Digicel

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This award reaffirms Digicel’s unwavering commitment to delivering unmatched network speed and world-class connectivity experiences to its valued customers across the Pacific region.

The Speedtest Award™ is a highly esteemed acknowledgement in the telecommunications industry, benchmarking and celebrating the providers who excel in delivering the fastest data speeds and reliable network performance.

As part of this initiative, Digicel Nauru, one of the companies under Telstra, has organized various activities to support the local community.

Digicel Nauru also presented a dividend fund of $2,341,442.94 to the Minister for Telecommunication, Honourable Pyon Deiye M.P.

On June 9th, Digicel Nauru invited the Department of People Living with Disability (PLD) to the Centennial Hall to receive seven wheelchairs and other mobility aids valued at $30,000.

The event will take place in Niue from 10–12 April.

Digicel Nauru recognises the importance of supporting local sports teams and promoting a healthy lifestyle. This sponsorship is a testament to the company’s commitment to the community and its passion for supporting the development of sports in Nauru.

Digicel Nauru CEO, Christopher Manaog, said; “We are delighted to be able to support the Nauru Powerlifting team in their quest to represent Nauru at the Oceania Regional Championships.”

The Nauru Cycling Club has confirmed to host another round of the competition in September and is inviting everyone to join and take part in an extravagant fun race with families and friends and win cash prizes sponsored again by Digicel.

President of Nauru Cycling Club Darren Howard officially launched the event alongside Digicel CEO Christopher Manaog and later declared registration open for interested riders.

Digicel as a proud sponsor of the family event will also celebrate their birthday in September on the 9th.

Telstra will continue to invest in and operate the business across its six South Pacific markets – Papua New Guinea, Fiji, Nauru, Samoa, Tonga and Vanuatu.

Oliver Camplin-Warner, Telstra International CEO, said the deal was an exciting milestone for the Digicel Pacific business and its customers in Papua New Guinea.

Digicel Nauru CEO, Christopher Manaog, said; “We want our customers to stay connected with their friends and family. So, at this time we want to do all that we can to help. Providing our Digicel family with free calls daily for 100 minutes means that they have one less thing to worry about and focus on their livelihood and reconnecting with loved ones.”

Digicel customers will be able to call their loved ones every day for free till Sunday, July 10th.

Using a Free Space Optical Communication (FSOC) link for the first time, Digicel will deliver high-speed internet to remote regions using equipment that’s easy to transport and install, even at sites located around forests or near large bodies of water.

The sponsorship will see Miss Nauru receive $2,000 cash plus 50GB monthly for 12 months’ worth $2,500 while the Miss People’s choice will get $500 cash from Digicel.

Digicel Nauru CEO, Christopher Manaog, said; “We are delighted to partner with the Miss Nauru pageant committee to support this event.  The theme for the pageant mirrors our vision at Digicel: empowering women in leadership. I’m proud to say that 75% of Digicel staff in Nauru are women.”

The one-year deal signed today is a substantial investment and includes the naming rights of the elite competition - AFL Nauru Men’s District Competition.

Digicel Nauru CEO, Christopher Manaog, said; “We are elated to continue our partnership with AFL Nauru. AFL is the most loved sport in the country and we are happy to throw our support behind this popular event. We are looking forward to another successful season this year after two exciting tournaments over the last two years.”

Digicel Samoa was designated Fastest Mobile Network and Fastest Internet Provider while Digicel Tonga got the Best Mobile Coverage Ookla Awards, making it the go-to place for a superior data experience.

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