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Qatar Charity reaches nearly half a million beneficiaries in Tanzania in 2025

Continuing its humanitarian and development mission, Qatar Charity (QC), with generous support from donors in Qatar, implemented 1,365 projects across Tanzania in 2025, benefiting 474,770 people nationwide. The initiatives were delivered across key sectors including water and sanitation, education, healthcare, food security, social welfare, economic empowerment, shelter, and emergency relief. In the water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH) sector, Qatar Charity implemented 776 projects, providing 401,000 people in mainland Tanzania and Zanzibar with reliable access to safe and clean drinking water. These interventions focused on expanding and rehabilitating water points and promoting hygiene practices, contributing significantly to improved public health and the reduction of waterborne diseases. In the education and culture sector, the organization carried out 179 projects benefiting 21,303 students. The interventions included the construction and rehabilitation of schools, the provision of essential educational supplies, and community‑based initiatives that promote equitable access to education, alongside the construction of mosques and places of worship, particularly in underserved communities. Qatar Charity also implemented 9 healthcare projects, improving access to essential medical services for 4,730 people. These projects supported health facilities and strengthened local healthcare response capacities, contributing to enhanced community‑level healthcare delivery. As part of its economic empowerment efforts, Qatar Charity implemented 295 projects benefiting 2,065 individuals, with a focus on small enterprises and income‑generating activities. The support enabled families to establish sustainable livelihoods, reduce economic vulnerability, and enhance self‑reliance over the longer term. In the area of social welfare, the organization implemented 65 projects reaching 2,993 beneficiaries, including orphan care and financial support for vulnerable groups. These interventions were designed within a framework that prioritizes dignity, inclusion, and social protection. In a qualitative development step, Qatar Charity initiated five multi‑service community center projects, benefiting 37,010 people. These shared community spaces are designed to deliver integrated educational, healthcare, and social services, while strengthening social cohesion and community engagement. Qatar Charity also implemented 24 food security projects, benefiting 316 people, alongside 8 shelter projects that provided safe housing for 63 beneficiaries from the most vulnerable families. During times of crisis, Qatar Charity delivered emergency humanitarian assistance through four rapid‑response projects, reaching more than 5,290 people, addressing urgent needs and supporting affected communities in overcoming the impacts of emergencies. Qatar Charity’s interventions for 2025 also included seasonal initiatives, such as Ramadan food basket distributions and Qurbani (sacrificial meat) projects, which contributed to strengthening food security and reinforcing community solidarity. Qatar Charity’s efforts received formal recognition from Tanzanian officials. H.E. Mr. Hussein Mwinyi, President of Zanzibar, commended the organization’s continued contributions to development, humanitarian relief, and economic empowerment initiatives, particularly in support of persons with disabilities. He affirmed the government’s support for the continuation of these programs and presented Qatar Charity with a commemorative shield in appreciation. In addition, Muhimbili National Hospital and the World Health Organization (WHO) Africa Region awarded Qatar Charity a certificate of appreciation in recognition of its role in supporting the healthcare sector and advancing public health outcomes in Tanzania. Qatar Charity affirmed that its interventions throughout 2025 were aligned with Tanzania’s national priorities and the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), underscoring its firm commitment to strengthening community resilience and improving the quality of life for vulnerable populations across Tanzania.

26/01/2026

News Humanitarian Assistance at the Qatar Charity Camp in AL-Fasher
Qatar Charity has implemented a new package of essential humanitarian assistance for displaced people who arrived in the Al-Fasher area, in a series of relief, shelter, health, and food interventions carried out at the “Qatar Charity” camp for the displaced. The Emergency and Crisis Committee in the Northern State revealed that Qatar Charity provided 1,640 tents as a first phase, along with 3,412 food baskets, 3,700 personal hygiene kits, 4,220 blankets, 3,950 ground mats, 6,600 mosquito nets, and 2,080 kitchen kits. Rami Abdulrahim, Head of the Emergency and Crisis Committee in Al-Daba locality, expressed his appreciation for Qatar Charity’s continued support, describing it as a source of pride. He said: “They have always stood by us with initiatives that have made a significant impact on the displaced from Al-Fasher, Keren, and Darfur Al-Kubra.” He added: “They are always proactive and at the forefront of charitable work, providing food and relief assistance to their brothers and sisters in Sudan.” Provision of Kitchen Utensils The assistance provided by Qatar Charity included a comprehensive set of essential kitchen utensils. One of the beneficiaries noted that Qatar Charity did not limit its efforts to distributing food baskets alone but also provided the necessary tools for preparing meals. Each displaced family received a complete set of kitchen utensils, ensuring they had sufficient equipment after fleeing and leaving everything behind. Hassnaa Abdelkhair Saeed, a displaced woman from North Darfur, expressed her gratitude for the support provided by Qatar Charity, which included relief supplies and kitchen utensils for displaced and affected families. She explained that upon arriving at the camp, Qatar Charity was the first organization to provide support. In addition to food assistance, families received blankets to help them cope with the severe cold wave, as well as mosquito nets to prevent the spread of diseases. It is worth noting that Qatar Charity initiated the establishment of the “Qatar Charity” camp in Al-Daba locality to accommodate displaced people. The organization has delivered a wide range of food, health, and shelter interventions, in addition to providing essential necessities that enable displaced families to live with dignity.
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Qatar Charity Implements Winter Project to Support 532 of the Most Vulnerable Families in Northern Syria
As part of its humanitarian response to the harsh winter conditions, Qatar Charity implemented a winter project targeting 532 families of orphans and families with special needs in the Tal Rifaat and Azaz areas of northern Syria. This initiative is part of its ongoing efforts to alleviate the hardships faced by the most vulnerable groups during the winter season. The project involved distributing winter clothing vouchers through a flexible distribution mechanism that ensured the dignity of the beneficiaries and met their actual needs. Contracts were established with local shops in the project areas, allowing beneficiary families to choose suitable winter clothing for themselves and their children according to their specific needs and sizes. This approach positively impacted the quality of the response and increased beneficiary satisfaction. On this occasion, Mr. Karam Ali, Director of Qatar Charity’s office, said: “This winter project comes as part of Qatar Charity’s ongoing commitment to supporting the most vulnerable families, especially orphans and families with special needs, during harsh weather periods. We were keen to adopt a mechanism that ensures the dignity of beneficiaries and gives them freedom of choice, thus meeting their actual needs and alleviating their suffering during the winter season.” This project reflects Qatar Charity’s commitment to implementing humanitarian interventions that consider the human and social dimensions, contributing to providing necessities that preserve the dignity of beneficiary families and help them overcome the difficult winter conditions. The beneficiaries’ happiness This aid brought joy to the hearts of the beneficiaries, who expressed their happiness at receiving it. Aya Hassan Haj Ali says: “I live in the city of Azaz and I am the mother of the orphaned child, Hanadi. My loss was twofold when my husband passed away just one month before my daughter was born, leaving her fatherless. With the arrival of winter, our burden increases, but the winter clothing project implemented by Qatar Charity was like a helping hand. I cannot describe my happiness seeing my daughter wearing new clothes to protect her from the cold. May God reward you. You have brought joy to my daughter and warmth to us..”
25/01/2026 More details  
Qatar Charity supports education in The Gambia with school bag distribution
As part of its efforts to strengthen the education sector—and with the generous support of donors in Qatar—Qatar Charity (QC) delivered 500 school bags to The Gambia’s Ministry of Basic and Secondary Education (MOBSE) during an official ceremony attended by H.E. Habibatou Drammeh, Minister of Basic and Secondary Education, along with senior officials and education representatives. This initiative underscores Qatar Charity’s commitment to expanding access to quality education and reducing the financial burden on families by providing school bags with essential materials. The support helps students stay focused on their studies, particularly in underserved communities. On this occasion, H.E. Minister Habibatou Drammeh expressed her deep appreciation to Qatar Charity and its partners, describing the initiative as a testament to the strong and fruitful partnership in supporting education in The Gambia. The minister emphasized that investing in children’s education remains the most effective path to building a brighter and more prosperous future for the country, calling for continued international cooperation and solidarity to advance this vital sector. Mr. Momodou Jeng, Director of Curriculum, Research, Evaluation and Development at MoBSE praised the support, describing it as a “timely intervention” that directly alleviates pressure on families, improves school enrollment, and strengthens academic performance, especially in marginalized areas. For his part, Mr. Mustafa Essatte, Country Director of Qatar Charity’s The Gambia Branch, said the initiative reflects the organization’s commitment to expanding access to quality education, strengthening literacy and numeracy skills, supporting girls’ education, and integrating Arabic and Qur’anic schools into the national education system. He added that the project is implemented under the cooperation agreement signed with the Ministry of Education in May 2023, noting Qatar Charity’s ongoing efforts to mobilize donor support for sustainable, high-impact educational programs. This intervention builds on the distribution inaugurated by H.E. Adama Barrow, President of the Republic of The Gambia, strengthening Qatar Charity’s educational support efforts. In December, President Barrow participated in the distribution of 1,950 school bags to Qatar Charity–sponsored orphans during the rollout of the Economic Support Project, in the presence of Mr. Jassim Abdullah Jassim, Advisor to Qatar Charity’s CEO, Mr. Abdullah Al‑Kuwari, Second Secretary at the Embassy of the State of Qatar, and senior officials and partners.
25/01/2026 More details  

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