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Absher carries out over 48.9 million electronic transactions in September

Absher Individuals and Business recorded 48,909,550 electronic transactions during September 2026, including over 37.5 million digital-document views.

Jazan University advertises healthcare jobs for Saudis through Jadarat

The medical, nursing and technical vacancies accept applications until 21 Jumada Al-Awwal 1448 AH.

Istitlaa platform presents 44 projects for public consultation

The projects include regulations for cooperatives, tourism hospitality, and kindergartens, with specific dates for receiving opinions during November.

Eastern Region Emirate launches upgraded interactive-services portal

The portal includes petitions, transaction inquiries, Mujeeb smart assistance and video, voice and chat communication.

Riyadh Municipality Expands Use of Body Cameras in Inspection Visits

Riyadh Municipality has begun expanding the use of body cameras for inspectors after a trial that documented more than 600 inspection visits in three weeks.

Commerce Ministry recalls 1,355 Ford and Lincoln vehicles over wiper fault

The recall includes specific models of Ford and Lincoln from 2021 to 2023 due to a defect that could cause the windshield wiper arms to fail or detach.

Water and Sewage Tariff Adjustments to Begin Early 2027

National Water Company announced adjustments to the tariffs for water and sewage services for residential, non-residential, and government sectors, effective…

A Project for Inclusive Access Studies Facilitating the Two Holy Mosques for All Pilgrims

The General Authority for the Care of the Sacred Mosque and the Prophet's Mosque is working on a project for inclusive access that identifies accessibility…

Saudi Arabia approves the executive regulations of the enforcement system with 54 articles

The Saudi Minister of Justice approved the executive regulations of the enforcement system, which include 54 articles to regulate procedures for enforcing…

The Executive Regulation of the Enforcement System Comes into Effect on October 29

The Minister of Justice approved the Executive Regulation of the Enforcement System in 54 articles, which will take effect simultaneously with the…

Services Statistics 2025: 292 Hospitals and 32,000 Schools

The General Authority of Statistics presented indicators for health, education, industrial, banking, and social services in the Kingdom.

Online auction for special plates through Absher until Thursday evening

The auction for special plates started on Wednesday morning and will continue until 10 p.m. on Thursday, with automatic extension if bids are placed in the…

Railways of the Kingdom transport more than 40.9 million passengers in the third quarter

The quarterly indicator of the General Authority of Transport records passenger and cargo movement during 2026.

More than 21.6 million visits to the Prophet's Mosque in September

A official report records the number of pilgrims and guidance services, carts, and guest care.

Is Your Driver's License About to Expire? Here Are the Conditions for Renewal via 'Absher' and the Required Fees

The 'Absher' platform offers citizens and residents the service of renewing their driver's license electronically, without the need to visit traffic…

'Skill Accelerator' implements more than 590 programs to develop Saudi workers

The initiative targets more than 300,000 beneficiaries, with programs linked to labor market needs.

Health Ministry acts over violation at private Riyadh facility

The ministry identified cooking with an electrical appliance inside a patient's room and referred the offender to authorities.

Mujahideen patrols apprehend three over local firewood offered for sale in Qassim

The seized material was handed to authorities amid monitoring of local firewood and charcoal marketing.

Conditions for renting pleasure boats regulate licenses and visitors' rights

The Saudi Red Sea Authority sets safety requirements, prices, cancellation and environmental protection.

Commerce Ministry recalls 3,108 Ford and Lincoln vehicles for free repair

The recall includes specific models from the 2025 model year due to a defect that may weaken acceleration and power.

Inspection and Supervision Launch Project for Licensing of Unified Monitoring Companies for Consultation

The feedback portal is open through a survey until November 13, and includes licensing requirements, evaluation, and company responsibilities.

Municipalities: Home Haircutting Requires a Permit via Baladi and Tool Disinfection Is Mandatory

The Ministry clarifies the requirements for hygiene and health certificates and the regulation of hairdressing services outside the establishment.

Media regulator accepts fine-installment applications until December 30

The initiative lets private and non-profit media businesses request installments after meeting documentation and regulatory requirements.

Public Prosecution Launches Real-Time Digital Translation in More Than 77 Languages

A multilingual direct translation service to support investigation procedures, improve communication accuracy and enable parties to understand the actions…

SDAIA supports Media Innovation Camp; registration continues until October 15

Three tracks to develop media projects with artificial intelligence, with training and guidance from specialists and participation of SDAIA experts in the…

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