Zamzam.com to help streamline Al-Birr Society’s operations

Omar Siraj Akbar, CEO of Zamzam.com
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Updated 20 April 2022
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Zamzam.com to help streamline Al-Birr Society’s operations

Zamzam.com, an online portal facilitating Umrah booking services in the region, announced the signing of an MoU with Al-Birr Charitable Society in Makkah. The MoU aims to help develop the information technology unit at the association. It was signed by Omar Siraj Akbar, CEO of Zamzam.com, and Hisham Abderrahman Shilly, vice chairman of Al-Birr Society.

The agreement is part of Zamzam.com’s commitment to the Kingdom’s Vision 2030 goals of supporting society, and within the framework of its corporate social responsibility initiatives.

Al-Birr is the first charity association in Makkah to leverage Zamzam.com’s support in building its infrastructure with the aim of streamlining operations.

Under the MoU, for the next year, an amount from every booking completed on the site will be donated toward Al-Birr in support of several programs that have been developed to serve the community, such as sponsoring orphans, providing financial assistance, developing educational programs, sponsoring kidney dialysis treatments and others.

Akbar, the CEO of Zamzam.com, said: “Inspired by purpose and our core values of integrity, reliability, and transparency, we are honored to partner with Al-Birr Society for this charitable initiative and reiterate our commitment to the Kingdom’s Vision 2030 by developing the operations and facilitating the electronic transformation of all its services. Through this partnership, we are hoping to use technology to serve and give back to the communities in which we operate.”

Shilly, vice chairman of Al-Birr, said: “Al-Birr Charitable Society spares no efforts to undertake voluntary humanitarian initiatives to benefit all segments of society, develop the broad spectrum of its services and create a lasting and dignified impact on the beneficiaries. The signing of the memorandum with Zamzam.com will help us upgrade our technology infrastructure and streamline the services for a more efficient outcome.”

Zamzam.com launched its online portal in September 2021, providing Umrah booking services including Umrah packages, hotels, flights transfers, visa assistance, accommodation, ground arrangements and other services.

Al-Birr Charitable Society in Makkah is the first philanthropic society in the Kingdom. The association serves the poor residing within the boundaries of the holy city, in addition to serving pilgrims to the Grand Mosque.


LuLu marks Founding Day with ‘Made in Saudi’ campaign

Updated 25 February 2026
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LuLu marks Founding Day with ‘Made in Saudi’ campaign

The Ministry of Industry and Mineral Resources honored LuLu Hypermarket in recognition of its pivotal role as the exclusive retail partner of the “Najoud Bikhairna 2026” initiative, commending its continued efforts in supporting and empowering national industries while showcasing the quality and competitiveness of locally manufactured products.

The initiative, led by the ministry in partnership with the Saudi Export Development Authority, represented by the Made in Saudi program, stands as a pioneering model of public-private sector collaboration in activating community-driven initiatives with sustainable impact. Through this program, more than 280,000 Saudi-made products were distributed to 10,000 families across various regions of the Kingdom during the holy month of Ramadan, reinforcing the presence of national products and strengthening the values of social solidarity among individuals and institutions alike.
The ministry’s recognition of LuLu Hypermarket coincided with the official launch of its Saudi Founding Day celebrations at the Dharat Laban branch in Riyadh, marked by the unveiling of a comprehensive promotional campaign dedicated to Saudi-made products. On this occasion, a wide range of special offers was introduced on local products, available across all LuLu Hypermarket branches throughout the Kingdom.
The inauguration ceremony was attended by Mohammed bin Dayel, general supervisor of the Made in Saudi program at the Saudi Export Development Authority, and Mohamed Haris, director of LuLu Saudi Arabia, alongside members of LuLu’s executive management team. The event featured a ribbon-cutting ceremony to officially open the specially designed Founding Day gateway.
Following the inauguration, guests toured several dedicated zones and exhibitions highlighting national products. The tour commenced at the grocery and “Made in Saudi” consumer goods sections, showcasing the diversity and quality of local brands. It also included the “Made in Saudi” dates pavilion, presenting a premium selection of the finest locally sourced dates in celebration of one of the Kingdom’s most iconic national symbols.
The visit continued to the fruits and vegetables section under the theme “From Our Land,” featuring an exceptional assortment of Saudi agricultural products, reflecting the richness and excellence of the local agricultural sector. Guests also explored the LuLu private label corner, which features products exclusively manufactured within the Kingdom for LuLu, reaffirming the company’s commitment to supporting local manufacturing.
The tour concluded with a presentation of “Made in Saudi” products within the chilled and frozen categories, underscoring the rapid growth and qualitative advancement of the Kingdom’s food manufacturing sector, and further reinforcing the strong market position and competitiveness of Saudi products.