Haima – Al Wusta governorate has signed a series of agreements for development projects across its wilayats, with investments exceeding RO4.4mn, aimed at advancing infrastructure and community services.

The agreements were signed on Monday by Sheikh Ahmed bin Muslim al Kathiri, Governor of Al Wusta, in coordination with relevant implementing agencies on Monday.

In Haima, a Knowledge Park will be established at a cost of RO495,000 to serve as a cultural and recreational centre. An exhibition ground will be constructed with an investment of RO300,000, while RO248,000 has been allocated for a camel racing track, supporting Oman’s traditional sports heritage.

Urban beautification projects include upgrading the façade of Abu Mazabi village for RO221,000. A solar-powered lighting project for 60 service stations in Haima, Mahout, and Duqm will be implemented at a cost of RO92,400. Additionally, 100 lighting poles will be supplied and installed in Mahout at a cost of RO153,000.

In Duqm, the façade of Dhahr village will be developed with an investment of RO608,000, while Ras Madrakah village will see enhancements costing more than RO537,000.

Two public parks were planned – one in Dhahr village (RO208,000) and another in Sarab village, Mahout (RO161,000).

Infrastructure works include the design and construction of the 17km Hitam al Barr Road at an estimated RO909,000 and the phase one development of Wadi Dharif in Duqm for RO148,000. In the sports sector, football stadiums will be developed in Hitam village (RO98,000) and the wilayat of Al Jazir (RO104,000).