09 May 2024

UNIFI MOBILE OFFERS 30K FREE SIM CARDS FOR MALAYSIAN PILGRIMS FULFILLING THEIR HAJJ

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KUALA LUMPUR, 9 MAY 2024 – Unifi Mobile is offering free prepaid SIM cards to 30,000 pilgrims as well as Tabung Haji staff and volunteers for the 2024 Hajj season. This initiative is part of the Sahabat Korporat TH 2024 programme, through which TM supports Tabung Haji via connectivity and digital value-added services for pilgrims fulfilling their spiritual obligations. 


Through this programme, those performing the Hajj in 2024 are eligible to receive the Unifi Mobile SIM card as part of its Middle East Pass offering. These cards will be made available during the various Hajj courses organised by Tabung Haji and at Unifi Stores nationwide, prior to the Hajj season.


Jasmine Lee, Unifi’s Chief Commercial Officer, Consumer, said, “TM has supported Tabung Haji for more than 29 years since 1995, providing services and other benefits as part of the Sahabat Korporat TH programme. As the nation’s leading convergence champion, this initiative aligns with our overall commitment to enriching lives and communities through technology, ensuring seamless and affordable connectivity for our Hajj pilgrims while they are abroad.”


“Providing one of the most affordable prepaid plans in the market, we are offering unlimited data passes that can be utilized by pilgrims throughout the duration of their visit to Saudi Arabia,” she added.


Unifi Mobile’s customised Middle East Pass offering will include various unlimited data plans for customers to choose from to suit their connectivity needs while performing Hajj, ranging from 1-day passes priced at RM15 to 45-day passes* priced at RM125. 


Customers observing the Hajj can visit https://unifi.com.my/mobile/roaming for more information. 

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22 Mar 2024

YAYASAN TM’s ‘PROGRAM CAHAYA RAMADAN’ CONTINUES TO BRING JOY TO THE LESS FORTUNATE COMMUNITIES

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KUALA LUMPUR, 22 March 2024 – TM, through its social foundation arm, Yayasan TM (YTM),

announces the continuation of its ‘Program Cahaya Ramadan’. This year, the programme

allocates RM320,000 to aid approximately 3,000 beneficiaries across Malaysia, including asnaf,

orphans, B40 families, single mothers, Persons with Disabilities (PWD), tahfiz students, and the

Orang Asli community.

 

The initiative, mobilised through our state offices nationwide, focuses on distributing food

baskets and raya essential items such as baju raya and duit raya (cash) to the identified

beneficiaries during Ramadan.

 

Ainol Shaharina Sahar, Director of Yayasan TM said, “It is our honour to once again initiate the

‘Program Cahaya Ramadan’, extending our hand in solidarity to those in need during this

reflective and benevolent time of year. Our goal is to alleviate the hardships of our beneficiaries,

ensuring they too can share in the joy and togetherness that Ramadan brings. We aim to foster

a sense of community and hope, particularly among children, as they observe the sacred month

and look forward to Eid ul-Fitr celebrations.”

 

In addition to these efforts, YTM is launching the ‘Dana Kasih Yayasan TM’ fundraising

campaign, aiming to raise RM30,000 to specifically assist Orang Asli families in Pos Kuala Mu,

Sungai Siput, Perak. This campaign focuses on gathering funds to provide these families with

essential food supplies for Ramadan, aiming to ensure they have the resources needed for a

fulfilling festive period. The public is encouraged to support this noble cause by making donations

through YTM’s bank account at 14180010000426 (Bank Islam). For further details, please visit

YTM’s social media channels.

 

In 2023, YTM’s ‘Program Cahaya Ramadan’ has benefitted more than 3,000 beneficiaries

through over 20 programmes across the country. YTM collaborated with Pejabat Ahli Parlimen

Lembah Pantai to organise the programme which was attended by its Member of Parliament,

YB Fahmi Fadzil.

 

As the programme continues to grow and reach more communities, YTM remains dedicated to

nurturing hope, fostering solidarity, and creating lasting impacts in the lives of the underserved,

reinforcing its goal of a more inclusive and supportive society.

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14 Mar 2024

TM GLOBAL BAGS A DOUBLE WIN AT THE ASIAN TELECOM AWARDS 2024

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KUALA LUMPUR, 5 March 2024 – TM Global, the domestic and international wholesale
business arm of TM, clinched top honours in two prestigious categories: Telecom Company of
the Year – Malaysia, and the Wholesale Company Initiative of the Year – Malaysia, at the Asian
Telecom Awards held in Singapore. This marks the second consecutive year TM Global has
received these accolades, solidifying its position as a leader in shaping the telecommunications
landscape within Malaysia and across Asia.


Khairul Liza Ibrahim, Executive Vice President of TM Global, said, "The awards underscore TM
Global’s efforts as a catalyst of digital adoption across industries and the nation’s 5G ecosystem.
Internationally, we serve as the gateway for businesses seeking to expand into ASEAN and vice
versa. TM Global plays a pivotal role in advancing AI implementation and platform-play services
and remains committed to driving innovation and bringing connectivity and digitalisation to all
corners of the country."


She further emphasised TM Global's transition from a traditional telco wholesaler to a digital
enabler, "Our strategic shift up the value chain has enabled us to deliver a versatile edge
ecosystem, empowering the next wave of technologies and applications. This recognition is a
reaffirmation of our work in pioneering digital solutions to transcend borders and driving
connectivity across the region."


TM Global’s initiatives continue to help narrow the digital divide and nurture digital opportunities
through the expansion of high-capacity connectivity infrastructure nationwide and the deployment
of two additional International Internet Gateways in East Malaysia. Internationally, TM Global
continued to bolster its connectivity strength, facilitate content distribution through TM Edge, and
expand its platform services to connect service providers worldwide with the vibrant ASEAN
market.


The Asian Telecom Awards, hosted by the Asian Telecom magazine, a publication of the global
Charlton Media Group, honours businesses and initiatives that are not only driving progress in
the telecom industry, but have also ignited transformative shifts that have reshaped the digital
landscape. These recognitions are a testament to TM Global’s ability to support regional and
international service providers through comprehensive digital infrastructure solutions, providing a
seamless gateway for their expansion into the region.

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14 Mar 2024

TM REVOLUTIONISES DIGITAL HEALTHCARE SERVICES WITH NEXT GEN E-PHARMACY SOLUTION

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CYBERJAYA, 14 MARCH 2024 – TM via its Unifi Business segment, today unveiled its latest digital business offering called the e-Pharmacy Solution, a mobile application that enables e-prescriptions via teleconsultation for pharmacists and their walk-in patients.

Bundled with Unifi Business’ fixed broadband plans from 100Mbps up to 2Gbps, this offering in collaboration with Teleme Technologies, Malaysia’s leading telemedicine platform, includes access to over 500 licensed healthcare professionals for teleconsultation, e-prescriptions, customised Digital Signature, e-health articles and a repository for patients’ medical records.

Harnessing TM’s networks and its approximately 600 nationwide Unifi Business consultants, the offering aims to help pharmacists dispense essential medications and pharmaceutical services, especially among rural and underserved communities. Through e-prescriptions, these communities will be able to access prescribed medications seamlessly, enhancing adherence and improving health outcomes.

Launched by Minister of Communications YB Fahmi Fadzil, TM’s e-Pharmacy Solution aligns with the collaboration between the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) and Malaysian Pharmacists Society (MPS) during the Persidangan PEDi MADANI, to accelerate the digitalisation of healthcare services, and bridge the urban-rural gap in equitable access to quality healthcare.

This offering is also eligible for the Government’s Geran Digital PMKS Madani (GDPM), ensuring pharmacists from the micro, small and medium enterprise segment (MSME) receive the support they need to embrace digitalisation and enable a more inclusive healthcare system for all Malaysians.

Amar Huzaimi Md Deris, TM’s Group CEO said, “TM is pleased to introduce its e-Pharmacy Solution which empowers pharmacists to provide quality healthcare services and medications to walk-in patients through teleconsultations and access to licensed medical professionals. By integrating connectivity and technologies into patient care, our e-Pharmacy Solution aims to support healthcare professionals and the Government in providing efficient and beneficial services for all Malaysians, especially among communities where healthcare access remains a challenge.

“This new offering also reflects TM’s continuous efforts towards becoming a Digital Powerhouse by 2030, leading industry growth through digitalisation and sustainability, and strengthening our digital ecosystem to benefit communities and businesses,” Amar explained.

Key Features of Unifi Business’ e-Pharmacy Solution

  • Streamlined Prescription Processing: Walk-in patients receive e-prescriptions from teleconsultations with licensed medical professionals, which allows pharmacists to dispense the necessary medicines to these patients.
  • Improved Patient Experience: Patients benefit from flexible access to essential prescribed medications, leading to better adherence and health outcomes, which is especially important among underserved or rural communities.
  • Enhanced Medication Management: The application offers robust medication management tools, allowing pharmacists to monitor their inventory and send reminders to patients for medication refills.
  • Secure Patient Management: The application prioritises patient privacy and data security, leveraging secure cloud infrastructure.
  • Eligibility for Geran Digital PMKS Madani (GDPM): Eligible pharmacies will be entitled to claim Grant rebates up to 50% discounts off Unifi Business’ commercial package price for 12 months.

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06 Mar 2024

UNIFI REDEFINES MOBILE PREPAID EXPERIENCE WITH ALL-NEW UNI5G WOW PLANS

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KUALA LUMPUR, 6 MARCH 2024 – Unifi Mobile today announced its newest UNI5G WOW Prepaid offering with unlimited 5G + 4G data, uncapped 5G speed and rewards that meet the growing needs of Malaysian prepaid mobile users. These new offerings provide customers with great value, choice and flexibility to enjoy today’s on-the-go lifestyle needs.

Whether for study, work or leisure, having uninterrupted worry-free internet experience at an affordable price is a must. Prepaid users, especially Malaysian youth, are known for their diverse interests including social interactions, online gaming, streaming and the use of various apps wherever they go. This reinforces the need for a mobile plan with generous data allowances, high speed connectivity and other additional perks.

The new UNI5G WOW Prepaid starter pack comes with 10GB data (5G + 4G) and a whopping 30-day validity for just RM10. Customers can purchase this UNI5G WOW Prepaid starter pack online and will receive a complimentary Unlimited 5G Larut Malam Pass. In conjunction with the launch, the UNI5G WOW Prepaid starter pack will be offered for free as an exclusive online promo via Unifi Mobile app or Unifi eStore for customers who want to maintain their existing number.

Jasmine Lee, Unifi’s Chief Commercial Officer, Consumer, said, “The evolving landscape of prepaid mobile services inspired us to re-evaluate what our users really need. We are thrilled to introduce our brand new UNI5G WOW Prepaid that has been tailored to modern prepaid users, and is among the few market offerings with uncapped 5G speed all day long.

“All UNI5G WOW data passes come with 5G connectivity at no additional cost. Now, everyone can enjoy the benefits of 5G connectivity at blazing fast speeds. We have also integrated our prepaid services into our new Unifi Mobile app, which also hosts our postpaid services, delivering a streamlined experience for all our users.”

Today, Unifi is Malaysia's leading convergence champion, evident by the recent recognition from Opensignal's 5G Global Mobile Network Experience Awards for 2023*. The UNI5G WOW Prepaid plan bolsters Unifi’s fixed, mobile, lifestyle and business offerings and aligns with its commitment to enriching lives and communities through technology.

UNI5G WOW Prepaid Plan Offerings UNI5G WOW offers data passes that are customised to suit diverse customer needs. Unifi Mobile’s latest suite of prepaid products include: -

1.        UNI5G WOW 35 – Priced at RM35 per month, this best seller pass offers unlimited 5G + 4G data, uncapped 5G speed all day long, and unlimited calls. Subscribers will also enjoy a 10GB hotspot and for a limited time period, customers will get extra 50GB of 5G hotspot data for free, perfect for sharing with friends and family.

2.        UNI5G WOW 25 – This pass is priced at RM25 per month, ideal for users with moderate data needs and usage. It comes with 30GB worth of 5G + 4G data, uncapped 5G + 4G speeds and hotspot functionality (shared quota derived from the 30GB data allocation).

3.        UNI5G WOW 10 – For just RM10, subscribers will receive 10GB worth of data with uncapped 5G speed all day long. This weekly pass is ideal for users who seek connectivity without straining their budget.

On top of these exciting new passes, UNI5G WOW Prepaid is also offering on-demand add-ons, starting from RM1. Among these new add-ons are a weekend data pass, a speed booster pass, validity extension passes and call passes. For avid content creators and enthusiasts of platforms like YouTube and TikTok, a dedicated pass for these specific social media platforms is also available.

Existing customers on older rate plans are encouraged to switch to the new UNI5G WOW Prepaid via the Unifi Mobile app or by visiting the nearest TMpoint / Unifi Store. The plan change is offered free of charge and upon completion, existing customers are entitled to receive 10GB of data (5G + 4G) with a validity of 30 days.

To subscribe to the all-new UNI5G WOW Prepaid, simply download the Unifi Mobile app or visit the nearest TMpoint/Unifi Store and authorised Unifi Mobile dealers.

To find out more about the UNI5G WOW Prepaid, visit unifi.com.my/prepaid

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IMPORTANT NOTICE: NEW SERVICE TAX (ST) RATE EFFECTIVE 1 MARCH 2024

Dear Valued Customers,

 

In accordance with the change in rate of tax under the Service Tax Act 2018 from 6% to 8% with effect from 1 March 2024, provision of the following services are taxable at the following rates:

1.            Telecommunications Services (remained at 6%)

2.            Information Technology Services (changed to 8%)

3.            Digital Services and other prescribed taxable services (changed to 8%)    

 

The new Service Tax will be reflected in your monthly bills starting March or April 2024, depending on your billing cycle period.

 

For more info about the new Service Tax, please click here

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Nor Fadhilah, 54, a Malaysian, holds a Bachelor of Accounting (Hons) from International Islamic University Malaysia (IIUM). She is a chartered accountant of the Malaysia Institute of Accountants (MIA) and associate member of the Malaysian Institute of Chartered Secretaries and Administrators (MAICSA).

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