Unwanted Advice in Dhofar: It’s a ‘Love Thing’
DHOFARI GUCCI: On a recent visit to a supermarket I was confronted by someone I didn’t know who wanted to change my life. It’s an all too common occurrence
Immune to ‘Planning’: The Curious Dhofari Disease
DHOFARI GUCCI: If the Swiss are at one end of the planning spectrum then my fellow Dhofaris at the furthest extreme
Women’s Rights in Oman: A Depressing Conversation
DHOFARI GUCCI: A workplace discussion with two educated young men regarding the role of women in my country left me distressed and sad
Maghboor: A Little Light Rant Against Oman’s Dowry System
DHOFARI GUCCI: It’s illogical, unfair and costly so maybe it’s time to look anew at the “maghboor’, Oman’s dowry system
Oman’s Eid Holiday Furore: It’s Time to ‘Get Real’
DHOFARI GUCCI: It used to be ‘holiday heaven’ in Oman. Not any more and it’s no bad thing really.
‘Cover Up Now’: Oman’s Islamists Target School Girls
DHOFARI GUCCI: A disturbing propaganda campaign is being spread throughout schools in Dhofar.
Mumbo Jumbo in Oman: Black Magic Still A Force
DHOFARI GUCCI: I know of a recent, rather unpleasant incident which occurred in Dhofar. It’s a reminder that even in the early 21st century black magic lives on in Oman
‘Insulting the Sultan in Oman’: A Balanced View
DHOFARI GUCCI: It’s well worth reading a just released article by ‘Foreign Policy’ on what’s currently happening in Oman.
Tribal Clashes in Salalah: ‘All So Medieval’
DHOFARI GUCCI: There’s no point covering our eyes, ears and mouths and pretend it doesn’t exist. A recent clash shows the strength of Oman’s tribalism
Omani Bloggers: More Questions than Answers
DHOFARI GUCCI: I’m not interested in being plucked out of my home in the middle of the night for a post I wrote two years ago. Must I go through every single blog post and review it?
The Ultimate Price Will Be Paid for ‘Honor Killing’
DHOFARI GUCCI: Salalah has been buzzing about this particular case for over a year. Resolution, it appears, is at hand.
Oman: The Trouble With Male/Female Friendship
DHOFARI GUCCI: I live in a very conservative society where male/female friendship is frowned upon.
The Arab Spring in Salalah: A Success Story
DHOFARI GUCCI: It’s a year since the Arab Spring hit Salalah and the results have been impressive.
Female Circumcision in Oman: Please, Ministry of Health, Do SOMETHING!
DHOFARI GUCCI: My blood’s boiling following the news that a friend’s sister’s baby has been circumcised. It’s time for the Ministry of Health to take action.
Oman’s Grand Mufti Condemns Opera House
NADIA: The Grand Mufti of Oman has deemed it unacceptable for Muslims to visit the newly opened Royal Opera House in Muscat. Much debate has ensued.
