Omantel Unveils Digital Safety Initiative During Khareef Dhofar Season 2026
Telecommunications leader Omantel has launched a comprehensive digital awareness initiative titled ‘The Digital Detective’ as part of its official participation in the Khareef Dhofar Season 2026. The program is specifically engineered to promote digital safety among children, equipping the younger generation with critical skills needed to navigate modern internet technologies safely and responsibly. By embedding digital literacy into a high-profile regional festival, Omantel continues to strengthen its corporate social responsibility commitments across the Sultanate.
Interactive Scenarios Train Children to Identify Online Threats
Designed as an engaging, hands-on educational simulation, ‘The Digital Detective’ allows young participants to step into the role of an online investigator. Children navigate realistic digital environments that mirror everyday internet hazards, including detecting fraudulent messages, identifying fake social media accounts, managing personal data privacy, and avoiding risky communications with strangers. The structured experience trains participants to recognize suspicious digital indicators, evaluate online information critically, and make safe decisions on web platforms.
Age-Tailored Content and Active Parental Participation
Targeting children aged 6 to 15, the program tailors its educational content to match different developmental and cognitive stages. Running through August 10, the initiative also integrates parents into select phases of the simulation, encouraging open family discussions about screen time, online boundaries, and responsible technology habits. Qais bin Mohammed al Amri, Director of Social Responsibility at Omantel, emphasized that putting children in realistic internet scenarios helps them clearly distinguish between safe and unsafe digital practices.
Structured Learning Pathway with Real-Time Skill Assessment
Participants progress through a structured multi-stage learning framework that begins with account registration, leads into the interactive problem-solving simulation, and concludes with a skill evaluation:
- Registration & Orientation: Onboarding participants and categorizing them by age group.
- Interactive Investigation: Simulating real-world scenarios involving phishing, privacy settings, and online strangers.
- Skill Assessment: Evaluating the child's understanding and reinforcing safe habits before completion.
Long-Term Impact on National Digital Literacy and Security
Ultimately, ‘The Digital Detective’ aligns with Omantel’s broader national campaign to boost information security awareness and build a digitally literate society. As children across Oman gain access to connected devices at increasingly young ages, interactive education plays a crucial role in preventing cyber threats and online exploitation. By fostering responsible digital habits among youth and their families, Omantel supports the Sultanate’s long-term vision for a secure, technologically advanced knowledge economy.
