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Qatar Charity opens office, lays foundation for educational complex in Mauritania

Qatar Charity (QC) has inaugurated its new office in Nouakchott and laid the foundation stone for the Sheikhah Aisha bint Hamad bin Abdullah Al Thani Islamic Complex, during a recent visit by its delegation to Mauritania. The delegation also held high-level meetings to enhance development and social collaboration in the country. The office inauguration was attended by Mr. Abdulaziz Jassim Hejji, Executive Director of International Operations at Qatar Charity, Mr. Mr. Ghanem Mansour Al-Naimi, Acting Chargé d’Affaires at the Qatari Embassy in Mauritania. Sheikh Saud bin Khalid bin Hamad bin Abdullah Al Thani later acknowledged Qatar Charity’s role in advancing social and developmental efforts in Mauritania. Qatar Charity also held a groundbreaking ceremony for the Sheikhah Aisha bint Hamad bin Abdullah Al Thani Islamic Complex in Toujounine, attended by Sheikh Saud bin Khalid bin Hamad bin Abdullah Al Thani, along with Qatari and Mauritanian officials, including the Acting Chargé d’Affaires at the Qatari Embassy and Beitallah Ahmed Lesoud, Secretary‑General of the Ministry of Islamic Affairs and Original Education. The 1,800 m² complex will include a grand mosque, Quran memorization center, institute of Islamic studies, imam’s residence, and other facilities. Hejji said the project reflects Qatar Charity’s motto of “Dignity for All,” noting that the complex will serve as an important learning hub for the Toujounine community. He added that this initiative, together with other development projects, reinforces Qatar Charity’s commitment to working in strategic partnership with the Mauritanian government to support all segments of society. Lesoud noted that the complex reflects President Mohamed Ould Cheikh El Ghazouani’s priorities, offering an integrated model to modernize traditional Islamic education. Toujounine’s Deputy Mayor Hadrami Ould Sidi Mohamed welcomed the initiative, highlighting the strength of Mauritania–Qatar relations and the value of this educational and religious landmark for the Toujounine community. On the sidelines of the events, Qatar Charity’s delegation held a series of meetings with several Mauritanian ministers to strengthen development and social cooperation. Discussions covered economic empowerment initiatives, as well as projects related to Islamic affairs—most notably the Sheikhah Aisha Islamic Complex. The delegation also explored ways to enhance social welfare and family support. The visit concluded with a meeting that highlighted Qatar Charity’s role in deepening bilateral ties between the two countries. Qatar Charity’s Mauritania office, established in 2007, implemented projects worth more than QAR 37 million in 2025 with the support of generous donors. These initiatives spanned education, health, water, housing, and economic empowerment, benefiting over 100,000 people. The office also signed three memoranda of understanding with relevant ministries, reflecting the depth of cooperation and partnership between both sides.

15/01/2026

Qatar Charity’s delegation visits Pakistan to support orphans and vulnerable families
A high-level delegation from Qatar Charity (QC), comprising valued donors and sponsors, recently visited Pakistan to review the living conditions of sponsored orphans and vulnerable families and to assess their priority humanitarian needs. The visit reaffirms Qatar Charity’s continued commitment to improving the well-being of orphaned children and supporting underprivileged communities across several countries, including Pakistan. During their visit to Rawalpindi District in Punjab, the delegation participated in the distribution of winterization kits and personal hygiene kits to orphaned children and needy families. The winterization kits included cotton mattresses, warm shawls, socks, caps, and gloves, while the hygiene kits contained essential items such as towels, toothbrushes, toothpaste, soaps, and mosquito nets. The delegation also visited orphan families at their homes, interacting closely with children and caregivers and observing their living conditions. A special gathering was organized for 50 Qatar Charity–sponsored orphans, where children took part in drawing, painting, sports, and friendly activities. The children presented handmade artwork to the sponsors as expressions of gratitude, while mothers showcased handcrafted items reflecting their skills and resilience. The delegation expressed their positive impressions, emphasizing that the visit was a unique humanitarian experience that left a profound impact on them. They urged donors in Qatar to continue supporting vulnerable families in Pakistan, stressing that even small contributions can make a significant difference in the life of an entire family. They also noted that spending time with orphaned children was a source of pride and joy, and that such initiatives embody the values of compassion and solidarity that define Qatar Charity’s mission. Eleven-year-old orphan Aiman Ali shared her joy, saying, “My dream came true. Today I met angels whom I had only read about in books.” Beneficiary Mrs. Shameem Akhtar, a widow supporting five children, expressed her gratitude, noting that the assistance helped her meet essential winter and household needs that were otherwise beyond her means. Over the past three years, Qatar Charity has distributed 1,560 winterization kits to vulnerable families across Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Balochistan, and Azad Jammu & Kashmir, reflecting its sustained humanitarian engagement in Pakistan. Through such initiatives, Qatar Charity continues to bring hope, dignity, and relief to orphaned children and vulnerable communities, reinforcing its mission of compassion, solidarity, and sustainable humanitarian support.
14/01/2026 More details  
Qatar Charity reaches 90,000 lives in Sri Lanka in 2025
In 2025, Qatar Charity (QC), with the generous support of donors, implemented nearly 300 humanitarian and development projects across Sri Lanka, benefiting over 90,000 vulnerable individuals. The initiatives covered housing, WASH, education, health, food security, economic empowerment, orphan sponsorship, seasonal assistance, emergency relief, and the distribution of developmental items—reflecting Qatar Charity’s commitment to sustainable development and humanitarian response. WASH In the water, sanitation and hygiene (WASH) sector, 227 projects benefited 9,960 people in drought-prone areas. The projects provided sustainable access to clean water through tube wells equipped with electric submersible pumps, 1,000-litre overhead tanks, and multiple tap points—significantly improving health and hygiene. Education & Health Qatar Charity has initiated three education projects expected to benefit 3,120 students. Major interventions included the construction of a multi-storey science laboratory building at Kalutara Muslim Central College and two modern school complexes at Fathima Ladies College and Al Hikma Vidyalam. School kits and bicycles were also distributed to support students’ access to education. Seven health projects benefited 1,695 individuals, including the construction of a hospital ward complex, provision of hospital beds, and the completion of 150 cataract surgeries—helping restore vision and improve healthcare access for vulnerable patients. Qatar Charity also distributed 700 wheelchairs and 1,000 electronic blood pressure monitors to public hospitals. Housing Qatar Charity completed seven housing projects, benefiting 39 individuals from vulnerable families. The initiative included five houses of 45m² for families of at least five members and two houses of 60m² for larger families. Each home was built with essential living facilities, ensuring safety, dignity, and improved living conditions. Economic Empowerment Under food security and economic empowerment programs, 52 projects supported 60 families by providing sewing machines, grain grinders, livestock, and farming tools. These interventions enabled income generation, reduced hunger, and promoted self-reliance. Orphan Sponsorship Through its ‘Rofaqa’ initiative, Qatar Charity supported 1,250 orphans across nine districts, ensuring access to education, healthcare, food, and clothing while promoting emotional well-being and social integration. Seasonal & Relief Projects Seasonal projects implemented during Ramadan and Eid benefited 14,500 individuals. Assistance included food packages, Eid clothing for 250 orphans, and fresh meat distribution under the Adhahi Project. In response to flooding, Qatar Charity supported 1,240 families in Mannar and 2,000 families in Kandy through the distribution of food baskets containing essential items sufficient for household needs for up to 20 days. Relief & Developmental Items The distribution of relief and developmental items benefited 60,000 individuals across eight districts. Support included the provision of sewing machines and grinding mills, contributing to poverty reduction and long-term economic empowerment. Appreciation Mr. Muneer Mulaffer, Deputy Minister of Religious and Cultural Affairs, praised Qatar Charity’s continued humanitarian and development contributions in Sri Lanka and reaffirmed the government’s support for its ongoing programs. Commitment Qatar Charity’s 2025 interventions were aligned with national development priorities and the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), underscoring its ongoing commitment to improving lives and strengthening community resilience across Sri Lanka.
13/01/2026 More details  
Qatar Charity Concludes "Compassionate Hearts" Initiative in Somalia, Performing Heart Surgery for Children
With generous support from donors in Qatar, Qatar Charity concluded its 'Compassionate Hearts' initiative in Mogadishu, the capital of Somalia. The initiative aimed to perform surgeries to repair congenital heart defects in children. The closing ceremony was attended by Dr. Mariam Mohamed Hussein, State Minister of Health of Somalia, along with several officials, doctors, and the medical team. Thirty-seven children from six Somali states benefited from the initiative. This initiative reflects Qatar Charity's commitment to delivering medical services to various regions and performing life-saving surgeries, as part of its humanitarian mission to support the most vulnerable groups. In her speech at the closing ceremony of the initiative, Dr. Mariam Mohammed Hussein expressed her deep gratitude to the State of Qatar, its government and people, to Qatar Charity, and to the generous donors, commending their ongoing humanitarian support for the health sector in Somalia. She praised their role in saving the lives of children suffering from congenital heart defects and restoring hope to their families. She emphasized that these initiatives represent a significant addition to the Somali health sector and reflect the deep fraternal ties and humanitarian cooperation between the two nations. She noted that Qatar Charity's health projects have become a crucial pillar in supporting specialized medical services in the country. For his part, Dr. Abdul Majeed Abdul Qawi Al-Humaidi, an expert in international programs and development at Qatar Charity's Development Operations Department, explained that the initiative is an extension of a continuous humanitarian effort spanning several years, during which Qatar Charity has performed hundreds of life-saving surgeries in several countries. He noted that at the beginning of this year, the association began by performing 30 successful surgeries in Somalia, then moved to Bangladesh where it performed 100 surgeries, then 42 surgeries for children in Ghana. Last November, 17 open-heart surgeries and 30 cardiac catheterizations were performed in Syria. Today, it concludes its work in Somalia with 37 successful surgeries for children suffering from congenital heart defects. He added that these successes would not have been possible without the support of generous donors and the dedicated efforts of the specialized volunteer medical team. He indicated that Qatar Charity intends to repeat these initiatives given the increasing number of cases in need. Unforgettable Stories The spokesperson for the medical team, Dr. Iyad Ahmed Al-Amouri, said: “Some cases will remain in our memories, and we hope that they will live normal lives from now on.” Dr. Lul Mahmoud Mohamed, President of the Somali Doctors Syndicate, affirmed that the initiative represents a genuine opportunity for impoverished families who cannot afford to travel or bear the costs of treatment, noting its impact on restoring children to normal life. Voices of Hope: Khadra Ali, a mother from Puntland, expressed her gratitude to the benefactors in Qatar after her son, Sanwar, who had been suffering from severe respiratory distress, recovered. She emphasized that the operation restored his health. Amina Adam Hassan, the mother of Adnan from Hiran region, said, 'This operation not only saved my child's heart, but it also gave us back our lives.' Abbas Aweys explained that his struggle with congenital heart defects forced him to drop out of school, but he is now preparing to return to his studies after his condition improved. It is worth noting that Qatar Charity implemented approximately 20 health projects in Somalia during 2025, benefiting more than 113,000 people, with the aim of improving the quality of life and enhancing medical services for the most vulnerable groups.
13/01/2026 More details  

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