Macau, 12 October 2024

Companhia de Electricidade de Macau - CEM, S.A. (CEM) hosted the Rummikub Competition again at Macau Fisherman’s Wharf Convention and Exhibition Centre today (12 October), which has come to its third edition and has been well received by the public. By bringing people of different ages and backgrounds together to compete, CEM aims to enhance social inclusion and intergenerational communication, also to raise awareness of the importance of developing a harmonious community and an inclusive society. The competition was co-organized with the Macau Federation of Trade Unions and the General Volunteers Association of Macao, and supported by Babyboom. All proceeds from the competition will be donated to the beneficiary Fuhong Society of Macau.

The competition was divided into two categories: the “School Group” and the “Open Group”. Both categories saw higher numbers of applicants than in 2023. A total of 62 teams from 35 schools registered for the “School Group”, and 40 teams were selected to participate in the competition through a draw. The “Open Group” received over 600 applications, surpassing last year’s number, indicating the popularity of the event among the public. As the number of applicants exceeded the upper limit, a total of 320 players were selected through a lucky draw to battle it out for the multiple awards. To encourage intergenerational harmony, this year’s “Open Group” was open to minors aged between 8 and 17. Of all the players, the youngest one was only 8 years old, while the oldest was aged 93. The competition, with players coming from diverse age groups competing on the same table, has fostered harmony between the older and the younger generations and promoted intergenerational communication.

The competitions were held in the morning for the School Group and in the afternoon for the Open Group. Competition for each group was conducted in three rounds: preliminary, semi-final and final. The contestants have all been well-prepared and geared up, bringing the spectators an intense and exciting competition. Guests attending the award ceremony included: Ms. Leong Meng Ian, Deputy Secretary General of Macau Federation of Trade Unions; Ms. Ou Yuna, Director of General Volunteers Association of Macao; Mr. Chan Choi Fat,Chairman of Management Committee of Fuhong Society of Macau; Ms. Sham Kin Ho, Sales Manager of Babyboom; and Ms. Jaclyn Iun, Senior Manager of CEM Regulatory Affairs and Corporate Communications Office.

In her speech at the awards ceremony, Jaclyn Iun from CEM expressed her gratitude for the support from various organizations and the enthusiastic participation of the citizens, which made the event a great success. The competition has been well-received by the public since its inception, and this year’s turnout exceeded expectations, with over 600 people registering for the Open Group. It is expected that Rummikub, a game for all ages, will bridge the generation gap and encourage dialogues and acceptance between different age groups. CEM also hopes that people from all walks of life will come together to care more about the underprivileged groups in Macau and provide them with a more inclusive and friendly living environment.

Chan Choi Fat from Fuhong Society of Macau thanked CEM for its meticulous planning and efforts, as well as its continuous attention to the services of Fuhong Society and the needs of people with disabilities. Fuhong Society is committed to providing diversified services for individuals with intellectual disabilities, autism and mental illness, such as vocational skills development and employment services, interactive training for life experiences, outreach support services for mental rehabilitation, art training, and the development of cultural and creative products, etc. The Rummikub Competition is not only a competition, but also an important platform for promoting intergenerational communication and building a harmonious community together.

Winners of various awards are as follows: 

The 35 participating schools are Colégio Diocesano de São José (6), Saint Paul School Macau, Fong Chong School of Taipa, Saint John de Brito School (English section), The Affiliated School of the University of Macau, Fong Chong School of Macau, Macau Federation of Trade Unions Professional and Technical School, Pui Ching Middle School, Lau Hau High School, Santa Rosa de Lima English Secondary School, Seac Pai Van Official School, Escola de Santa Madalena, Sacred Heart Canossian College, Colégio Mateus Ricci, Pui Va Middle School, Kao Yip Middle School, Escola Estrela do Mar, Colégio Diocesano de São José 5 (English section), Instituto Salesiano, Macau Baptist College, Colégio Diocesano de São José, Ilha Verde Secondary School of the Macau Commercial Association, Escola Tong Nam, Colégio Diocesano de São José 5 (Chinese section), Yuet Wah College, Sacred Heart Canossian College (English Section), Hou Kong Middle School, Keang Peng Middle School, Our Lady of Fatima Girls’ School, Colégio Diocesano de São José (3), Sheng Kung Hui Choi Kou School Macau, Escola dos Moradores do Bairro do Patane, Kwong Tai Middle School Macau, Choi Nong Chi Tai School, Pui Ching Middle School (Coloane Campus).

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