Radiomarathon begins

A two-day annual fund-raising charity, Radiomarathon, was launched on Monday morning in aid of children with special needs.
This is the 17th time in a row Radiomarathon is organised by the Cyprus Broadcasting Corporation (CYBC) and Laiki Group, one of the largest financial institutions, with 53 kiosks and twelve piggy-bank cars on tour to collect money.
Furthermore, thousands of volunteers are dotted across the island, collecting contributions from passersby.
Various events are being organised these days to raise funds, and special events are taking place abroad.
In the past 16 years, Radiomarathon has gathered a total amount of over 17 million Cyprus pounds.