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Nazaha Refers 1,035 Individuals to Prosecution in Major Anti-Corruption Drive January 6, 2026 KUWAIT: The Public Authority for Combating Corruption (Nazaha) has sent 1,035 individuals to the Public Prosecution in 2025 due to suspicions of corruption-related activities, illegal profits, and breaches of financial disclosure rules. Nazaha explained that these referrals result from cases Continue Reading ‘Kuwait Has Never Abandoned Humanitarian Work’ December 9, 2025 KUWAIT: Nasreen Rubaian, the head of the UNHCR office in Kuwait, stated that Kuwait—through its government, civil society, and media—"has always supported humanitarian efforts," even as global crises grow and funding decreases. During an annual meeting with journalists, Rubaian described Continue Reading Kuwait Intensifies Crackdown on Drug Trafficking December 2, 2025 KUWAIT: The interior ministry and public prosecution started a national awareness campaign about the new strict anti-drug laws, which will take effect on December 15. They released statements to explain the law's details and highlighted the severe punishments included in Continue Reading Kuwait Calls for Global Action on Disability Rights and Inclusive Support for Children November 25, 2025 KUWAIT: Kuwait urged the global community to honor its commitments to the rights of people with disabilities. They emphasized the importance of including children with disabilities in all programs, even when resources are tight. These comments were made by Kuwait’s Continue Reading Kuwait Sees 4.66% Drop in Spending as Consumer Caution Rises November 4, 2025 KUWAIT: The small drop in consumer spending might not indicate that the economy is weak; instead, it could show that financial habits in Kuwait are evolving. The country is moving towards a more careful and informed economy, where spending matches Continue Reading Kuwait Reduces Drug Trafficking by 90%, Considers Imposing Death Penalty October 28, 2025
[fusion_builder_column type="1_1" layout="1_1" background_position="left top" background_color="" border_color="" border_style="solid" border_position="all" spacing="yes" Continue Reading Minister Highlights Vital Role of Laboratories in Strengthening Healthcare October 22, 2025
[fusion_builder_column type="1_1" layout="1_1" background_position="left top" background_color="" border_color="" border_style="solid" border_position="all" spacing="yes" Continue Reading Enhancing Education: A Strategic Investment in Kuwait’s Future October 14, 2025 KUWAIT: A well-educated and skilled workforce is essential for the social and economic growth of countries. As nations face rapid changes in education, technology, economy, society, and the environment in the 21st century, they are updating their educational systems to Continue Reading Government Bans Fee Hikes in Private Schools September 3, 2025 KUWAIT: The Ministry of Education has reaffirmed its ongoing commitment to regulating tuition fees, ensuring fairness and stability in the educational system, and easing the financial burden on parents. In a statement, the ministry announced that Minister of Education Jalal Continue Reading Kuwait Arrests 67 Linked to Illegal Alcohol Production After 23 Fatalities August 19, 2025 KUWAIT: Kuwait prohibits the import and local production of alcoholic drinks, but some are secretly made in hidden places without proper checks or safety measures. This puts consumers at risk of poisoning. The health ministry reported that there have been Continue Reading Kuwait Elevates Environmental Sustainability to Strategic Development Pillar Through Strengthened Partnerships August 5, 2025 KUWAIT: Kuwait is making environmental issues a key focus in its national plans and future programs. In the last two years, the government has worked harder to create strategies for environmental sustainability, following the guidance of His Highness the Amir Continue Reading Kuwait’s Zain Summer Program Continues Empowering Youth with Dynamic Learning Experiences July 30, 2025 KUWAIT: Zain’s Summer Program keeps offering hands-on training in various work settings. The program aims to give students useful skills and real-life experience to get them ready for the job market, all within a professional environment that reflects the fast-paced Continue Reading Kuwait, France reaffirm ties July 16, 2025 Kuwait: His Highness The Amir Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah and his delegation attended the Bastille Day military parade in Paris, celebrating France's National Day and the 80th anniversary of World War II, alongside French President Emmanuel Macron. The two Continue Reading Kuwait Ranks 30th Globally, 2nd in Gulf in Happiness Index July 8, 2025 Kuwait: The report emphasized the crucial importance of trust, generosity, and community support in enhancing human well-being. It pointed out that interpersonal trust, especially among unfamiliar individuals, has a more significant effect on happiness than financial contributions or volunteering efforts. Kuwait's Continue Reading Kuwait Offers Lifeline to Orphaned Children: A Beacon of Hope July 1, 2025 Kuwait: Dr. Amthal Al-Huwailah of the Family and Childhood Affairs Ministry emphasized the ministry's commitment to protecting children's rights and strengthening family awareness through comprehensive programs based on holistic care and global child rights standards. She highlighted the Alternative Mother Program, Continue Reading Kuwait Reopens Airspace, Restoring Normal Flight Operations June 27, 2025 Kuwait: The airspace around the country has been reopened. The General Directorate of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has announced that Kuwait's airspace is now open and normal air traffic operations at Kuwait International Airport have resumed. This decision was made after Continue Reading New Exit Permit Rule in Kuwait Increases Vulnerability of Expats June 20, 2025 Kuwait: This new policy represents a concerning reinforcement of Kuwait's contentious kafala system instead of its abolition. Human rights advocates caution that it intensifies the control employers have over migrant workers, making them more susceptible to exploitation and mistreatment. Despite Continue Reading Care For Elderly In Their Homes June 12, 2025 Kuwait: The ministry offers extensive care services to approximately 4,000 elderly individuals at home through mobile service centers as part of the government's initiative to enhance the quality of life for seniors and assist their families who care for them. Continue Reading New Traffic Law Significantly Reduces Violations and Road Fatalities June 5, 2025 Kuwait: Recent statistics indicate an 83 percent drop in violations captured by traffic cameras, especially those for speeding and running red lights. In the past month, there were 28,464 violations recorded, a significant decrease from the 168,208 violations noted in Continue Reading Kuwait: Blistering Heat, Dusty Winds as Mercury Rises May 29, 2025 Kuwait: The meteorological department has announced that temperatures are anticipated to rise once more above 50 degrees. On Friday, they recorded a temperature of 51 degrees Celsius in Mitribah, located near Abdaly in northern Kuwait, with temperatures over the past Continue Reading Kuwait Thwarts Surveillance Camera Hacking Attempts, Issues Cybercrime Warning to Public April 29, 2025 Kuwait's Ministry of Interior has announced that it has detected and successfully thwarted multiple attempts to hack into surveillance camera systems nationwide as part of increased efforts to protect national security and individual privacy. In a joint statement from the General Continue Reading Kuwait Blanketed by Heavy Dust Storm, Prompting School Closures and Safety Warnings April 16, 2025 Kuwait: A strong dust storm moved into Kuwait from the west on Monday, significantly reducing visibility throughout the country and leading authorities to issue health and safety alerts. The meteorological department confirmed that the storm affected all regions and is Continue Reading Minister Showcases Progress in Pediatric Oncology at International Conference April 12, 2025 Kuwait: Minister of Health Dr. Ahmad Al-Awadhi stated that Kuwait's healthcare system has made significant progress in recent years, especially in decreasing the number of cases that need to be treated abroad. He attributed this advancement to the implementation of Continue Reading Kuwait's Ministry of Justice Launches E-Notification Service via 'Sahel' App April 2, 2025 On April 1st the Ministry of Justice in Kuwait activates an electronic notifications service through the Sahel app. This plays a key role in Kuwait's ongoing digital transformation of all government services. Sahel is an electronic means for notifications alongside other Continue Reading Kuwaiti Rights Crisis February 21, 2025 Kuwait is steadily falling backward in terms of women’s rights. Their failure to allow women equal rights and heavily discriminate against them to extreme levels is quite alarming. The Kuwaiti government punishes honor killings only with fines or superficial jail Continue Reading

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Kuwait is steadily falling backward in terms of women’s rights. Their failure to allow women equal rights and heavily discriminate against them to extreme levels is quite alarming. The Kuwaiti government punishes honor killings only with fines or superficial jail sentences. In addition, sexual abusers will face no punishment if they marry the victim with the permission of a guardian. While this is unthinkable in the West, such is the political climate in this country. Moreover, the addition of laws aimed at silencing whistle-blowers on social media came into effect this year.

4,621,638 POPULATION Not Ranked PERSECUTION RANKING ISLAM DOMINANT RELIGION Day 3 Pray For Kuwait keyboard_arrow_left keyboard_arrow_right 94,652 close Kuwait is steadily falling backward in terms of women’s rights. Their failure to allow women equal rights and heavily discriminate against them to extreme levels is quite alarming. REFUGEES Unknown POPULATION BELOW POVERTY LINE 74.46 yrs LIFE EXPECTANCY 93.9% LITERACY RATE Day 3 Pray for Kuwait keyboard_arrow_left keyboard_arrow_right