RIYADH, Saudi Arabia – 20 May 2026 – HUMAIN, a PIF company delivering full-stack artificial intelligence capabilities globally, and Accenture (NYSE: ACN) today announced a collaboration whereby Accenture will be a strategic reinvention & AI partner in Saudi Arabia, helping HUMAIN scale its AI capabilities across the Kingdom. This strategic collaboration aims to accelerate the adoption of AI across government entities and enterprises, moving from early-stage experimentation and pilot programs to operational, production-grade AI systems. The collaboration brings together HUMAIN’s locally operated, full AI stack including next-generatio
Ottawa, May 22, 2026, SPA — Saudi Ambassador to Canada Amal Almoalimi hosted Canadian Minister of National Defence David J. McGuinty during a dinner held at her official residence in Ottawa. During the meeting, the two sides discussed several issues of mutual interest and reaffirmed the strong relations between the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and Canada.
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Makkah, May 19, 2026, SPA — The healthcare system has provided more than 121,626 health services to pilgrims since the start of the 1447 AH Hajj season through the first day of Dhul-Hijjah. The efforts aim to safeguard pilgrims’ health and help them perform their rituals with ease, in line with the objectives of the Health Sector Transformation Program and the Pilgrim Experience Program under Saudi Vision 2030. The Ministry of Health stated that health centers and urgent care facilities served 27,019 beneficiaries, while emergency departments handled 14,610 cases and outpatient clinics received 1,711 visitors. The ministry added
Riyadh, 11 May 2026: The National Museum of Saudi Arabia will mark International Museum Day 2026 with a three-day cultural program from May 14-16, held under the International Council of Museums (ICOM) global theme, “Museums Unite a Divided World.” This program reflects the National Museum’s enduring commitment to access, dialogue, and inclusive cultural participation. The program’s schedule features a series of panel discussions, interactive workshops, live performances, and musical events designed for visitors of all ages. In keeping with Saudi Arabia’s Year of Artificial Intelligence, the activities will also integ
Riyadh, April 23, 2026, SPA — Chairman of the General Entertainment Authority (GEA) Turki Alalshikh announced the premiere date of the Saudi edition of “Million Riyal Menu,” set to launch on April 28 via the MBC Shahid platform and MBC1 channel, with the support of Riyadh Season. He stated that the program represents the largest Saudi adaptation of the global format “Million Pound Menu,” produced jointly by the Saudi company BigHouse and IMP, in collaboration with Sony Pictures Television, reflecting a strong direction toward delivering content with world-class standards within the Kingdom. The program features
Madinah, April 6, 2026, SPA — Taibah University announced the opening of registration for the ELITE program, which aims to prepare and qualify outstanding students and graduates. The program enables them to apply for scholarships at global universities through a comprehensive package of academic guidance, specialized preparation, and competitive profile building in accordance with the highest international standards. The program seeks to enhance participants’ readiness by developing their leadership and academic skills. It also equips them with the necessary knowledge of admission requirements at global universities, increasing their
Buraidah, March 03, 2026, SPA — President of Qassim University Dr. Mohammed Al-Sharekh and CEO of South Africa’s Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) Dr. Thulani Dlamini signed an executive program agreement on Sunday covering scientific research and innovation. Qassim University’s vice presidents attended the signing, which took place at the university campus. The agreement aims to foster cooperation in research, development, and innovation projects in advanced technologies prioritized by both sides. It also provides for the exchange of researchers and experts in various areas, particularly in the space and d
Podgorica, March 02, 2026, SPA — The Ministry of Islamic Affairs, Dawah and Guidance, represented by the religious attaché at the Embassy of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia in Bosnia and Herzegovina, implemented the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques’ programs for date distribution and iftar in Montenegro during a ceremony held in the capital, Podgorica. The iftar program is set to benefit 2,000 individuals across four regions, while five tons of dates have been allocated under the distribution program, benefiting 20,000 individuals.
Rafha, February 25, 2026, SPA — The “Mashina” program officially launched on Tuesday in Rafha to increase public awareness of the health benefits of walking and to foster a culture of daily physical activity. The activities are being held weekly on Tuesdays at 4:30 p.m. at the Darb Zubaydah track and walkway. The program is organized by the sports association “Tanafos” under the supervision of the Ministry of Sport’s Northern Borders branch, and in collaboration with the Northern Borders Region Municipality and several local sports associations.
Riyadh, 17 February 2026: The National Museum of Saudi Arabia, located in the King Abdulaziz Historical Center, is marking Saudi Founding Day and the holy month of Ramadan with a new public program, “Memory of the Home,” running from 19 February to 6 March 2026, from 10:00 p.m. to 1:00 a.m. Blending heritage with direct engagement, the program features displays inspired by the Kingdom’s rich heritage, engaging stories, food experiences, and a series of live activities designed for visitors of all ages. Throughout the program, the National Museum becomes a shared cultural destination, offering visitors immersive experiences th
Riyadh, February 16, 2026, SPA — The King Abdulaziz and His Companions Foundation for Giftedness and Creativity (Mawhiba) announced the identification of over 34,000 gifted students in the 16th edition of the National Program for Gifted Identification 2026, conducted in collaboration with the Ministry of Education and the Education and Training Evaluation Commission, bringing the total number of identified gifted students to more than 278,000. This year, 34,358 students were discovered, including 2,469 exceptionally gifted and 31,889 gifted students. Of the 94,323 students registered in 2026, 89,843 took the Mawhiba Multiple Cognitive Apt
Riyadh, February 12, 2026, SPA — World Defense Show 2026, organized by the General Authority for Military Industries (GAMI), continued its fourth day in Riyadh, focusing on developing national talent and building the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia’s long-term defense capabilities, in line with localization targets and strengthening the sustainable defense industries ecosystem in the Kingdom, in pursuit of Saudi Vision 2030 targets. Day Four was dedicated to the Future Talent Program, held in the main theater (Hall 2), which took center stage as oneof the show’s most strategic initiatives for supporting national competencies and empower
