UAE: Over Dh83 million raised at Most Noble Number online charity auction in Abu Dhabi
Proceeds of the online auction, which kicked off on Tuesday March 11 and closed on Tuesday, March 18, will go towards supporting the Fathers' Endowment campaign and its aims of improving healthcare across underserved communities. This includes developing hospitals, providing essential medical equipment and medications, expanding capacity, and upgrading operating rooms.
Launched by Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, the campaign honours fathers in the UAE by establishing a sustainable endowment fund to provide healthcare and treatment for the less fortunate.
An initiative of Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Global Initiatives (MBRGI), the Fathers' Endowment campaign honours fathers by allowing individuals to donate in their name, promoting the noble values of honouring parents, compassion and solidarity. It helps strengthen the UAE's position as a leader in charitable and humanitarian work, while promoting the concept of endowments.
The Most Noble Number online charity auction featured 444 special plate numbers, including regular vehicle plate numbers 10 (plate code 20) and 99 (plate code 2) as well as motorcycle plate numbers including 5 (plate code 1). The auction will also feature an exclusive set of classic car plate numbers.
In Dubai on Saturday, March 15, the number plate DD5 was sold for a staggering Dh35 million at the 'Most Noble Number' auction. Starting at a base price of Dh15 million, the plate saw more than 20 people bidding on it until it was scooped up by Muhammad BinGhatti, chairman of Binghatti Holding, with his bid panel number 7.
Donation channels
Parallel to the Most Noble Number charity auctions, the Fathers' Endowment campaign continues to welcome donations and contributions to the endowment fund from institutions and individuals across six main channels including the campaign's website (Fathersfund.ae), as well as a dedicated call center via the toll-free number (800 4999). Donations are also possible via bank transfers in the UAE dirham to the campaign bank account number with Emirates Islamic Bank (IBAN: AE020340003518492868201). Donations via SMS are possible by sending the word 'Father' to the following numbers (1034 to donate Dh10, 1035 to donate Dh50, 1036 to donate Dh100 and 1038 to donate Dh500) for Etisalat by e& and du users. Other possible platforms for donating to the campaign are the DubaiNow app by clicking the 'Donations' tab, and Dubai's community contributions platform Jood (Jood.ae).
Hashtags
Try Our AI Features
Explore what Daily8 AI can do for you:
Comments
No comments yet...
Related Articles
Al Etihad
4 hours ago
- Al Etihad
MoF launches 2027–2029 budget cycle with flexible vision focused on sustainability, efficiency, artificial intelligence
16 July 2025 17:12 DUBAI (ALETIHAD)The Ministry of Finance has launched the federal general budget cycle for the 2027–2029 period, marking a new step in the continuous development of the government's financial move aims to enhance fiscal sustainability and aligns with the wise leadership's vision for a more flexible and innovative new cycle reflects the evolution of the general budget from a yearly planning tool into a strategic instrument that empowers federal entities to achieve their objectives efficiently and launch coincided with the unveiling of the federal government's new strategic planning cycle, 'Towards Achieving We the UAE 2031', by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of announcement reflects the government's commitment to integrating efforts and enhancing coordination to achieve the nation's future goals.H.H. Sheikh Maktoum bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, First Deputy Ruler of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister, and Minister of Finance, stressed that the 2027–2029 federal budget cycle will play a key role in the development of the UAE's public financial system and is part of a government approach driven by proactivity, flexibility, and policy noted that the Ministry of Finance is committed to redefining the role of the budget from a traditional resource allocation framework to a strategic enabler for mega national objectives. These include strengthening global competitiveness, accelerating digital transformation, and reinforcing the UAE's position as a leading international financial hub.'Achieving the ambitions of the UAE Centennial 2071 requires a financial system that is agile and future-focused, a system that can respond to global shifts and direct government spending toward high-impact opportunities,' H.H. Sheikh Maktoum bin Mohammed said.'To that end, the MoF is investing in smart tools and advanced analytical models that ensure financial efficiency, optimise impact, and enable data-driven decision-making aligned with the nation's developmental, economic, and social goals. Our vision is to transform the federal budget into a future-ready instrument that drives sustainable growth and elevates the quality of government services to new heights,' he added. Ambitious national prioritiesThe newly launched budget cycle follows four consecutive strategic cycles during which the total federal budget reached approximately AED900 billion, aligned with ambitious national priorities. Over this period, the Ministry laid strong foundations for sound financial governance by enhancing legislative and regulatory frameworks, expanding international partnerships, and developing advanced digital financial also maintained stable public debt levels, which stood at just AED62.1 billion as of June 2025, and increased federal government assets to around AED464.4 billion by the end of 2024, underscoring the UAE's solid financial new budget cycle focuses on sectors that directly impact the lives of citizens and residents, including education, healthcare, social welfare, and core government services. It reflects a renewed vision to empower federal entities to deliver high-quality, efficient, and flexible in these vital areas is key to stimulating sustainable national development and achieving the long-term objectives of the UAE Centennial 2071. The new cycle also aligns with evolving societal aspirations by allocating resources for maximum developmental, social, and economic impact, supported by digital tools and artificial intelligence to improve planning accuracy, execution speed, and service quality. Improving institutional efficiency Meanwhile, Mohamed bin Hadi Al Hussaini, Minister of State for Financial Affairs, emphasised that the 2027–2029 budget cycle builds on a solid foundation of fiscal accomplishments and reflects a forward-looking vision focused on empowering government entities and aligning strategy with performance noted that the cycle integrates artificial intelligence as a key enabler of sustainable development and aims to transform the federal budget from a traditional financial tool into a flexible, strategic instrument that enhances operational efficiency, improves government performance, and supports the objectives of the UAE Centennial Hussaini added, 'The Ministry's transformation over recent years extends beyond legislative and digital reforms to include a complete redesign of the budgeting experience. The number of budget preparation steps was reduced from 50 to just 10, and procurement cycles were shortened from 60 days to under six minutes, a leap forward in institutional efficiency and performance the Ministry of Finance is no longer merely a supervisory authority but a key enabler, driving the readiness of federal entities and empowering them to fulfil their mandates effectively and innovatively within an integrated digital framework that prioritises customer satisfaction and service quality.'The new federal budget cycle for 2027–2029 represents a significant leap towards smart financial management, underpinned by modern tools and proactive on the pillars of performance-based planning and results-driven execution, this model harnesses artificial intelligence to strengthen decision-making and maximise the accuracy of resource financial planning goes beyond numerical forecasting; it is a smart system capable of generating predictive scenarios. From accelerating service delivery to streamlining operations and providing entities with access to unified, high-accuracy data, the system represents a major step forward, significantly improving the speed and quality of financial decision-making. Through this approach, the federal budget is redefined as a strategic enabler, driving operational efficiency, reinforcing financial sustainability, and solidifying the UAE's global standing as a model for advanced public financial management.
Hi Dubai
5 hours ago
- Hi Dubai
Sheikh Mohammed Issues New Law Amending Dubai's Conciliation Framework for Dispute Resolution
His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, has issued Law No. (9) of 2025, amending key provisions of Law No. (18) of 2021 that regulates conciliation procedures for resolving disputes within the emirate. The amendment replaces ten articles of the original law and aims to modernise Dubai's legal system while promoting efficient, accessible, and amicable dispute resolution methods. Under Article 5, the revised law outlines which disputes qualify for mandatory conciliation. These include disputes referred by the President of Dubai Courts, personal status cases, those voluntarily agreed upon by both parties, and cases directed by the courts to the Centre for Amicable Settlement of Disputes (CASD). However, the article also exempts certain cases—such as interim orders, inheritance disputes (with limited court discretion), and cases involving marriage or divorce verification—from the conciliation process. Article 6 governs procedures before the CASD and Family Guidance and Reconciliation Committee. Conciliators, supervised by a competent judge, handle disputes submitted via Dubai Courts' electronic platform. For personal status matters, the Family Guidance and Reconciliation Committee remains the responsible entity, operating under current resolutions until new rules are issued. Both bodies are now authorised to consult external experts when technical opinions are necessary. If conciliation succeeds, a Conciliation Agreement is signed, approved by the Conciliator, and gains the legal status of an executory document. Under Article 27, challenges to the agreement are permitted only on the grounds of fraud or deception and must be submitted within five business days of approval. The court's decision on such challenges is final. The amended law also clarifies case registration protocols (Article 8), defines the Chief Justice's duties (Article 9), and outlines associated fees and documentation rules (Articles 23, 24, 28, and 30). It takes effect upon publication in the Official Gazette. News Source: Dubai Media Office
Gulf Today
2 days ago
- Gulf Today
DJI publishes annual report, highlights key achievements
The Dubai Judicial Institute (DJI) has issued its annual report for 2024, reaffirming its unwavering commitment to empowering the judicial workforce and enhancing its capabilities. The report highlights a series of exceptional achievements that underscore the Institute's pivotal role in advancing judicial and legal competencies. These efforts reflect the vision and directives of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, and the guidance of Sheikh Maktoum Bin Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, First Deputy Ruler of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Finance, and Chairman of the Dubai Judicial Council. The ultimate objective of all such efforts exerted by the DJI is to strengthen the efficiency of the judicial system, promote upskilling, and implement global best practices to deliver swift, efficient, and accessible justice. According to the report, 2024 marked a qualitative leap in the DJI's wide-ranging programme, with its sustained efforts culminating in remarkable achievements while reinforcing its commitment to the highest standards of quality and excellence. One of the most notable of these achievements is the institutional accreditation it received from the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research. Recognising the Institute's leadership in elevating the quality of its programmes in terms of innovative content and delivery through its smart digital platforms serving the Arab judicial community, it was honoured by the Arab Center for Legal and Judicial Research operating under the auspices of the League of Arab States with the 'Arab Judicial Training Excellence Shield' Award for 2024. The report highlighted the launch of the Dubai Judicial Training Platform, which is designed as an integrated digital gateway for the diverse training programmes offered by the Institute. The platform enables trainees to manage self-learning content and maximise the benefits of training anytime and anywhere. The report spotlighted the implementation of 131 training programmes benefiting 7,337 individuals who aggregated 2,066 training hours through the courses. A total of 986 local and international entities from across the public and private sectors benefited from the programmes. Underscoring this aspect, and exemplifying its efforts to promote innovation, the DJI launched the 'Virtual Crime Scene in the Metaverse' programme, representing a qualitative leap in practical and applied training for members of the Public Prosecution in Dubai. The initiative aims to enhance skills amongst members of the Public Prosecution in conducting inspections in criminal cases and handling evidence at the crime scene within a safe, interactive virtual environment that simulates reality. The DJI also earned two ISO certifications – ISO 22301:2019 for Business Continuity Management Systems and ISO 9001:2015 for Quality Management Systems – following comprehensive audits that validated its adoption of best institutional practices in preparing and qualifying national talent to work in the judiciary while showcasing high levels of efficiency and competence, promoting and disseminating scientific research, and enhancing legal awareness within the community. In addition, the Institute launched the second edition of the 'Future Research' competition, building on the success of its first edition and reaffirming its commitment to fostering innovation in legal thought and encouraging legal researchers to share new perspectives in line with the changing global media landscape. Driven by its strategic vision and belief in the importance of institutional collaboration and expanding the scope of local, regional, and international partnerships, the Dubai Judicial Institute in 2024 strengthened its institutional partnerships. Teaming up with leading judicial, legal, and academic entities locally and internationally, the DJI has achieved significant success in promoting knowledge exchange and the sharing of best practices. Through such partnerships, the DJI seeks to develop training and qualification standards, promote sector-specific research, and support its vision of leadership in offering judicial and legal training, thereby contributing to the advancement of the judicial system at both the national and international levels. WAM
