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Emirates 24/7
24-04-2025
- Business
- Emirates 24/7
Danube Group opens another majestic mosque in National Industries Park
Marking a momentous milestone in its legacy of community service and spiritual development, Danube Group has officially inaugurated a landmark mosque at National Industries Park (NIP) – the first and only mosque in the area. This new religious and communal space reaffirms Danube's unwavering commitment to supporting infrastructure that nurtures unity, faith, and social harmony. Spanning a total area of approximately 7,000 square meters, the newly inaugurated mosque has been meticulously designed to accommodate over 2,000 worshippers, including indoors and in the outdoor prayer area. It also features designated parking for over 50 vehicles, ensuring accessibility and convenience for the community it serves. The inauguration ceremony was held in the honorable presence of His Excellency Eng. Marwan bin Ghalita, Director General of Dubai Land Department His Excellency Mr. Ahmed darwish al muhairi, General Manager, Islamic Affairs & Charitable Activities, Abdullah al hashmi, COO, Parks & Zones, DP World GCC, Abdulla Belhoul Chief Executive Officer of TECOM Group along with Rizwan Sajan, Founder and Chairman of Danube Group; Adel Sajan, Group Managing Director; senior Danube officials, family members, and respected community figures. The event was a celebration of faith, philanthropy, and forward-thinking leadership. This mosque is the first under Danube Group's AED 50 million commitment to constructing mosques across the UAE—a pledge made in the presence of His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Defense, and Chairman of the Executive Council of Dubai. The initiative exemplifies the Group's mission to contribute to the country's spiritual and social well-being. Rizwan Sajan, Founder and Chairman of Danube Group, commented: 'The inauguration of this mosque at National Industries Park is a proud and spiritual milestone for us. It's more than a place of worship—it's a testament to our deep-rooted values of inclusivity, unity, and giving back to the community. We aim to create spaces that inspire peace, togetherness, and purpose.' This latest project follows the success of the Majestic Mosque in Dubai Studio City, also developed by Danube Group, which was built at a cost of AED 15.56 million. The Majestic Mosque has since become a vital spiritual and social anchor for its community. The new mosque at NIP is expected to uphold the same standard of excellence, accessibility, and inclusiveness. In addition to spiritual projects, Danube Group continues to lead impactful corporate social responsibility efforts. In 2023 alone, the Group pledged AED 10 million to the Mothers' Endowment Campaign and supported the '1 Billion Meals Endowment' launched by the Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Global Initiatives (MBRGI). About Danube Group Established in 1993 by UAE-based entrepreneur Rizwan Sajan, Danube Group is a leading diversified conglomerate headquartered in Dubai. With business verticals across building materials, home décor, real estate, and hospitality, the Group reported USD 2 billion in annual turnover in 2022 and employs over 4,500 people across the GCC and India. Its major divisions include Danube Properties, Danube Home, Danube Building Materials, Alucopanel Middle East, and others. Follow Emirates 24|7 on Google News.
Dubai Eye
18-03-2025
- Business
- Dubai Eye
MBRGI spends AED 2.2 billion to aid 149 million people worldwide
The Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Global Initiatives (MBRGI) spent a total of AED 2.2 billion on projects that positively impacted the lives of 149 million people across 118 countries in 2024. This was announced during a special ceremony on Tuesday at the Dubai World Trade Centre, where the humanitarian organisation showcased its 2024 accomplishments, highlighted the progress of its Fathers' Endowment campaign, and honoured its partners and major contributors. His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, praised the efforts of MBRGI, stating that the organisation's work across aid, healthcare, education and community projects embodies the UAE's enduring commitment to global humanitarian efforts. He added that 975 employees and over 170,000 volunteers supported these initiatives. His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Dubai's Crown Prince and the UAE's Deputy Prime Minister and Defence Minister, also highlighted that MBRGI has evolved beyond charity to focus on sustainable development, the empowerment of individuals and communities, and long-term solutions to humanity's challenges. He pointed out significant milestones, including the launch of the Mother's Endowment Campaign to support education worldwide, and the 1 Billion Meals Endowment campaign, which includes the construction of the tallest endowment tower in the UAE, valued at AED 800 million, aimed at global food security. The year 2024 also saw the foundation stone laid for the Hamdan bin Rashid Cancer Hospital, the first of its kind in Dubai, which will offer free cancer treatment to those in need. MBRGI's work continues to create lasting, positive change, embodying the UAE's values of hope, compassion and global solidarity. Today, I chaired a meeting of the Board of Trustees of the Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Global Initiatives. During the meeting, we reviewed the results of the past year, noting that the Foundation's total expenditure reached AED 2.2 billion across various humanitarian, health,… — HH Sheikh Mohammed (@HHShkMohd) March 18, 2025 During the ceremony on Tuesday, Sheikh Mohammed bestowed the 'Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Order for Philanthropy' to Mirwais Azizi, Founder and Chairman of Azizi Developments, whose donation of AED 3 billion marked the first contribution in support of the Fathers' Endowment campaign, and the largest individual private sector donation in UAE history. He also honoured a number of major contributors to the Fathers' Endowment campaign and awarded them the 'Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Medal for Philanthropy'. Meanwhile, Sheikh Hamdan honoured the campaign's partners and major contributors, who supported its aims to honour fathers by allowing individuals to donate in their names to provide sustainable healthcare in underserved communities. Hamdan bin Mohammed honours the Fathers' Endowment campaign's partners and major contributors. — Dubai Media Office (@DXBMediaOffice) March 18, 2025
ARN News Center
18-03-2025
- Business
- ARN News Center
MBRGI spends AED 2.2 billion to aid 149 million people worldwide
The Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Global Initiatives (MBRGI) spent a total of AED 2.2 billion on projects that positively impacted the lives of 149 million people across 118 countries in 2024. This was announced during a special ceremony on Tuesday at the Dubai World Trade Centre, where the humanitarian organisation showcased its 2024 accomplishments, highlighted the progress of its Fathers' Endowment campaign, and honoured its partners and major contributors. His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, praised the efforts of MBRGI, stating that the organisation's work across aid, healthcare, education and community projects embodies the UAE's enduring commitment to global humanitarian efforts. He added that 975 employees and over 170,000 volunteers supported these initiatives. His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Dubai's Crown Prince and the UAE's Deputy Prime Minister and Defence Minister, also highlighted that MBRGI has evolved beyond charity to focus on sustainable development, the empowerment of individuals and communities, and long-term solutions to humanity's challenges. He pointed out significant milestones, including the launch of the Mother's Endowment Campaign to support education worldwide, and the 1 Billion Meals Endowment campaign, which includes the construction of the tallest endowment tower in the UAE, valued at AED 800 million, aimed at global food security. The year 2024 also saw the foundation stone laid for the Hamdan bin Rashid Cancer Hospital, the first of its kind in Dubai, which will offer free cancer treatment to those in need. MBRGI's work continues to create lasting, positive change, embodying the UAE's values of hope, compassion and global solidarity. Today, I chaired a meeting of the Board of Trustees of the Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Global Initiatives. During the meeting, we reviewed the results of the past year, noting that the Foundation's total expenditure reached AED 2.2 billion across various humanitarian, health,… — HH Sheikh Mohammed (@HHShkMohd) March 18, 2025 During the ceremony on Tuesday, Sheikh Mohammed bestowed the 'Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Order for Philanthropy' to Mirwais Azizi, Founder and Chairman of Azizi Developments, whose donation of AED 3 billion marked the first contribution in support of the Fathers' Endowment campaign, and the largest individual private sector donation in UAE history. He also honoured a number of major contributors to the Fathers' Endowment campaign and awarded them the 'Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Medal for Philanthropy'. Meanwhile, Sheikh Hamdan honoured the campaign's partners and major contributors, who supported its aims to honour fathers by allowing individuals to donate in their names to provide sustainable healthcare in underserved communities. — Dubai Media Office (@DXBMediaOffice) March 18, 2025
