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The Sultanate of Oman, represented by the Ministry of Information, has won six awards at the 25th Arab Radio and Television Festival held in Tunisia. Radio Sultanate of Oman received the Gold Award for two programs:
“Zilal Al Rahma” (Shadows of Mercy), in the Charitable Work Icons in the Arab World category. The series presents the biographies of inspiring figures renowned for their generosity, integrity, and commitment to community service, both in contemporary times and throughout Arab history. It was prepared by Khalid Al Hajri, presented by Khalid Al Salami, and directed by Asaad Al Raisi.
“Wadha’if Bila Hudood” (Jobs Without Borders), in the Youth and Employment Opportunities category. This series focuses on emerging fields in advanced technology that create new avenues for young people to work in the virtual world, offering broader prospects beyond traditional jobs in both form and substance. It was prepared by Anas Al Mashfari and Khalid Al Budai, presented by Khalid Al-Salami, and directed by Mohammed Al Wardi.
The Sultanate Oman Radio also earned the Silver Award for:
“Majarra” (Galaxy), in the Scientific Programs category. This program explores the growing use of artificial intelligence to enhance individual and collective capabilities, and its applications across many fields, including the environment, energy, and the economy. It was prepared by Ahmed Al Kalbani and directed by Asaad Al Raisi.
“Bila Hawiya” (Without Identity), in the Documentary Programs category. This documentary series addresses criminal practices linked to human trafficking networks and the illicit trade in human organs, with a focus on methods to confront and combat these crimes. It was prepared by Anas Al Mashfari, presented by Ahmed Al Kalbani, and directed by Mohammed Al Shamli.
Oman also secured Second Place for the song “Mawtin Al-Jalal” (Homeland of Grandeur) in the Arab Song Competition (Song Category), written by Hisham Al Saqri, composed by Asaad Al Raisi, and performed by Abdul Hamid Al Kiyoumi.
Meanwhile, Oman TV received the Silver Award for the program “Ramsa” (Chat) in the Television Talk Show category. The program was prepared by Mohammed Al Dhabouni, presented by Fahd Al Mashaikhi, and directed by Said Taman.