Tripoli, May 19, 2026 – The Minister of Social Affairs, Wafa al-Kilani, followed up with the head of the Social Affairs branch in the Souq al-Jumaa municipality on the workflow within the branch and reviewed the level of implementation of social programs and services.

Ministry sources stated that during the meeting, the branch head outlined the main areas of work at the facility, as well as the difficulties facing performance, especially related to administrative and technical bottlenecks associated with some services and projects.

The Minister emphasized the importance of the role of Social Affairs branches in implementing the ministry’s policies and programs, and the necessity of raising performance efficiency and continuing to provide services to citizens, while enhancing coordination to address existing challenges.

She also stressed the ministry’s support for branch workers, working to improve their job conditions, developing training and qualification programs, and empowering administrative and technical competencies to raise the level of institutional performance.

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Souq al-Jumaa

Souq al-Jumaa, also known as Friday Market, is a traditional open-air market in various Middle Eastern cities, most notably in Kuwait. Historically, it emerged as a weekly gathering where Bedouins and locals would trade livestock, textiles, and household goods, gaining its name from the Friday market day. Today, it remains a vibrant cultural site, offering a wide array of secondhand items, antiques, and local crafts, preserving a sense of heritage and community commerce.

Souq al-Jumaa

Souq al-Jumaa, also known as the Friday Market, is a traditional and vibrant open-air market in the United Arab Emirates, particularly famous in Dubai. Its name derives from its historical origins as a weekly gathering held every Friday, where Bedouins and locals would trade goods like livestock, textiles, and household items. Today, it has evolved into a popular flea market offering a mix of antiques, second-hand goods, and souvenirs, reflecting the region’s cultural heritage and trading traditions.