Plaestinian FM hails the state formal recognitions
RAMALLAH: Palestinian Foreign Minister Varsen Aghabekian Shahin said countries recognising a Palestinian state were taking an irreversible step that preserved the two-state solutio…
Autumn equinox marks change of seasons in Oman
Muscat: Oman will witness the autumn equinox on Monday, marking the official astronomical start of the fall season as the sun aligns directly over the equator, resulting in nearly…
Dhofar, the Land of Seasons, welcomes the Sarb
Salalah: Dhofar has wrapped up its 2025 Khareef and, with it, a season that drove tourism and trade across the governorate. As the monsoon fades, Dhofar moves into the Sarb—a sprin…
November 1 is the deadline for the 3rd phase of digital stamps
The Oman Tax Authority has said that all products subject to this system shall bear the approved tax stamps before this date, as the sale or distribution of any unstamped products…
CAA issues weather alerts for thunderstorms
Muscat: The Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) has issued two weather alerts warning of thunderstorms and strong downburst winds affecting Al Hajar Mountains and nearby areas this afte…
H-1B workers abroad race to US as Trump order sparks dismay, confusion
SAN FRANCISCO/NEW YORK: Panic, confusion, and anger reigned as workers on H-1B visas from India and China were forced to abandon travel plans and rush back to the U.S. after Presi…
Nigeria: Persistence pays off for dried fruit entrepreneur
ReelFruit, founded by Affiong Williams, has grown from small beginnings to supplying both local retailers and overseas buyers.
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Africa’s Business Heroes announces 2025 Top 10 Finalists
The Africa’s Business Heroes Prize Competition is proud to announce the Top 10 Finalists of 2025.
Inside the growth story of Nigerian retail chain FoodCo
Ade Sun-Basorun, CEO of FoodCo, talks about the company’s growth and the lessons he has learnt in the retail industry.