-4dfd-98ce-1404ec38e060.html) _2026-08-20 · RaiNews - Ambiente_ L'allarme degli agricoltori senza acqua in Piemonte, raccolti a rischio zero. Effetti della siccità anche al Santuario san Gottardo a Bergamo, il prosciugamento della falda acquifera sottostante la chiesa, avrebbe provocato crepe alla navata ## [Maltempo al Nord e al Centro, ancora caldo al Sud](https://www.rainews.it/video/2026/08/maltempo-al-nord-e-al-centro-caldo-al-sud--ad6ea769-6586-4d1f-9346-309a1740c4ba.html) _2026-08-20 · RaiNews - Ambiente_ Correnti atlantiche instabili stanno interessando soprattutto il Nord Italia, dove oggi sono attese piogge e temporali anche intensi. Acquazzone a Chiavari. Al sud ancora caldo con picchi di 39 gradi ## [Artificial Intelligence In Oman: From Vision 2040 And National Programs To Real-World Impact](https://techoman.om/artificial-intelligence-in-oman-from-vision-2040-and-national-programs-to-real-world-impact/) _2026-08-20 · Matvii Diadkov · Oman Tech News & IT Community Platform_ Artificial intelligence in Oman is moving from ambition into execution. Vision 2040 set the direction, and over the last few years that direction has started turning into concrete AI programs, policy, investment and infrastructure. The National Program for Artificial Intelligence and Advanced Digital Technologies is one of the clearest examples, with a focus on AI adoption, local capabilities and… ## [Omani Photographer Majda Al Maamari on Capturing Moments and Memories](https://omanspire.om/omani-photographer-majda-al-maamari-on-capturing-moments-and-memories/) _2026-08-19 · Ahmed Al Harthi · Omanspire.om | Inspiring Voices of Oman_ August 19 – World Photography Day On World Photography Day, celebrated annually on August 19, photography offers a chance to reflect on the power of images to preserve moments, emotions, and memories. For Omani photographer Majda bint Saif Al Maamari, photography has been a journey shaped by passion, creativity, and a love for documenting meaningful \[…\] ## [Starship galleggia nell'Oceano Indiano: le immagini del recupero del razzo SpaceX](https://www.rainews.it/video/2026/08/starship-galleggia-nelloceano-indiano-le-immagini-del-recupero-del-razzo-spacex-784d86b5-a9dc-4efc-96df-d985725a4ea8.html) _2026-08-19 · RaiNews - Ambiente_ Il razzo è stato rimorchiato al largo dell'Isola di Natale. Gli ingegneri lo esamineranno prima di tentare il rientro in Texas ## [Safeguarding Oman’s Coastlines: National Crisis Response Activated for Grounded Vessel off the Kuria Muria Islands](https://omanspire.om/safeguarding-omans-coastlines-national-crisis-response-activated-for-grounded-vessel-off-the-kuria-muria-islands/) _2026-08-19 · Abdullah Al Yahmadi · Omanspire.om | Inspiring Voices of Oman_ A unified national operation is actively underway in southern Oman following the grounding of the commercial vessel Caroline Bezengi off the Kuria Muria Islands (Hallaniyat Islands) in Dhofar Governorate. According to operational directives released by the Government Communication and Performance Development Unit, the incident involves controlled oil leakage from 4 of the vessel’s 12 onboard \[…\] ## [SQU Student Co-Founds Ilmify, An AI-Powered Personalized Learning Platform](https://techoman.om/squ-student-co-founds-ilmify-an-ai-powered-personalized-learning-platform/) _2026-08-19 · News Desk · Oman Tech News & IT Community Platform_ SQU Student Nouf Al Shamli Co-Founds AI Platform Ilmify Nouf bint Abdul Hamid Al Shamli, a student at Sultan Qaboos University (SQU), has co-founded Ilmify, an innovative artificial intelligence platform created to transform traditional educational environments. Designed to address the rigid limitations of conventional teaching methods, the platform leverages advanced large language models (LLMs)… ## [Ship software peacefully (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/w3Yo9bgM1670) _2026-08-19 · **Sponsored**_ Connect your repo and deploy instantly — Railway handles config, scaling, and monitoring. ## [Perù, fango e rocce travolgono la strada costiera: le immagini della frana di Arequipa](https://www.rainews.it/video/2026/08/peru-fango-e-rocce-travolgono-la-strada-costiera-le-immagini-della-frana-di-arequipa-563b2408-5dcb-486d-b15c-34925cccde7c.html) _2026-08-19 · RaiNews - Ambiente_ Centinaia di camion bloccati dalle forti piogge. Il Paese è in allerta per El Niño Costero ## [Google Launches Office in Pakistan](https://techoman.om/google-launches-office-in-pakistan/) _2026-08-19 · News Desk · Oman Tech News & IT Community Platform_ Google Officially Launches Office in Pakistan to Accelerate Digital Ecosystem The official launch of Google’s office in Pakistan marks a milestone for the country’s tech industry. Formally inaugurated by Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif alongside Google’s Vice President for Global Affairs, Wilson L. White, this physical presence bridges local engineering potential with global tech infrastructure. The… ## [A Monument to Memory: Oman Across Ages Museum Surpasses 909,000 Visitors and Wins Global Architectural Acclaim](https://omanspire.om/a-monument-to-memory-oman-across-ages-museum-surpasses-909000-visitors-and-wins-global-architectural-acclaim/) _2026-08-19 · Abdullah Al Yahmadi · Omanspire.om | Inspiring Voices of Oman_ Since opening its doors in the historic Wilayat of Manah within Ad Dakhiliyah Governorate, the Oman Across Ages Museum has established itself as a premier cultural beacon in the Sultanate and the wider region. By the end of 2025, the landmark cultural institution officially welcomed over 909,000 visitors from across Oman and around the \[…\] ## [Petroliera incagliata in Oman, la marea nera si allarga: le immagini dal satellite](https://www.rainews.it/video/2026/08/petroliera-incagliata-in-oman-la-marea-nera-si-allarga-le-immagini-dal-satellite-5d29550b-62e9-4e1c-85a8-b7707a0aceda.html) _2026-08-19 · RaiNews - Ambiente_ La Caroline Bezengi perde greggio da settimane al largo delle Hallaniyat. La chiazza ha raggiunto anche la costa omanita ## [Le previsioni del tempo per mercoledì 19 agosto 2026](https://www.rainews.it/video/2026/08/le-previsioni-del-tempo-per-mercoledi-19-agosto-2026-61e1514d-ff8f-4010-9b7e-2d0f769be7a5.html) _2026-08-19 · RaiNews - Ambiente_ Che tempo farà oggi in Italia ## [Oman Intensifies Efforts to Contain Oil Spill from Grounded “Caroline Bezengi” Tanker Near Al Qibliyah Island](https://omanspire.om/oman-intensifies-efforts-to-contain-oil-spill-from-grounded-caroline-bysingye-tanker-near-al-qibliyah-island/) _2026-08-18 · Ahmed Al Harthi · Omanspire.om | Inspiring Voices of Oman_ Muscat, Oman – August 17, 2026 The Ministry of Transport, Communications and Information Technology continues its intensive rescue and environmental response operations to contain the oil spill from the tanker “Caroline Bysingye,” which remains grounded on a rocky reef near Al Qibliyah Island in the Hallaniyat Islands, Dhofar Governorate. The operations are being carried out \[…\] ## [Addio Varenne, il Capitano che fece sognare l'Italia](https://www.rainews.it/video/2026/08/addio-varenne-il-capitano-che-fece-sognare-litalia-a625e028-ede2-4105-9610-ca8f8012ebb1.html) _2026-08-18 · RaiNews - Ambiente_ È morto il più grande trottatore della storia italiana. Con 62 vittorie in 73 corse conquistò il pubblico e dominò le piste di tutto il mondo. Indimenticabile il sodalizio con Giampaolo Minnucci ## [Oman Authorities Mobilize to Contain Oil Leak Near Al Qibliyah Island](https://omanspire.om/oman-authorities-mobilize-to-contain-oil-leak-near-al-qibliyah-island/) _2026-08-18 · Ahmed Al Harthi · Omanspire.om | Inspiring Voices of Oman_ Official Statement Mohammed bin Abdullah Al Rawahi, Director General of Maritime Affairs at Oman’s Ministry of Transport, Communications and Information Technology, stated that current efforts are focused on stopping the oil leak and stabilizing the vessel stranded near Al Qibliyah Island. Response Plan As an initial step, teams plan to transfer oil from the \[…\] ## [When the Water Changes: Four Steps Every Coastal Community Must Know](https://omanspire.om/when-the-water-changes-four-steps-every-coastal-community-must-know/) _2026-08-18 · Hassan · Omanspire.om | Inspiring Voices of Oman_ How alert fishermen, coastal residents, and sea lovers across Oman serve as frontline guardians against marine pollution—and what to do if you spot contaminated waters. Vigilance on the Living Shoreline At sunrise along the coast of Al Wusta, the sea usually tells a familiar story. Gulls circle low over the swells, small skiffs slip quietly \[…\] ## [Il cielo si fa scuro: il temporale sulla capitale](https://www.rainews.it/video/2026/08/il-cielo-si-fa-scuro-il-temporale-sulla-capitale-df235ad7-6534-4622-82e5-01dee01155b4.html) _2026-08-18 · RaiNews - Ambiente_ Con la pioggia tanto attesa, tuoni e una tempesta di fulmini. Le regioni in allerta gialla ## [Collect Open Source Legends (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/mMdrArkyOsBE) _2026-08-18 · **Sponsored**_ Open-licensed art, limited foil trading packs, and optional on-chain mints. ## [Higgsfield AI Raises $400 Million In Series B Round At $5.4 Billion Valuation](https://techoman.om/higgsfield-ai-raises-400-million-in-series-b-round-at-5-4-billion-valuation/) _2026-08-18 · News Desk · Oman Tech News & IT Community Platform_ Higgsfield Secures $400 Million in Series B Funding AI video creation startup Higgsfield has officially closed a $400 million Series B funding round, elevating its valuation to $5.4 billion. Led by DST Global with participation from Goldman Sachs Alternatives, Tribe Capital, Valor Capital, and Intel Capital, the funding round represents a nearly fourfold valuation jump from its $1.3 billion… ## [Oman’s CPA Warns Consumers Against Sharing Banking Info And OTPs](https://techoman.om/omans-cpa-warns-consumers-against-sharing-banking-info-and-otps/) _2026-08-18 · News Desk · Oman Tech News & IT Community Platform_ CPA Warns Public Against Impersonation and Phishing Scams Oman’s Consumer Protection Authority (CPA) has issued an urgent advisory warning citizens and residents against sharing sensitive financial credentials, including bank account numbers, card details, and One-Time Passwords (OTPs). The cautionary notice comes in response to an increase in fraudulent calls, phishing messages, and social media… ## [Etna, la colata lavica continua: le immagini notturne dal drone](https://www.rainews.it/video/2026/08/etna-colata-lavica-continua-le-immagini-notturne-dal-drone--4d91a744-b7eb-45a3-a7ed-80e967423af2.html) _2026-08-18 · RaiNews - Ambiente_ Secondo l'Ingv il campo lavico nella Valle del Bove in fase di raffreddamento ## [Sohar International And Omantel Sign Strategic Collaboration To Accelerate Digital Innovation](https://techoman.om/sohar-international-and-omantel-sign-strategic-collaboration-to-accelerate-digital-innovation/) _2026-08-17 · News Desk · Oman Tech News & IT Community Platform_ Sohar International and Omantel Partner for Strategic Transformation Sohar International and telecommunications giant Omantel have entered into a comprehensive strategic collaboration program aimed at driving innovation, digital advancement, and sustainable economic growth across the Sultanate. The agreement establishes a joint framework to explore multi-sector opportunities spanning financial… ## [51 Needy Coastal Students Benefit from Overseas Scholarship Programme](https://www.primeafrica.co.ke/51-needy-coastal-students-benefit-from-overseas-scholarship-programme/global-news/sport/afcon/9395/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=51-needy-coastal-students-benefit-from-overseas-scholarship-programme) _2026-08-17 · Fred Kai · PRIME AFRICA_ MOMBASA, Kenya – Fifty-one needy students from across the coastal counties have benefited from a scholarship programme that will enable them to pursue their studies abroad through Dream Team CBO. The students were supported by the CBO throughout the application process, from filling out application forms to receiving admission letters from various universities abroad, including \[…\] ## [In India una discarica di marmo diventa un’attrazione social: dietro l’hype i rischi ambientali](https://www.rainews.it/video/2026/08/in-india-una-discarica-di-marmo-diventa-unattrazione-social-dietro-lhype-i-rischi-ambientali-cf19f678-2b73-42ae-8d2c-43dcb1c6511c.html) _2026-08-17 · RaiNews - Ambiente_ Turisti e influencer tra le colline bianche create dagli scarti industriali. Controlli rilevano criticità per le polveri e l’inquinamento delle falde ## [From South Al Sharqiyah to Saudi Arabia: Omani Youth Footballer Ahmed Al Ismaili Steps Into the International Spotlight](https://omanspire.om/from-south-al-sharqiyah-to-saudi-arabia-omani-youth-footballer-ahmed-al-ismaili-steps-into-the-international-spotlight/) _2026-08-16 · Abdullah Al Yahmadi · Omanspire.om | Inspiring Voices of Oman_ In football pitches across Oman, a new generation of athletic talent is quietly forging a path toward regional achievement. Among them is Ahmed Al Ismaili, a standout young ambassador for Manchester Academy Sport, who has officially been selected to join an intensive professional development training camp in Saudi Arabia. The opportunity is the outcome of \[…\] ## [Oman Moves to Eliminate Anonymous Marketing Calls and Unwanted Promotional Spam](https://techoman.om/oman-moves-to-eliminate-anonymous-marketing-calls-and-unwanted-promotional-spam/) _2026-08-16 · News Desk · Oman Tech News & IT Community Platform_ Oman Regulatory Authorities Take Action Against Anonymous Telemarketing Oman has introduced new measures to curb unwanted promotional calls and commercial messages across national telecommunications networks. The initiative aims to eliminate anonymous marketing tactics and protect telecom subscribers from persistent spam, unverified telemarketing, and intrusive promotional communications. By… ## [Half a Century of Stewardship: Retrospective on Fifty Years of Public Service and Governance in Oman](https://omanspire.om/half-a-century-of-stewardship-retrospective-on-fifty-years-of-public-service-and-governance-in-oman/) _2026-08-15 · Hassan · Omanspire.om | Inspiring Voices of Oman_ Marking the 50th anniversary of the State Audit Institution, Oman reflects on half a century of institutional integrity, public trust, and administrative stewardship. The Evolution of Omani Administrative Stewardship His Excellency Zaher bin Suleiman Al-Shaqsi highlighted five decades of continuous institutional development. From the early nation-building years of the 1970s to today’s digital… ## [Alibaba’s Qwen AI Family Crosses 3 Billion Downloads, Overtaking Meta And Google](https://techoman.om/alibabas-qwen-ai-family-crosses-3-billion-downloads-overtaking-meta-and-google/) _2026-08-15 · News Desk · Oman Tech News & IT Community Platform_ Alibaba’s Qwen Overtakes Industry Rivals with 3 Billion Downloads Alibaba Group Holding’s open-weight AI model family, Qwen, has officially passed 3 billion cumulative global downloads over the past six months. The milestone cements Qwen’s position as the world’s most downloaded open-source AI model family, eclipsing leading Western tech giants including Meta Platforms and Alphabet (Google).… ## [Beyond the Numbers: How Oman’s 5.39 Million Milestone is Shaping its Economic Future](https://omanspire.om/beyond-the-numbers-how-omans-5-39-million-milestone-is-shaping-its-economic-future/) _2026-08-15 · Abdullah Al Yahmadi · Omanspire.om | Inspiring Voices of Oman_ Oman’s demographic story is unfolding with exciting momentum. Fresh data from the National Centre for Statistics and Information (NCSI) reveals that the Sultanate’s population reached 5,398,645 residents by mid-2026, marking a 1.7 percent increase in just twelve months. Yet beyond the headline figure, this growth signals a profound shift in Oman’s economic landscape, domestic purchasing \[…\] ## [Vigilance Along the Waves: Oman Monitors Dhofar Coastline Following Grounded Tanker Incident](https://omanspire.om/vigilance-along-the-waves-oman-monitors-dhofar-coastline-following-grounded-tanker-incident/) _2026-08-14 · Attifa Al Maskari · Omanspire.om | Inspiring Voices of Oman_ Environmental monitoring teams intensify containment operations across Ras Madrakah and the Hallaniyat Islands following the grounding of the tanker Caroline Bezengi. Safeguarding the Southern Shores Along the rugged, misty headlands of Dhofar, where the Arabian Sea meets the sandstone bluffs of southern Oman, environmental response teams are working around the clock to safeguard delicate coastal… ## [Speculation Intensifies Over Reported TikTok Service Disruption In Oman](https://techoman.om/speculation-intensifies-over-reported-tiktok-service-disruption-in-oman/) _2026-08-14 · News Desk · Oman Tech News & IT Community Platform_ Widespread Access Issues Spark Nationwide TikTok Ban Speculation Speculation regarding a potential restriction or ban on TikTok in Oman has intensified following widespread reports from users experiencing severe connectivity disruptions. Across the Sultanate, individuals reported being unable to open the short-form video application, refresh content feeds, or access live streaming features. The… ## [TRA Transfers Postal Complaint Responsibilities To Ministry Of Transport, Communications and Information Technology](https://techoman.om/tra-transfers-postal-complaint-responsibilities-to-ministry-of-transport-communications-and-information-technology/) _2026-08-14 · News Desk · Oman Tech News & IT Community Platform_ TRA Ceases Handling Postal Service Complaints Following Sector Transfer Oman’s Telecommunications Regulatory Authority (TRA) has officially announced that it will no longer receive or handle postal service complaints. This administrative change follows the formal transfer of regulatory responsibilities and sector oversight for postal services to the Ministry of Transport, Communications and… ## [CS Kagwe Targets Bixa Production Surge to Unlock 3,000-Tonne Capacity, Create Thousands of New Farm Jobs in the Coast](https://www.primeafrica.co.ke/cs-kagwe-targets-bixa-production-surge-to-unlock-3000-tonne-capacity-create-thousands-of-new-farm-jobs-in-the-coast/global-news/sport/afcon/9389/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=cs-kagwe-targets-bixa-production-surge-to-unlock-3000-tonne-capacity-create-thousands-of-new-farm-jobs-in-the-coast) _2026-07-31 · Fred Kai · PRIME AFRICA_ KWALE, Kenya – Agriculture and Livestock Development Cabinet Secretary Sen. Mutahi Kagwe has launched an ambitious drive to more than double Kenya’s bixa production by expanding the number of growers and fully utilizing the country’s 3,000-tonne annual processing capacity, a move expected to create thousands of new farming and processing jobs while significantly raising rural \[…\] ## [Government Launches Bold Plan to Revive KISCOL, Restore Jobs and Boost Kwale Economy](https://www.primeafrica.co.ke/government-launches-bold-plan-to-revive-kiscol-restore-jobs-and-boost-kwale-economy/global-news/sport/afcon/9381/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=government-launches-bold-plan-to-revive-kiscol-restore-jobs-and-boost-kwale-economy) _2026-07-31 · Fred Kai · PRIME AFRICA_ Kwale, Kenya: The Government has unveiled an ambitious plan to revive the dormant Kwale International Sugar Company Limited (KISCOL), a move expected to restore thousands of jobs, revive sugarcane farming across the Coast region and inject billions of shillings into the local economy. Agriculture and Livestock Development Cabinet Secretary Sen. Mutahi Kagwe announced the establishment \[…\] ## [M7.1 Earthquake Hits Japan’s Kyushu, prompting tsunami warnings](https://www.primeafrica.co.ke/m7-1-earthquake-hits-japans-kyushu-prompting-tsunami-warnings/global-news/sport/afcon/9373/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=m7-1-earthquake-hits-japans-kyushu-prompting-tsunami-warnings) _2026-07-28 · Prime Africa Reporter · PRIME AFRICA_ KYUSHU, Japan – An earthquake with an estimated magnitude of 7.1, with its epicenter in the Kumamoto region of Kumamoto Prefecture, occurred around 4:27 p.m. on Tuesday. A seismic intensity of 7 on the Japanese scale was recorded in the Kumamoto region, and a lower 6 in Amakusa and Ashikita. The epicenter was at a \[…\] ## [Oman proposes to Iran joint regional measure to manage Hormuz Strait](https://www.primeafrica.co.ke/oman-proposes-to-iran-joint-regional-measure-to-manage-hormuz-strait/global-news/sport/afcon/9368/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=oman-proposes-to-iran-joint-regional-measure-to-manage-hormuz-strait) _2026-07-28 · Bill Otieno · PRIME AFRICA_ Oman presented Iran with a proposal for a joint regional mechanism to manage the Strait of Hormuz and collect voluntary fees. The proposal has regional backing and would prevent Iran from exercising sole control over the waterway, the source said. The proposal is ​based on the Strait of Malacca, where those ⁠who use the strait voluntarily \[…\] ## [Hamisi Mwaguya Tops Swiss Polls as Youth Aspirants Flood Mombasa Senatorial Race Ahead of 2027 General Elections](https://www.primeafrica.co.ke/hamisi-mwaguya-tops-swiss-polls-as-youth-aspirants-flood-mombasa-senatorial-race-ahead-of-2027-general-elections/global-news/sport/afcon/9362/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=hamisi-mwaguya-tops-swiss-polls-as-youth-aspirants-flood-mombasa-senatorial-race-ahead-of-2027-general-elections) _2026-07-28 · Fred Kai · PRIME AFRICA_ MOMBASA, Kenya – As Kenya prepares for the 2027 General Election, politicians across the country are stepping forward to declare their ambitions for various elective positions, setting the stage for what is expected to be a highly competitive political season. In Mombasa County, a new generation of youthful leaders has begun campaigning to unseat the incumbent \[…\] ## [Post-Scarcity Is the Beast Of Revelation](https://minutes.substack.com/p/post-scarcity-is-the-beast-of-revelation) _2026-07-21 · Will Manidis · Minutes_ Post-Scarcity Is the Beast Of Revelation