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Recently, Jazz participated in the UN Women conference, Shaping Tomorrow: Private Sector Engagement for Financing Gender Equality and Women’s Empowerment (#GEWE). Sarwat Salahuddin, Chief Ethics & Diversity Officer, moderated the insightful panel discussion on Leveraging Digital and Financial Inclusion for Enhanced Livelihoods of Women and Girls. Additionally, Rabia Khattak, Head of Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, shared her expertise on bridging the digital divide through technology and #DEI initiatives at Jazz. The event brought together prominent organizations, including SECP, Karandaaz Pakistan, and Pakistan IT Industry Association (P@SHA), among others, to discuss key strategies for empowering women through financial and digital inclusion. The dialogue covered: - Enhancing women’s livelihoods by improving access to finance and equal pay - Promoting women-led entrepreneurship and leveraging procurement to support women-owned enterprises - Bridging the gender digital divide through public-private partnerships and innovative technologies Jazz continues to champion women's leadership and sustainable livelihoods, empowering women through technology, and contributing to gender equality efforts in Pakistan. #JazzForEquality #WomenEmpowerment #DigitalInclusion #GenderEquality

The latest edition of the Jazz Learning Lounge dove into the world of cyber-security! Our in-house experts, Head of Cyber-Security, Governance, and Technology Compliance, Qasim Shafiq, and Stream Head Cyber-Security, Muhammad Akif Ali shared their invaluable insights on cyber threats, Jazz's best practices, and global cyber security frameworks. Sessions like these empower our employees to recognize and mitigate potential threats, enhancing both their personal and professional skillsets. Continuous learning is key to stay ahead in today's digital age!

"Pakistan's journey to sustainable growth hinges on one key factor: integrating the informal economy into the formal sector through digitalization". In his opinion piece published in Dawn, Murtaza Ali, President of JazzCash, highlights how expanding digital financial services and fostering a cashless society can unlock economic potential and empower millions. Read more about the roadmap to a stronger, inclusive economy and the pivotal role of digital payments here: https://lnkd.in/dJbXu8uZ

Jazz, in partnership with the Capital Development Authority (CDA), has kicked off a large-scale tree plantation drive in Islamabad under its nationwide Carbon Sink project. This initiative will see over 33,700 trees—including Kachnar, Arjun, and Plum—planted at various locations like the Margalla Hills, green belts, and Jazz Garden, enhancing the green landscape of the federal capital. The effort is expected to offset over 1,200 tonnes of carbon annually, significantly reducing greenhouse gases. With previous plantation drives in Islamabad and Peshawar, Jazz continues its commitment to achieving net-zero carbon emissions by 2050 and supporting global climate goals. #JazzMeriSuperPower

Just this past month, the Lahore Chapter of UN Women x Jazz Digital & Financial Literacy Trainings concluded. This chapter has targeted approximately 1500 female entrepreneurs and artisans across the Lahore regions of Kasur, Raiwind, Amar Sidhu, Thokar, and Jallo, focusing on leveraging digital tools and technology to enhance business scalability. This Jazz initiative not only seeks to bridge the gender gap in digital and financial literacy but also aims to create a lasting impact on the local economy by nurturing a new generation of tech-savvy, financially literate female entrepreneurs. This collaboration represents a significant step towards addressing systemic in equalities that have historically marginalized women in business. By breaking down these barriers, we are building a more inclusive society where women have the resources and support, they need to succeed, thus fostering true economic empowerment. Participants were introduced to a range of Jazz Tools, including Tamasha, Parho, HerHealth, JazzCash, and MMBL Dost App, which are vital for fostering digital and financial empowerment. Through this training, women learned how to establish and maintain a strong online presence, utilize social media for business growth, and implement secure online transactions. These skills will enable them to navigate the digital economy confidently and expand their market reach. The training was led by master trainers Rabia Khattak and Fatima Shuja along with other trainers from Jazz and JazzCash.

Jazz, Pakistan's leading digital operator, and Mobilink Microfinance Bank Ltd (MMBL), the country’s top digital microfinance bank, are joining forces to revolutionize #financialinclusion and digital literacy across the nation. This strategic partnership is set to empower female entrepreneurs by providing them with essential digital assets, including smartphones equipped with Jazz SIMs, free data, and preloaded apps, enabling seamless access to financial services. Kazim Mujtaba, President Consumer Division, Jazz, stated, "This partnership with Mobilink Bank underscores our commitment to innovation and customer-centric solutions. By drawing on each other's strengths, we are leveraging digital technology to not only enhance customer communication but also advance women’s empowerment through digital inclusion and entrepreneurship." Together, we're not just building a more digitally inclusive #Pakistan; we're fostering a future where every woman can thrive in the #digitaleconomy.

At the Environment, Social, and Governance (ESG) Workshop hosted by OICCI (Overseas Investors Chamber of Commerce and Industry), Chief People Officer, Jazz, Tazeen Shahid shared that there is a vital link between climate change and human capital, emphasizing the need for sustainable practices to ensure a resilient workforce. Tazeen highlighted Jazz's commitment to leading by example, from transitioning to solar-powered towers, reducing its SIM size to cut plastic waste (an industry-first effort), and engaging employees in activities such as tree plantations to foster a sense of ownership and responsibility that extends beyond the workplace. As part of our pledge with GSMA, Jazz is dedicated to becoming a net-zero carbon emitter by 2050—demonstrating our unwavering commitment to a sustainable future for generations to come.

Jazz recently hosted an insightful and productive session with the Special Technology Zones Authority - STZA, marking a significant step towards a long-term partnership aimed at building a digitally empowered #Pakistan. This session underscored our mutual commitment to fostering innovation and enhancing Pakistan's technology ecosystem, with both organizations eager to collaborate on initiatives that will drive the nation’s digital transformation. Saima Kamila Khan, Chief Legal Officer at Jazz, highlighted the importance of collaboration in achieving meaningful change, particularly as Jazz transitions to the ServiceCo model. She praised STZA’s pivotal role in shaping Pakistan’s digital landscape, boosting the economy through technology-driven initiatives, and promoting exports, entrepreneurship, job creation, and innovation. Iqra Musaddaq, Chief Legal Officer at STZA, expressed appreciation for the session and the inspiring interactions with the Jazz team across various departments. She affirmed STZA's eagerness to establish a lasting partnership with Jazz, leveraging their combined strengths to elevate Pakistan’s technology ecosystem. Also representing STZA at the session were Hamza Saeed Orakzai, Chief Market Development Officer, and Dr. Mohammad Ali Mohammad, Director Research & Licensing Operations. Together, we aim to drive innovation and position Pakistan as a leader in the global digital arena.

For the first time, Pakistan’s largest homegrown digital entertainment platform, Tamasha, is set to stream a sporting event internationally. Cricket fans in India, Sub-Saharan Africa, and Pakistan will be able to enjoy a world-class digital experience as Tamasha broadcasts the highly anticipated Pakistan vs. Bangladesh Test Series. As the leading platform for sports streaming in Pakistan, Tamasha is now broadening its horizons, bringing the excitement and intensity of live cricket to a global audience. This milestone aligns with Jazz’s recent strategic shift towards becoming a service co, further demonstrating its commitment to expanding digital services and enriching customer experiences on a global scale.