Bahrain plans to develop new housing project

A massive new housing development boasting more than 1,000 homes is on the way in Hamala, Bahrain.

The BD500 million ($1.32 billion) Janayen Al Hamala Housing Project got the go-ahead from the Northern Municipal Council.

It will have 1,200 homes, three private schools, two private hospitals and a petrol station.

The Bahrain-based Kanaz Group is behind the project,
Councillors have inserted a clause stating that members of the public, not only residents, would have access to facilities in this huge housing project.