MUSCAT: More than 80% of Omanis live in their own houses, according to the Minister of Housing. 

During the sidelines of GCC Housing Minister’s conference in Muscat, His Excellency Sheikh Saif Al Shabibi said 89 per cent of Omanis have their own homes. According to the Minister, Oman is the second country in the world for private home ownership. “Up to 89% of people in this country live in their own houses and that makes us the second country in the world to achieve that status. This comes through some concerted efforts between various government as well as private entities,” Al Shabibi said. 

In another major milestone, Oman is the only country in the world where legislation allows (grant) women a land as stipulated by Royal Decree No. 125/2008. “His Majesty the Sultan has made the provision of adequate housing for the citizen and his family a top priority and this has been achieved after years of effort and work,” the Minister added.