Daraz Sri Lanka’s 7.7 Super Savings Sale got off to a strong start, with DarazMall delivering significant sales growth for official brand stores as shoppers took advantage of exclusive offers, Brand Rush Hour promotions and flexible payment options.
One of the campaign’s standout features was Brand Rush Hour, which created high-demand shopping windows by offering attractive deals from leading local and international brands. The strong customer response translated into impressive results for DarazMall partners, with official brand stores recording nearly 10-fold growth in sales compared to the previous campaign period. Participating brands also experienced nearly eight-fold growth in orders, while customer visits to official brand stores increased fivefold, reflecting rising demand for authentic branded products through online shopping.
The first Brand Rush Hour, held from 6 July at 8.00 p.m. to 7 July at 2.00 a.m., played a key role in driving early campaign momentum. Featuring more than 100 participating brands offering discounts of up to 50%, the promotion enabled several brands to achieve almost 10 times their usual sales volumes.
Flexible payment options further enhanced the shopping experience. KOKO’s flat 30% discount across all Brand Rush Hour brands, together with additional offers on selected products, encouraged more customers to shop for branded items. As a result, the campaign recorded a threefold increase in average order value, indicating stronger consumer interest in planned and higher-value purchases.
Beyond the strong sales performance, the campaign demonstrated the strength of Daraz’s integrated digital commerce ecosystem. By bringing together leading brands, banking partners, KOKO, content creators, influencers, sellers and logistics providers on a single platform, the 7.7 Super Savings Sale continues to create value across the entire retail journey while providing customers with authentic products, competitive prices and convenient payment solutions.
FTZ Toastmasters Launches Membership Drive to Empower Gampaha Youth and Professionals
The FTZ Toastmasters Club has launched a new membership drive targeting school leavers, university students, entrepreneurs and professionals across the Gampaha District, as the club expands its efforts beyond the Free Trade Zone to support the wider community.
The initiative aims to help individuals strengthen essential skills in communication, public speaking and leadership, which are increasingly important for academic success, career growth and professional development.
Club representatives noted that while academic and technical qualifications continue to play a vital role, today’s employers also seek individuals who can communicate effectively, present ideas with confidence and demonstrate leadership capabilities.
Established in 2005, FTZ Toastmasters Club has spent over two decades helping members enhance their personal and professional skills through the internationally recognised Toastmasters educational programme.
Over the years, the club has developed a strong reputation for nurturing skilled communicators and future leaders who have made valuable contributions across business, industry and the global Toastmasters community.
Among its distinguished members is Lalith Kahatapitiya, Chairman of the KIK Group of Companies and Sri Lanka’s first Distinguished Toastmaster (DTM). As a charter member of FTZ Toastmasters Club, he played an instrumental role in establishing the club and building its foundation.
Senior Electrical Engineer Arjuna Jayadarshana became the club’s first member to achieve the Distinguished Toastmaster designation, the highest educational recognition awarded by Toastmasters International.
Other notable members include Anura Perera, former Secretary of the Free Trade Zone Manufacturers’ Association, who held several leadership roles within Toastmasters District 82 before relocating to Canada, and Sudath Fernando, Group Finance Director of ATG Gloves (Pvt) Ltd, who has also earned the prestigious Distinguished Toastmaster designation.
Through this membership drive, FTZ Toastmasters continues its mission of developing confident communicators and inspiring the next generation of leaders within the Gampaha community.
DarazMall Brands Record Nearly 10-Fold Sales Growth During 7.7 Super Savings Sale
