Private sector partnerships key to sustain development in Bahrain

TDT | Manama

The Daily Tribune – www.newsofbahrain.com

The Minister of Justice, Islamic Affairs and Endowments, His Excellency Nawaf bin Mohammad Al Maawda, has emphasised the importance of the private sector’s social responsibility initiatives to support sustainable development goals.

He noted Zain Bahrain’s initiative to launch a donation service for the Zakat and Charity Fund with quick payments through Zain’s digital platform.

Al Maawda expressed appreciation for the partners’ support in funding ongoing programmes, especially during Ramadan, emphasising the values of charity, compassion and cooperation.

The Minister stressed the ministry’s aim to enhance partnerships with the private sector to broaden the Zakat and Charity Fund’s activities, focusing on maximising zakat (Almsgiving) rituals and strengthening the role of charity to foster social solidarity.