Muscat: His Majesty Sultan Haitham Bin Tarik emphasized the importance of women enjoying full rights guaranteed by law, working alongside men in building the future of the country. His Majesty reiterated that women are essential partners in sustainable development, with many holding senior government positions, empowered to shape Oman’s growth.
The Honourable Lady, wife of His Majesty, also praised Omani women for their tireless efforts in building strong families and communities, contributing to the nation’s success. She highlighted their unwavering determination as a source of pride for all Omanis.
Recent statistics from the National Centre for Statistics and Information reveal that Omani women make up a significant portion of the workforce. Over 100,450 women are employed in the government sector, while 119,593 work in the private sector. In addition, 1,018,064 women contribute to family businesses, with female participation in craft industries reaching 57%.
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The influence of women extends into education, with 366,532 female students enrolled in government schools, and 62,212 in private schools. Female teachers account for 40,368 in government schools and 6,793 in private institutions. In higher education, the 2022/2023 academic year saw the enrollment of 19,939 female students, and 1,361 Omani women serve as faculty members.
Omani women from all walks of life are integral to shaping the future of Oman. Badriya bint Saif Al Zawiya, a housewife, expressed her gratitude for the government’s support in developing women’s skills and talents. She emphasized the importance of motherhood, saying, “Our role today as housewives is to constantly and continuously care for our generations and raise them in a correct and sound manner, and to produce a healthy generation that preserves its true religion and teaches them useful knowledge to serve their country”
Other trailblazing women like Amira bint Salem Al Shuaibi, the first Gulf woman to command naval vessels, and Nasra bint Salem Al Majrifi, Oman’s first female crane operator, shared their stories of determination and success. Both women stressed the importance of confidence, resilience, and passion in breaking stereotypes and contributing to Oman’s Vision 2040.
