The South Saad Al Abdullah City Project is one of the largest housing projects in Kuwait. It aims to meet the increasing demand for housing and provide an integrated living environment that fulfills citizens’ needs.
Location and Area
The project is located southwest of Kuwait City and covers an area of approximately 59 square kilometers. South Saad Al Abdullah Project aims to develop between 25,000 and 40,000 housing units, making it one of the largest residential projects in the country.
Design and Infrastructure
The city is designed according to modern urban planning standards and is expected to be the first smart city in Kuwait, including:
- Residential units divided into plots and houses with modern architectural designs.
- Commercial outlets, mosques, shopping centers, restaurants, cafés, and various service facilities.
Contracts and Implementing Companies
In March 2025, Kuwait’s Public Authority for Housing Welfare signed contracts worth 261.7 million Kuwaiti Dinars (approximately $847.47 million) with local and international companies to implement the city’s infrastructure.
Among these, China Gezhouba Group signed two contracts for South Saad Al Abdullah City worth $557 million for infrastructure works.
Timeline and Completion Percentage
The Public Authority for Housing Welfare expects to complete the city’s infrastructure by November 2027. By November 2024, the South Saad Al Abdullah City project had reached a completion rate of 13.042%, showing steady progress in line with the scheduled timeline.
Planned Facilities and Services
The project aims to provide a fully integrated urban environment, including:
- Advanced road networks.
- Substations for electricity.
- Irrigation tanks.
- Commercial and recreational facilities within South Saad Al Abdullah Project.
Project Summary Table
| Element | Details |
|---|---|
| Location | Southwest of Kuwait City |
| Area | 59 square kilometers |
| Number of Housing Units | Between 25,000 and 40,000 |
| Expected Completion Date | November 2027 |
| Completion Percentage (as of Nov 2024) | 13.042% |
| Contract Value | 261.7 million Kuwaiti Dinars ($847.47 million) |
| Implementing Companies | China Gezhouba Group and other local firms |
| Planned Facilities | Road networks, substations, irrigation tanks, commercial & recreational facilities in South Saad Al Abdullah City |
The South Saad Al Abdullah Project represents a major step toward addressing Kuwait’s housing needs and creating a modern, fully integrated residential environment for citizens.
