The amount contributed by du to charity for each SMS will be 18 fils for both national and international SMS sent.
Commenting on this humanitarian initiative, Osman Sultan, CEO du said, 'du is committed to giving back to the community. We believe our contribution will bring joy to many and make a difference in their lives, while making our customers feel good about indirectly contributing to a worthy cause as well.'
Hala Badri, Vice President for Corporate Communications said: 'The campaign has achieved overwhelming success since its launch and provides further encouragement for people to participate and contribute to the welfare of the underprivileged just by sending an SMS during the day.'
du donates proceeds of first SMS everyday during Ramadan to UAE Red Crescent
Celebrating the spirit of generosity during the holy month of Ramadan, du, the UAE's new telecom operator, will contribute the proceeds from the first SMS sent by each of its subscribers every day during the holy month to the UAE Red Crescent Society, at the end of Ramadan.
- United Arab Emirates: Thursday, October 04 - 2007 at 14:30
- PRESS RELEASE
- ADD ARTICLE TO
-
Facebook
del.icio.us
Digg
Log in to request more information from duNotes and media contacts
About dudu, the new telecommunications company in the UAE, was launched on 11 February 2007 throughout the UAE. Among du's many firsts is its historic Number Booking Campaign for both individuals and business, Pay by the Second billing system, Mobile TV, Mobile Payments and Self Care. du business offers include Closed Business User Group and preferred International Destinations.
du shops were launched on 25 February 2007, supporting the delivery of du products and services to customers.
du is 40 percent owned by the UAE Federal Government, 20 percent by Mubadala Development Company, 20 percent by TECOM Investments and 20 percent by public shareholders. It is listed on the Dubai Financial Market (DFM) and trades under the name du. www.du.ae
For further information on du, please call:
Bina Mathews
PR Manager
du
Tel :+9714 3693828
Fax: +9714 3604440
Posted by Lara Lynn Golden, News EditorThursday, October 04 - 2007 at 14:30 UAE local time (GMT+4)
Replication or redistribution in whole or in part is expressly prohibited without the prior written consent of AME Info FZ LLC / Emap Limited.
Index : Company News : du
Browse related articles
Browse related articlesToday's most read articles:
- » Carrefour resetting standards for quality, service and choice in Bahrain
- » Bahrain City Centre brings retail firsts to Bahrain
- » Amazon joins Taufeer.com e-channel program
- » Aga Khan's visit to Syria witnesses signing agreement between AKDN and Syrian Government
- » Emaar, The Economic City celebrates SR1bn sales from residential units in KAEC
Most read articles the past week:
Disclaimer:
Articles in this section are primarily provided directly by the companies appearing or PR agencies which are solely responsible for the content. The companies concerned may use the above content on their respective web sites provided they link back to http://www.ameinfo.com
Any opinions, advice, statements, offers or other information expressed in this section of the AME Info Web site are those of the authors and do not necessarily reflect the views of AME Info FZ LLC / Emap Limited. AME Info FZ LLC / Emap Limited is not responsible or liable for the content, accuracy or reliability of any material, advice, opinion or statement in this section of the AME Info Web site.
For details about submitting your stories, please read the guide - all content published is subject to our terms and conditions
Articles in this section are primarily provided directly by the companies appearing or PR agencies which are solely responsible for the content. The companies concerned may use the above content on their respective web sites provided they link back to http://www.ameinfo.com
Any opinions, advice, statements, offers or other information expressed in this section of the AME Info Web site are those of the authors and do not necessarily reflect the views of AME Info FZ LLC / Emap Limited. AME Info FZ LLC / Emap Limited is not responsible or liable for the content, accuracy or reliability of any material, advice, opinion or statement in this section of the AME Info Web site.
For details about submitting your stories, please read the guide - all content published is subject to our terms and conditions
Web Feeds