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Coutesy of Daily Observer :
http://observer.gm/africa/gambia/article/muslim-phone-launched-in-urr
Muslim Phone launched in URR
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Thursday, 14 January 2010
*QCell, the countrys newest GSM Operator, on Friday launched its
latest product called the Muslim Phone in Basse, at a ceremony held at
the Basse Central Mosque in Upper River Region.*
Speaking at the launching ceremony, Alhaji Omar Khan, the governor of
Upper River Region (URR), said that the availability of the Muslim
Phones in Basse by QCell is a very relevant development for the people,
especially the Muslims. He pointed out that the people of URR are very
appreciative and will unite to support the initiative. He thanked QCell
for its support to Islam. The governor also thanked Muhammed Jah, the
proprietor of QCell Company for the development.
Speaking earlier, Lamin Yafa, the commercial manager of QCell, said his
company has deemed it necessary to initially launch this initiative in
Banjul and Basse, as they believe that Basse is another important area
in the country. According to him, the initiative is the first of its
kind in Africa. He disclosed that QCell is even subsidising the Phone as
it is supposed to cost D1500 instead of D750. Explaining the importance
of the phone, Yafa said it has the capability to remind one of prayer
times by calling AZAAN. For his part, Omar Sampo Ceesay, the chairman
of Basse Area Council, stated that QCell is a Gambian-owned GSM company.
He therefore expressed delight and appreciation to Q-Cell for bringing
the phone closer to them. The Chief of Fulladu East, Hammeh Minteh
Kurubally, told the gathering that QCell met other GSM companies already
operating in the country, but has done something that is exceptional. He
attributed this development to the support of The Gambia government. He
finally urged the people of Basse to buy QCell Phones.
Author: *by Bekai Njie in Basse, URR*
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