Human Resources Development Fund spends SR14m on Tamheer scheme in May

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Updated 12 June 2020
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Human Resources Development Fund spends SR14m on Tamheer scheme in May

RIYADH: The Human Resources Development Fund (Hadaf) spent more than SR14 million ($3.7 million) in May on benefits for 4,830 Saudi graduates taking part in the Tamheer scheme, which provides work placements of between three to six months.

Trainees enrolled in Tamheer are allocated SR3,000 per month for the duration of the training period and are also insured against work risks. To qualify for the program, applicants need to be Saudi nationals, higher-education graduates and must have been unemployed for at least six months. 


Saudi watchdog warns of possible health risk from Nestle baby formula

Updated 06 January 2026
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Saudi watchdog warns of possible health risk from Nestle baby formula

  • Company voluntarily recalls its Nan, Alfamino, S-26 Gold and S-26 Ultima products over concerns they might be contaminated with cereulide, a toxin produced by bacteria
  • Saudi Food and Drug Authority says recall is precautionary and no related illnesses have been reported, but advises consumers to dispose of recalled products immediately

RIYADH: The Saudi Food and Drug Authority on Tuesday warned the public not to consume certain Nestle infant formula products, after the company issued a voluntary recall over concerns about possible contamination.

The advisory covers products marketed under the Nan, Alfamino, S-26 Gold and S-26 Ultima brands. They might be contaminated with cereulide, a toxin produced by the Bacillus cereus bacteria, which can pose a risk to infant health, the Saudi Press Agency reported.

The Saudi authority said the recall was a precautionary measure and no related illnesses have been reported. Possible symptoms of exposure can include nausea, repeated vomiting and abdominal pain.

It advised consumers to dispose of the recalled products immediately, and said it was coordinating with Nestle to ensure they are removed from stores and is monitoring the process.

Full details of the affected products, including batch numbers, are available at the Saudi Food and Drug Authority website. The organization said consumers can report any food safety concerns by calling 19999.