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FDH Bank to the rescue!

News   Hazviperi Mbizi   March 1, 2021
PIC: Dr Ngalande presenting the dummy cheque to Dr Chitera
University of Malawi, The Polytechnic has received a K3Million donation from the FDH Bank which is meant for procuring internet accessible gadgets for the needy students.

This donation has come as a response after the Polytechnic launched the Buy a Gadget Campaign on Thursday, February, 25th 2021.

Speaking before presenting a symbolized cheque to the Acting Principal Dr Nancy Chitera, the Managing Director for FDH Bank, Dr Ellias Ngalande explained that they have a policy under its Corporate Social Responsibility flagship “FDH Cares” which is dedicated to creating a sustainable society by supporting various causes in education and health.

“FDH has been supporting and continues to support underprivileged students enrolled in various Universities including 10 at Polytechnic (k45Million), 6 at Chancellor College (K27Million) and the other 10 (K62.5Million) from Malawi University of Science and Technology,” he said.

In her remarks, Dr Nancy Chitera, explained that there are 1500 needy students who need to be assisted with gadgets. She expressed her gratitude to FDH Bank for the donation which she says will assist a good number of students.

Those who wish to make contributions by donating whether gadgets or cash can visit the Principal or the Dean of Students at the Polytechnic, or call 0999 80 80 89.

Monetary contributions can be sent to Airtel Money account; ThePoly, or Mpamba account CODE; 600504 or FDH Bank account number; 104000072357

 


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