Saudi Arabia Penalizes 24 Promoters for Violating E-Advertisement Rules

Four violators infringed on the e-commerce law on social media (Ministry of Commerce)
Four violators infringed on the e-commerce law on social media (Ministry of Commerce)
TT
20

Saudi Arabia Penalizes 24 Promoters for Violating E-Advertisement Rules

Four violators infringed on the e-commerce law on social media (Ministry of Commerce)
Four violators infringed on the e-commerce law on social media (Ministry of Commerce)

Saudi Ministry of Commerce has arrested 24 advertisers for violating e-advertising controls stipulated in the e-commerce law and its executive regulations for social media platforms.

The promoters committed four violations on Snapchat, Twitter, Instagram, and TikTok, including deceiving and misleading consumers, false allegations, promoting unlicensed activity, and failure to disclose the provision of advertising material.

The ministry imposed fines on advertisers and included ten activities they promoted: restaurants, medical clinics, perfumes, watches, accessories, women's fashion, furniture, sportswear, electronic applications, and financing companies.

According to the e-commerce law and its executive regulations, an electronic advertisement must not include: a false offer, statement, claim, or misrepresentation that directly or indirectly deceives or misleads a consumer or use a logo or trademark that is either counterfeit or the service provider does not hold the right to use.

The ministry monitors and follows up on these advertisements and refers violators to a committee to look into violations of the e-commerce law, through which it issues fines of up to one million riyals, blocking and closing the websites and preventing them from practicing the activity.



Namirah Mosque Ready for Hajj’s Arafat Day with Major Upgrades

Significant development projects have been implemented to improve the comfort of pilgrims at the mosque. (SPA)
Significant development projects have been implemented to improve the comfort of pilgrims at the mosque. (SPA)
TT
20

Namirah Mosque Ready for Hajj’s Arafat Day with Major Upgrades

Significant development projects have been implemented to improve the comfort of pilgrims at the mosque. (SPA)
Significant development projects have been implemented to improve the comfort of pilgrims at the mosque. (SPA)

The Saudi Ministry of Islamic Affairs, Dawah and Guidance has completed extensive preparations at Namirah Mosque in Arafat, ensuring it is fully ready to welcome Hajj pilgrims on the day of Arafat, which falls on Thursday. The mosque has been furnished with 125,000 square meters of luxurious carpets.

Significant development projects have been implemented to improve the comfort of pilgrims. The backyard now features 19 canopies that reduce heat stress by an average of 10 degrees Celsius, complemented by sun-reflecting floor paint. The surrounding courtyards are also prepared and cooled with 117 fog fans, lowering temperatures by an average of 9 degrees Celsius.

A major ventilation and air conditioning upgrade includes a new control system that monitors carbon dioxide levels and operates air purification units, allowing for 100% air renewal every 30 minutes. This system also controls water pumps, boosting operational efficiency and providing a healthier environment for pilgrims.

For hydration, 70 water chillers have been installed, each capable of serving 2,000 pilgrims per hour, totaling a capacity of 140,000 pilgrims per hour.

An advanced audio system and security surveillance cameras have also been integrated to boost safety and security.

Furthermore, the mosque's 72 gates and entrances have been strategically organized to ensure a smooth flow of pilgrims.

These extensive tasks were carried out by dedicated supervisory and service teams committed to providing the best services to pilgrims.