…”Our workers, our neighbors, and the families around our plantations are the foundation of everything we do,” says Mr. Jeety.
Jeety Rubber and its subsidiary, Salala Rubber Corporation (SRC), have provided food supplies and cash assistance to numerous mosques in Margibi and Bong Counties as part of their annual Ramadan outreach to Muslim communities. The March 18 initiative included donations of rice, vegetable oil, noodles, and canned sardines, along with cash contributions ranging from LD20,000 to LD50,000 for each mosque.
In Margibi County, fifteen mosques benefited from the exercise, including Mandingo Quarter, Lango Town, Vai Town, Madina, Konola, Weala, and Barclay Farm mosques. Others were Borlola, Mowea Town, Wowawa Town, Perkins Town, Yarnwullie Town, Dawoo Town, Peter Town, and Wohm mosques.In Bong County, recipients included Tumutu, Kpakoloquiata, and Coneh’s Farm mosques.
Businessman Upjit Singh Sachdeva, widely known as Mr. Jeety, described the donations as part of a longstanding annual tradition reflecting the companies’ commitment to Muslim communities in the two counties. “Ramadan is a time of reflection, compassion, and giving. We see it as our responsibility—not only as a business but as members of these communities—to stand with our Muslim brothers and sisters during this holy month,” he said.
He noted that the initiative has expanded over the years, reaching more communities and strengthening ties between the companies and local residents. “Our workers, our neighbors, and the families around our plantations are the foundation of everything we do. Supporting them during Ramadan is one way we honor that relationship,” he added.
Imams from the beneficiary mosques expressed appreciation for what they described as consistent and meaningful support. They noted that the donated food items would be used for Iftar, the evening meal to break the fast, helping ease the financial burden on families during Ramadan.Ramadan, the ninth month of the Islamic calendar, is observed by Muslims worldwide through fasting, prayer, and charity.
In Liberia, community donations during this period have become a common and visible practice. The fast is expected to end on Friday, March 20, with the celebration of Eid al-Fitr, marked by prayers, communal meals, and festivities.Jeety Rubber and SRC, operators of major rubber concessions in Liberia, have long maintained strong ties with communities in Margibi and Bong Counties. Their workforce and supply networks are deeply rooted in these areas.
Beyond Ramadan donations, the companies continue to invest in community development initiatives, particularly in Cinta District and surrounding areas. These include the construction of nine deep-bore wells in Weala serving over 6,000 people, expansion of a 50-bed clinic to include operating theaters and an eye unit, and a $10,000 annual scholarship program.Additional efforts include a daily feeding program, donation of a fully equipped ambulance, regular eye-care outreach, sponsorship of advanced medical treatments, and support for the Margibi County sports team.
