Bank Sohar starts Sohar Al Atta CSR Convoy

MUSCAT: Following in the footsteps of previous successful campaigns, Bank Sohar has commenced its 2018 ‘Sohar Al Atta’ CSR Convoy which will focus this year on educating, empowering and training local communities through the means of sustainable knowledge. The convoy commenced by extending support to the Omani Association for Elderly Friends to hold two workshops for their members and volunteers.

Mohammed Mahfoudh al Ardhi, Chairman of Bank Sohar, said: “As a leading financial organisation in Oman, our commitment to the society remains a priority, and through our annual ‘Sohar Al Atta’ CSR convoy, we endeavour to promote sustainable knowledge, empower community members with the skills and knowhow that contribute to sustainable growth. In doing so, we make sure our contributions are as far reaching geographically as they are demographically. Starting the convoy with the Omani Association for the Elderly carries significance and pays tribute to senior citizens who are an integral part of our great nation’s renaissance.”

Mazin Mahmood al Raisi, Senior AGM and Head of Marketing and Customer Experience at Bank Sohar delivered the support cheque to the Omani Association for Elderly Friends, Al Dakhiliyah Branch, at the bank’s branch in Bahla. THE Oman Convention & Exhibition Centre (OCEC) is organising the 2nd edition of Layali Ramadhan, one of the most popular Ramadhan events in the country. OCEC aims to bring back the successful elements from the last year’s event along with an additional array of activities in the newly opened convention centre section including the two new ballrooms.

Layali Ramadhan’s key elements include — Iftar Layali, Souq Layali, Food Layali and Sports Layali. The event will take place from May 17-June 6, 2018 at the Oman Convention & Exhibition Centre. Iftar Layali is specifically for corporate bookings with dedicated private spaces for from 20 to 1,000 guests. Five-star catering is provided by OCEC’S catering partner; the Intercontinental Muscat, and a complimentary microphone and screen is provided for each corporate event.

Souq Layali is the place to shop at Ramadhan — a market featuring Omani specialities, clothing, jewellery, accessories, handicrafts, perfumes, souvenirs and collectibles. Souq Layali will be open daily from the 1st to the 20th day of Ramadhan from 11 pm-2 pm and 8 pm-1 am. A new addition to this year’s event is Food Layali, a vibrant food festival in the Concourse. Food Layali will be open to visitors from May 24 – June 7 between 6.30 pm to 1 am.