Al-Jabr, King Saud University to distribute 300,000 iftar meals

About 300,000 iftar meals will be distributed to the needy this Ramadan.
Updated 09 June 2017
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Al-Jabr, King Saud University to distribute 300,000 iftar meals

Al-Jabr Automotive Company, dealer of KIA Motors in Saudi Arabia, in coordination with King Saud University’s Social Responsibility Club is distributing 300,000 iftar meals to the needy this Ramadan.
The charity program covers Riyadh, Jeddah and Dammam and reaffirms Al-Jabr Automotive’s leading role in social responsibility activities.
Mohammed bin Ibrahim Al-Jabr, director general of sales, said: “The renewed cooperation between the company and the Social Responsibility Club of King Saud University to provide Ramadan meals is a recognition of the excellence of the university and its employees in the past years in implementing the program in a professional manner.”
He said 300,000 meals will be distributed Ramadan.
“It is a large number, however, by the grace of God as well as the efforts of our brothers in the Social Responsibility Club of King Saud University and due to our past experience, we are well prepared,” Al-Jabr added.
He said the program is carried out every year due to the positive results it has yielded in the past few years and that it is in line with other initiatives undertaken by the company for the benefit of the different sections of society.


LuLu expands specialty coffee footprint in KSA with Sulalat

Updated 24 January 2026
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LuLu expands specialty coffee footprint in KSA with Sulalat

LuLu Group has signed a landmark MoU with Sulalat Coffee during the 5th edition of World of Coffee Dubai trade show. This exclusive retail partnership is designed to enhance the specialty coffee offerings across LuLu Hypermarkets in Saudi Arabia, meeting the growing demand for premium coffee experiences within the region.
The agreement was signed by Mohamed Haris, director, Saudi Arabia, LuLu Group, and Abdulelah Al-Murqi, marketing director, Sulalat Coffee. Through this collaboration, LuLu Group will provide a dedicated platform for Sulalat’s specialty-grade beans, which are globally sourced and roasted in Riyadh. This initiative ensures that world-class coffee quality, previously reserved for niche aficionados, is now readily accessible to coffee lovers throughout the Kingdom.
By partnering with Sulalat Coffee, LuLu Group is integrating artisanal expertise with large-scale retail excellence. Sulalat has been a pioneer in the specialty coffee movement in the region, and this partnership allows LuLu to showcase unique varieties and professional-grade roasting. The collaboration reflects a shared vision to celebrate the thriving local coffee culture and deliver an unparalleled selection of premium products to everyday consumers.
In alignment with Saudi Vision 2030, this partnership reinforces LuLu Group’s commitment to empowering homegrown brands and fostering economic diversification within the Kingdom. By providing a global stage for local excellence at events like World of Coffee Dubai, LuLu continues to support the growth of a vibrant private sector and a sustainable retail ecosystem.
As the premier platform for the industry, World of Coffee Dubai 2026 highlights the rapid growth and innovation within the regional coffee scene. With the event attracting more than 17,000 visitors and hundreds of global exhibitors, it provides a vital stage for industry leaders to connect.