Vodafone Fiji yesterday presented a cheque of $14,372 to the Fiji Cancer Society to assist in their awareness campaign against risk and early detection symptoms of cancer.

A total of $7,186 was contributed by the public through a joint Vodafone and Fiji TV text promotion.  Vodafone matched every dollar raised during the promotion to double the amount to $14,372.  The winner of the promotion gets a chance to be part of the cast in one of the episodes of the popular TV sitcom - Shortland Street.

In accepting the cheque, the spokesperson of the Fiji Cancer Society Ms Sangeeta Maharaj acknowledged Vodafone’s contribution to the society.  “We are extremely grateful to Vodafone for its generosity and support to the Fiji Cancer Society.” The funds raised will go a long way in assisting us with our awareness campaign to the wider community.”

“The Fiji Cancer Society is doing a wonderful job in creating awareness on risks associated with cancer in Fiji.  In the absence of any known cure for cancer, early detection is the only relief victims have against a life-threatening disease. We are ready to support such worthy initiatives under the company’s passion for the community programs,” said Ms. Senaratne the Chief Marketing Officer of Vodafone Fiji Limited.

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About Vodafone Fiji
Vodafone Fiji Limited is part of Vodafone Group Plc, a leading mobile communications company with over 200 million proportionate customers worldwide. Vodafone Fiji which is a partnership with Telecom Fiji provides mobile telecommunications services to 300,000 Fiji customers. The global company has equity interests in 26 countries and partner networks in a further 33 countries, the largest global footprint.