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QRCS and Qatar Charity deploy pediatric cardiac surgery convoy in Yemen

In Taiz, Yemen, a specialized medical convoy for pediatric cardiac surgery and catheterization has been launched by Qatar Red Crescent Society (QRCS) and Qatar Charity (QC). Implemented in cooperation with Sidra Medicine and Yemen’s Ministry of Public Health and Population, the project is aimed at backing the health sector and securing free-of-charge medical care for poor children. The launching ceremony was attended by Abdul-Qawi Al-Makhlafi, first deputy governor of Taiz, Dr. Abu Dhar Al-Gendi, director of the Cardiovascular and Kidney Transplant Center in Taiz, and representatives of QRCS and QC. Until May 22, six consultants in cardiac catheterization/surgery, intensive care, and anesthesia will be working hand in hand with the local medical staff at the Cardiovascular and Kidney Transplant Center in Taiz. The Qatari medical delegation comprises a select group of pediatric cardiology consultants and specialists, including Dr. Younes Boudjemline‏, senior consultant cardiologist at Sidra Medicine (head of delegation), Dr. Mustafa Al-Muhaya, consultant cardiologist, Dr. Mohamed Al-Ashwal, consultant intensivist, Dr. Mohamed Al-Humairi, consultant anesthetist, Dr. Nabil Al-Bahlouli, consultant cardiac surgeon, and Dr. Sami Al-Ahdal, consultant cardiac surgeon. As per the plan, 85 cardiac catheterization procedures and 10 open-heart surgeries will be performed, as part of a medical and humanitarian programme to save lives and ease the financial burden on poor families in the governorate. In the same vein, QRCS and QC had supported the host center with a specialized cardiac catheterization machine, at a cost of $1 million, which helped enhance the center’s medical services. Thanks to that support, more than 500 diagnostic catheterizations and 100 therapeutic catheterizations were performed for free with all the costs of medical care and supplies covered. Qatar would continue to work hard to bolster the country’s health system and alleviate the suffering of patients in need.

20/05/2026

Qatar Charity Boosts Economic Empowerment of Mauritanian Women
A sewing workshop equipped and launched by Qatar Charity (QC) a year ago in the Mauritanian capital, Nouakchott, has transformed the lives of dozens of low-income women. Funded by Qatar’s donors, the project aligns with national empowerment, employment, and social protection strategies to integrate women into the productive labor market. Established in partnership with the Ministry of Vocational Training, Handicraft and Trades, the workshop supports 40 female graduates of vocational training schools. For these women, the project provided a sustainable income source after years of unemployment, serving as a genuine platform for economic independence and household welfare. Measurable Impact Over its first year, the workshop produced 20,000 school uniforms for Taazur, which supports vulnerable populations. This month, a new agreement was signed to produce an additional 20,000 uniforms to identical specifications. Beyond production, the facility offers continuous training to upgrade the artisans' technical skills and product quality. Encouraging Experience Fatimetou Mokhtar Salem, Director of Trades Promotion, Craft Micro and Small Enterprises, and Social and Solidarity Economy at the Ministry of Vocational Training, Handicrafts and Trades, hailed the partnership as a successful model of government-humanitarian integration. She described it as an encouraging experience that merits expansion by increasing beneficiaries and enhancing technical capacities to accelerate production. The workshop has fostered remarkable stories of personal development. Marita Suleiman, a graduate who previously faced unemployment despite her advanced skills, called the project a turning point. 'It allowed me to work in a field I love and earn a dignified income to support my family,' she said, expressing gratitude to Qatar Charity for restoring the workers' confidence. Real Opportunity Similarly, Selma Mohamed, who commutes from the outskirts of Nouakchott, thanked the benefactors of Qatar. Reflecting on her long search for employment, she noted that Qatar Charity provided a real opportunity, allowing her and her colleagues to embark on a shared professional journey. To ensure sustainability and scale up operations, the workers highlighted several requirements. Speaking on behalf of their peers, Marita and Selma requested additional sewing machines, an industrial electric cutter to accelerate fabric processing, specialized machinery for embroidery, and buttons to optimize the final product's quality.
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Qatar Charity Inaugurates Central Medicine Warehouse in Somalia
A central medicine warehouse in Somalia’s Banadir region has been inaugurated by H.E. Dr. Hassan Mohamed Hussein, Governor of Banadir, and Mayor of Mogadishu, alongside H.E. Dr. Abdullah bin Salem Al Nuaimi, Ambassador of the State of Qatar to Somalia. The facility, implemented by Qatar Charity (QC) with the support of donors in Qatar, marks a strategic step toward strengthening pharmaceutical supply systems and improving healthcare services across the region. The project aims to address the absence of a central medicine storage facility under the Directorate of Health and Human Services in the Banadir Region. The warehouse will serve more than 17 health centers across 20 districts, contributing to improved availability, stability, and efficient distribution of medicines. Qualitative Boost In his remarks, H.E. Ambassador Dr. Abdullah bin Salem Al Nuaimi emphasized that the project represents a significant qualitative boost to Somalia’s health sector, reflecting the strong and enduring fraternal ties between the two countries. He noted that the State of Qatar—under the leadership of His Highness Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, Amir of the State of Qatar—remains committed to supporting Somalia’s development efforts. He also commended the contributions of Qatar’s donors and the efforts of Qatar Charity, while expressing appreciation to the Banadir authorities for allocating the land for the project. For his part, H.E. Dr. Hassan Mohamed Hussein described the inauguration as a key milestone in modernizing the health sector in Banadir. He stressed that the warehouse enhances the capacity of health institutions to ensure a consistent supply of medicines. He added that the facility provides a modern and secure environment for drug storage and incorporates digital management systems, expressing his gratitude to the State of Qatar, Qatar Charity, and the generous donors for their continued support of vital projects serving the Somali people. Main Backbone In turn, Mr. Abdulfatah Adam, Country Director of Qatar Charity’s Somalia Branch, outlined the project’s technical specifications, noting that the central warehouse has been constructed over a total area of 450 square meters, including 360 square meters dedicated to storage, in addition to administrative offices and service facilities. He added that the warehouse has been equipped with advanced ventilation and cooling systems to ensure the safe preservation of medicines, along with modern lighting, security systems, and an internal layout designed for efficient storage and quick access. These features, he said, are expected to enhance operational efficiency and ensure the sustainability of medical services. Meanwhile, Dr. Abdirahman Ahmed Mahmoud, Director of the Directorate of Health and Human Services in the Banadir Region, highlighted the project’s field-level importance, describing the warehouse as the “main backbone of medical supply” across the region’s districts. He noted that it will help reduce the burden of storage and management while improving the distribution of medicines and medical supplies to health centers. It is worth noting that Qatar Charity implemented 24 healthcare projects in Somalia over the past year, benefiting more than 143,000 people—an indication of the scale of its interventions and its continued commitment to supporting the most vulnerable communities.
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Qatar Charity Conducts Advanced Heart Procedures for Children in Bangladesh
Qatar Charity (QC) has successfully concluded its cardiac medical camp in Bangladesh, providing life-saving treatment to 108 underprivileged children suffering from congenital heart diseases. The camp was held this month at Bangladesh Specialized Hospital in Dhaka. Supported by generous contributions from donors in Qatar, the initiative focused primarily on advanced cardiac catheterization procedures carried out by an international and Bangladeshi medical team. The specialist team included Professor Dr. Mohammed Tawfiq Numan from the University of Texas, USA; Professor Dr. Iyad Al Ammouri, pediatric cardiologist from the University of Jordan; Dr. Mahmoud Ismail Hasan Emar, pediatric anesthesia specialist from Palestine; Abdulla Hussain Ashkenani, Head Technician at the Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory at Hamad Hospital in Qatar; Abid Khan, technician at the Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory at Hamad Hospital in Qatar; and Nafi Maysarah Mosleh, anesthesia technician from Palestine. A dedicated team of Bangladeshi doctors and healthcare professionals also worked alongside them throughout the camp. Professor Dr. Mohammed Tawfiq Numan highlighted the humanitarian importance of the initiative, saying: “Treating children requires not only medical expertise but also compassion and patience. Every child we see here is more than a patient—they are someone’s dream, someone’s hope. We approach each case with the utmost care, ensuring they feel safe and supported throughout the process. Many of these families have struggled for a long time to access treatment, so our responsibility goes beyond the procedure itself—we aim to bring comfort, dignity, and reassurance to both the children and their parents. This is truly a humanitarian effort, where healing the heart also means caring for the human side of every child we treat.” Growing Needs Pediatric Cardiologist Professor Dr. Nurun Nahar Fatema, also local coordinator of the Heart Camp, emphasized the continuing demand for specialized pediatric cardiac treatment in Bangladesh. “The number of children requiring congenital heart treatment remains significantly high. These procedures are costly, and most families simply cannot manage the expenses. This camp is not just about treatment—it’s about giving children a future,” she said. Thanks & Gratitude Families from different parts of the country expressed heartfelt appreciation for the support provided through the camp. Yasin Mia, father of 3.5-year-old Raisa, said: “I am a day laborer, and I never thought I could arrange this treatment for my daughter. Seeing her receive such care without any cost feels like a blessing beyond words.” Sajeda Begum, mother of Kulsum, shared: “We had been living with fear every day. Now, thanks to this camp, my child has a chance to live a normal life. I will always remember this kindness.” Abdul Matin, father of 3-year-old Tanzibur Rahman, added: “I had almost given up after failing to manage the treatment expenses. This support has brought hope back into our lives. May Allah reward everyone involved.” Continuing humanitarian support in Bangladesh Qatar Charity has been organizing similar pediatric cardiac camps in Bangladesh for several years. Previous camps were held in May 2022, benefiting 31 children; August 2022, benefiting 130 children; February 2024, benefiting 100 children; and April 2025, where around 110 children received treatment. This year’s completed initiative further reflects Qatar Charity’s long-term commitment to improving access to specialized healthcare services for disadvantaged communities in Bangladesh.
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