MUSCAT : In line with its vision ‘To serve you better, everyday’ and its longstanding commitment to supporting youth, Bank Muscat, the leading financial services provider in the Sultanate of Oman, has announced its participation as Gold Sponsor of Active Oman Challenge 2, taking place from 8th to 22nd August 2026 at Active Oman.

Active Oman Challenge 2 is a youth-focused sports and entertainment event expected to draw around 8,000 participants and visitors. The event combines sports, gaming, educational activities and interactive entertainment, offering a dynamic platform that brings together young people and families across a wide range of competitions, including Go-Karting, Jackaroo, Billiards, Chess, Bowling, Shooting, Virtual Golf, Card Games and E-Gaming.

Visitors can learn about Floosi and Shababi, Bank Muscat’s specialized banking propositions designed for young people. Floosi is a dedicated banking proposition tailored for youth aged 7 to 17, while Shababi is designed for youth aged 18 to 22. Both aim to instill healthy financial habits from an early age, helping young customers learn how to spend, save and manage their money independently while enjoying a range of benefits and offers.

The booth also features an interactive screen where Floosi and Shababi card holders can play and enter a draw, with 5 winners to be chosen at the end of the event, each winner will receive a PS5.

To make the experience more engaging, visitors will get a special passport at Bank Muscat’s booth, allowing them to collect stamps from participating businesses across the center and enter a draw where 32 winners will receive valuable prizes. Visitors can also enjoy exclusive discounts offered by participating businesses across a variety of sectors, including food and beverage, automotive, retail and activity centers.

Speaking on the occasion, Abdulnasir Al Raisi, General Manager – Personal Banking, Bank Muscat, said: “Our participation in Active Oman Challenge 2 reflects our continued commitment to engaging with the youth through platforms that speak to their interests and lifestyle. Floosi and Shababi were created to give young people the tools and confidence to manage their finances from an early age, and events like this allow us to connect with them in a fun, interactive setting while reinforcing the value of smart money habits from a young age.”

Bank Muscat has a longstanding track record of supporting youth development and financial inclusion across the Sultanate through a wide range of services and community initiatives. Its participation in Active Oman Challenge 2 forms part of the Bank’s broader strategy to supporting youth by providing banking solutions that grow alongside them and support their aspirations for the future.