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MOH: School Health Services Ready for New Academic Year..

The Ministry of Health has announced the full readiness of school health services ahead of the new academic year.
The services will cover public schools, religious education schools and schools for students with special needs through 946 school clinics and eight school health centers. #الكويت

source:Ayman Mat

MOH Launches Winter Vaccination Campaign..

’s Health Minister Dr. Ahmed Al-Awadhi launched the winter vaccination campaign at the Mubarak Al-Hasawi Specialized Health Center in Hateen.
The campaign offers seasonal flu and pneumonia vaccinations at 90 health centers and hospitals across Kuwait.
The Ministry of Health urged citizens and residents, particularly older adults, children, pregnant women, people with chronic illnesses, those with weakened immunity, and healthcare workers, to get vaccinated. #الكويت

source: Ayman Mat

Kuwait Fire Force Controls Fire at Residential Building After Iranian Drone Strike..

Fire Force said it has brought under control a fire that broke out at a residential building in one of the capital’s areas following a strike by an drone, No injuries were reported. #الكويت

source:Ayman mat

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MOI to Launch Smart Home Vehicle Impound System on September 6..

The General Traffic Department will launch its smart home vehicle impound system on September 6, allowing eligible vehicles to serve impound periods at home.
A smart device will be installed on the vehicle at the violation site. The installation fee is KD 10, plus KD 2 per day. Vehicles currently in traffic impound yards can also be transferred to the system to complete their remaining period.
Violators will receive an Sahel app notification when the impound period ends and must visit a designated location to complete the release procedures. #الكويت

source: Ayman Mat

30 Smoking Violations Issued During Mubarakiyah Campaign..

Environmental Police recorded 32 violations during an inspection campaign at Mubarakiyah Market, including 30 smoking violations against individuals, one littering violation and one violation against an establishment for allowing smoking indoors. Legal action was taken against all violators. #الكويت

source: Ayman Mat

PAFN Shuts Violating Food Establishment, Destroys 222 Kg of Food..

The Public Authority for Food and Nutrition PAFN in cooperation with the Ministry of Interior, conducted inspection campaigns in Capital and Farwaniya governorates, uncovering serious food safety and hygiene violations. Authorities issued 20 violation reports, closed one establishment, and destroyed a total of 222.116 kilograms of food, including spoiled and non-compliant products, frozen meat falsely sold as fresh, and 88 kg of meat of unknown origin. Other violations included hygiene breaches, licensing issues, missing health certificates, and unauthorized accommodation inside food premises. #الكويت

source: Ayman Mat

CSC: Government Offices to Resume Regular Morning and Evening Hours on September 1..

The Civil Service Commission CSC announced that all government agencies will resume their regular morning and evening working hours starting Tuesday, September 1, 2026.
The return follows the summer working-hours system, which was in effect from June 1 through August 31, 2026, under Civil Service Council Decision No. 8 of 2026.
The commission said the regular schedule will resume in accordance with all applicable rules and regulations. #الكويت

source: Ayman Mat

Customs Foils Attempt to Smuggle 13.15kg of ‘Chemical’ Drugs at Airport T4..

Customs officers at Terminal 4 of Kuwait International Airport foiled an attempt to smuggle a large quantity of the synthetic drug known as “Chemical,” allegedly involving a French passenger arriving from London as a visitor. A detailed inspection of his luggage uncovered 1,603 A4-sized sheets soaked with the drug, with a total weight of 13.154 kilograms. The seizure was carried out under the supervision of the Deputy Director General of Kuwait Customs for Customs Ports and Investigation, who ordered the completion of the seizure report and the necessary legal procedures before referring the suspect and the confiscated items to the General Department for Narcotics Control. #الكويت

source: Ayman Mat

MOI Arrest 230 in Mahboula Security Campaign..

The General Department of Rescue Police conducted a major security campaign in Mahboula, Ahmadi Governorate, resulting in 790 traffic violations, the arrest of 109 people wanted in criminal and security cases, 62 people for expired residency permits, 31 for lacking identification, and 11 found in an abnormal condition. Authorities also seized 9 wanted vehicles and arrested 8 people for possessing narcotics and alcoholic drinks. All those arrested were referred to the relevant authorities for legal action. #الكويت

source: Ayman Mat