RIYADH: The Ministry of Labor and Social Development has announced the launch of the Social Houses initiative that seeks to implement the latest practices for the care of orphans through their gradual transfer from shelters to social housing.
The initiative targets orphans with special circumstances and those living in the shelters of the ministry in all regions of the Kingdom, to enhance their involvement in the community, increase their empowerment and help them to achieve a decent life.
The project will launch, in the first phase, 10 model houses in Riyadh, Makkah, Eastern Province and Qassim. The ministry confirmed that it will carry out follow-up visits to social housing through inspection visits, to discuss the situation of orphans and ensure their protection.
Saudi Labor Ministry launches houses for orphans initiative
Saudi Labor Ministry launches houses for orphans initiative
- The project will launch, in the first phase, 10 model houses in Riyadh, Makkah, Eastern Province and Qassim
WBK Digital Card launches as fast-track to Riyadh Season entertainment
RIYADH: Webook.com has unveiled the WBK Digital Card, a cashless payment solution designed to elevate visitor experiences across Saudi Arabia’s leading entertainment destinations, including Boulevard World during Riyadh Season and Winter Wonderland in Jeddah.
Built for speed, flexibility and ease of use, the WBK Digital Card removes the need for physical queues and on-site top-ups.
Visitors can activate and recharge their card instantly through the webook.com app, allowing them to move straight into rides, games and attractions without interruption.
Balances can be loaded in seconds, starting from as little as SR1 ($0.27) up to SR750, with real-time spending tracking and tap-to-pay functionality across participating rides and skill-based games.
The digital card also integrates with existing physical WBK cards, enabling users to pair them with the app.
The card is also compatible with Apple Wallet. For visitors who prefer traditional options, physical cards remain available.
It also allows users to share balances with family and friends, simplifying group visits, managing children’s spending and covering multiple guests with ease.
