Pearl Bank has donated water tanks and assorted food items to Islamic University in Uganda (IUIU) in celebration of Ramadan and Women’s month season that are key highlights during this season.
The month of March is worldwide recognized as the women’s month, specifically 8th March, which is internationally celebrated as Women’s Day to recognize the role women play in society at various stages of life.
March, this year, also doubles as the Holy Month of Ramadhan, which will climax on March,20, 2026 with Eid al-Fitr celebrations.
In recognition of these two key calendar events, Pearl Bank, through its Corporate Social Investment (CSI) initiatives pillar of education, extended support of water tanks and assorted food items to the Islamic University in Uganda (IUIU) Daawa Liaison Community Outreach, specifically to IUIU Summayyah and Abu-Mayanja hostels.
“Women play a central role in the family and society, and when we create an environment where they can thrive, like providing access to clean water sustainably, we are not only empowering them but allowing them to grow and prosper. Hence, the bank is pleased to donate two 10,000-liter water tanks to extend access to water," said Pearl Bank Mbale Branch Manager Arafat Zaake.
“Fasting is not only a sacrifice, but it showcases one’s commitment to strengthen their spiritual journey, and we commend all those who have observed this during the holy month. As a bank that fosters prosperity for Ugandans, the communities where we operate are at the center of what we do, thus, this season, we are giving assorted food items so that they can enjoy and share the joy of Eid with their families but also ensure that they have access to clean water.”
The Rector of the Islamic University in Uganda (IUIU), Assoc. Prof. Ismail Simbwa Gyagenda welcomed the donation.
“We thank Pearl Bank for extending this support. It came in at a point where it was needed. I know our students will not only enjoy the Eid token but the water tanks which will ensure that water supply is constant and it can be accessed as and when it is needed."
Pearl Bank has participated in several Corporate Social Investment (CSI) initiatives that are guided by its Scale, Impact, and Sustainability (SIS) agenda, which are centered on six areas: Humanitarian Support, Education & Sports, Social Enterprise, Environment, and Financial Literacy.
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