stc Bahrain announces plans to financially support students through their education

• Each recipient will receive free 5G service to ensure the use of technology throughout their education

Manama: stc Bahrain, a world-class digital enabler, announces plans to financially support students in Bahrain as part of its corporate social responsibility strategy. The new initiative will provide 18000 BD each for five students. Additionally, free 5G service will be provided to help ensure the use of technology during their education.  The new initiative was announced through a media briefing on Thursday 11^th of November at stc Bahrain head office.  

The five students will be chosen in a one-time raffle draw. The age range to be eligible for this offer are from 16-24 enrolled in any university or school. stc Bahrain will provide financial support to each student directly on monthly basis (BD 375 per month) for 4 years. The program is offered to both stc and non stc customers. Students can only apply through stc mobile application. stc Bahrain will hold an online raffle draw to announce the winners, supervised by the Minister of Commerce, Industry and Tourism.

Education is a priority in Bahrain Vision 2030. It’s paramount to nurture the next generation and help them prosper. Technology is an integral part of education and has transformed how we learn.  At stc Bahrain, our focus is to provide the students with the right platform and opportunities to enhance their critical thinking, and creativity skills while improving engagement and motivation.

Commenting on this new initiative, Eng. Nezar Banabeela – CEO of stc Bahrain said: “We at stc Bahrain, are proud to extend our support to students in a way to help develop, nurture and encourage local talent.  stc Bahrain is proud to foster an active learning environment, exposing our students to digital technology across the Kingdom.”

He further added: “With several student and community-development initiatives developed by stc Bahrain, we will be providing greater support for the next generation as they help us build toward the country’s 2030 Vision.”

Supporting students will empower Bahrain’s future, as they are the future leaders, innovators, and teachers. stc Bahrain, takes great responsibility in nurturing and providing multiple opportunities for the brightest students in order for them to develop, grow and succeed.

For more information, please visit www.stc.com.bh 

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For more information, please contact:
Abdallah Abu Said: 1756 1716, abdallah.abusaid@ogilvy.com
Hind Al Awadhi: 1756 1725, hind.alawadhi@ogilvy.com 

About stc Bahrain

stc Bahrain, a subsidiary of stc Group, is the fastest-growing, most innovative telecommunication operator in Bahrain. Since its inception in 2010, stc Bahrain revolutionized the telecommunications industry in the Kingdom of Bahrain and quickly became a market leader, a position that it kept to this day through investing in next-generation technologies and introducing innovative solutions to the people of Bahrain. In 2018, stc Bahrain disrupted fintech with its stc pay ecosystem of services.

stc Bahrain made many local, regional and global breakthroughs, earning it over 30 awards in just eleven years for being the best, widest and fastest network that connects people with an empowering host of products and services. Its persistent dedication to innovation has positioned it as a driving force in delivering telecommunication, digital and mobile financial services for everyday customers, homes and businesses. Together with a broad spectrum of benefits and customizable offerings that provide utmost control and flexibility in a world of evolving digital needs, stc Bahrain today has not only become the preferred Telecommunications network in Bahrain, but also the most forward-looking fearless disruptor in Telecommunication and Fintech.

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