In a move to safeguard delivery captains during the UAE’s scorching summer months, the MAJRA National CSR Fund has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Careem to boost its annual summer support initiatives across four emirates.
The agreement, formalized in the presence of Abdullah bin Touq Al Marri, Minister of Economy and Chairman of MAJRA’s Board of Trustees, aims to enhance conditions for more than 60,000 delivery riders in Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, and Ras Al Khaimah.
This year’s campaign will see a significant expansion in services, including mobile, air-conditioned rest stations and sustainable, solar-powered cooling hubs. These stops will provide free Wi-Fi, drinking water, and refreshments at high-traffic delivery zones.
Careem CEO and co-founder Mudassir Sheikha emphasized the importance of the initiative, calling it “tangible, on-the-ground support” designed to help captains work more safely and comfortably in extreme heat.
In addition to rest areas, Careem is distributing “Captain Kits” containing towels, water bottles, and hydration supplements. Through a partnership with the Pakistan Association Dubai, delivery captains will also receive free health screenings throughout the summer.
MAJRA CEO Sarah Shaw said the initiative aligns with the UAE’s “Year of Community,” reinforcing MAJRA’s commitment to supporting on-the-ground projects that promote welfare and resilience among frontline workers.
News Source: Emirates News Agency
