10/7/2026
Qatar Charity, through its Tanzania Branch, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the First Vice President’s Office of Zanzibar to strengthen cooperation in implementing humanitarian and development initiatives for persons with disabilities. The partnership aims to empower them, promote their social and economic inclusion, and improve their quality of life.
The MoU was signed by Mr. Syed Shujaat Ali Shah, Acting Country Director of Qatar Charity in Tanzania, and Ms. Maryam Juma Abdulla, Permanent Secretary at the First Vice President’s Office of Zanzibar.
Social Inclusion
The MoU establishes a framework for developing and implementing programs and projects in humanitarian assistance, social welfare, livelihoods, economic empowerment, accessibility, capacity building, and community awareness. It also promotes knowledge-sharing and institutional cooperation to advance the social and economic inclusion of persons with disabilities.
The agreement reflects both parties’ commitment to creating sustainable opportunities, improving access to services for persons with disabilities, and contributing to Zanzibar’s development goals. It also lays the foundation for future joint initiatives and projects that will deliver a positive and lasting impact for vulnerable groups and local communities across the islands.
Strengthening Cooperation
Ms. Maryam Juma Abdulla commended Qatar Charity’s humanitarian and development contributions in Zanzibar, particularly its sponsorship of more than 400 orphans and its support for local communities in social welfare, education, economic empowerment, and access to safe drinking water.
She noted that the MoU would further strengthen cooperation between the Government of Zanzibar and Qatar Charity in serving vulnerable groups and supporting initiatives aimed at advancing social development.
Expanding Interventions
For his part, Mr. Syed Shujaat Ali Shah expressed his appreciation to the Government of Zanzibar for its continued support and facilitation of humanitarian and development projects, including the recent eye care campaign and the distribution of in-kind assistance.
He reaffirmed Qatar Charity’s commitment to expanding its interventions in health, education, social welfare, economic empowerment, and access to safe drinking water. He added that the strengthened partnership would enhance joint efforts and help improve the lives of vulnerable individuals and families across Zanzibar.
Ibsar Initiative
It is worth noting that, under its “Ibsar” Initiative, Qatar Charity implemented a specialized eye care and surgery campaign in Zanzibar from 29 August to 4 September 2026. The campaign benefited 3,879 people, distributed more than 415 prescription eyeglasses, and performed 404 cataract surgeries.