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Qatar Charity Provides Urgent Assistance to Yemeni Refugees in Djibouti

With the support of its donors, Qatar Charity has been distributing urgent relief assistance since last Friday to Yemeni refugee families who have arrived in Obock, northern Djibouti, as part of its humanitarian response to the growing needs of families who have reached the area in recent days. The emergency response is aimed at supporting approximately 2,000 families, or around 10,000 people. The assistance includes mats, blankets, pillows, clothing, food supplies and kitchen utensils, helping families meet their basic needs and cope with difficult humanitarian conditions. Humanitarian Emergency Response In mid-September, Qatar Charity announced the activation of an emergency humanitarian response and the allocation of US$1 million in initial relief assistance to support Yemeni refugees who have been forced to flee their homes in recent days and seek refuge in the Republic of Djibouti amid renewed fighting in Yemen. The ongoing conflict has resulted in further displacement and movements of people to neighboring countries in search of safety and security. Qatar Charity has called on donors to support its urgent humanitarian response for Yemeni refugees in Djibouti. Donations can be made through the organization’s various channels, including its mobile application and website, or by contacting the call center on 44290000. Donations can also be made through Qatar Charity branches and collection points in shopping malls. New Arrivals Continue to Reach Obock Ms. Ghada Ezzeldin, Director of Qatar Charity’s Office in Djibouti, said the organization’s relief team had been working since its arrival in Obock to assess the immediate needs of newly arrived Yemeni families on the ground. She noted that the humanitarian needs are significant and multifaceted, particularly in relation to shelter, essential supplies and daily necessities. Qatar Charity has begun providing urgent assistance through the distribution of essential relief items, stressing that the situation requires a sustained response and concerted efforts by humanitarian actors and partners to address the growing needs, particularly as new families continue to arrive in the area. Coordinating Humanitarian Efforts Obock Governorate, represented by Governor Moussa Moussa, commended Qatar Charity’s humanitarian intervention, stressing that the scale of the crisis and the needs of affected families require concerted efforts among humanitarian organizations and partners. Qatar Charity is coordinating its response with the International Organization for Migration (IOM), as well as the Obock Governorate and relevant government authorities, with the aim of coordinating humanitarian efforts, identifying priorities and reaching families most in need. The response comes amid the arrival of large numbers of Yemenis in Obock since 10 September, with approximately 2,400 people arriving within a short period, while new families continue to reach the area. Qatar Charity continues to monitor the situation on the ground in coordination with its partners, assess emerging needs and implement additional interventions in line with developments and the scale of humanitarian needs, helping to alleviate the hardship faced by affected families.

22/09/2026

Qatar Charity Provides School Supplies to Orphans in Rwanda
As part of its ongoing efforts to support orphans and help them continue their education, Qatar Charity (QC), through its Rwanda Branch, distributed school supplies to orphans to help them prepare for the new academic year. The initiative coincides with Qatar Charity’s Education Campaign 2026 and aims to provide students with the essential learning supplies they need to return to school with confidence. A total of 64 school kits were distributed, each containing essential educational supplies for the academic year. The support is intended to ease the financial burden on families and encourage students to attend school regularly and continue their education in a more supportive and stable environment. “Rofaqa” Initiative The project was implemented as part of Qatar Charity’s “Rofaqa” initiative, which provides comprehensive care and support for orphans and other sponsored individuals worldwide. Under this initiative, Qatar Charity currently sponsors around 226,000 orphans and other sponsored individuals. Its support goes beyond monthly financial assistance to include educational, health, social, psychological and development support aimed at helping orphans build their capabilities, become more self-reliant and pursue their aspirations. Education is a key component of Qatar Charity’s comprehensive care for orphans. By helping children access and continue their education, Qatar Charity seeks to improve their future opportunities and equip them with the knowledge and skills needed to contribute to their communities and lead more stable and dignified lives. Supporting the Campaign The initiative supports Qatar Charity’s Education Campaign 2026, which aims to reach around 123,000 globally. Qatar Charity called on donors to support the campaign and help more children continue their education.
21/09/2026 More details  
Qatar Charity to Participate in the 81st Session of the United Nations General Assembly
The 81st session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA81) will bring world leaders, international organizations, civil society and other stakeholders to New York for a high-level week of dialogue on some of the world’s most pressing challenges. Taking place at a time of mounting humanitarian needs, declining aid resources and profound geopolitical and technological shifts, this year’s session will provide an important platform for renewed international cooperation and collective action. Qatar Charity will participate in UNGA81 as part of its continued engagement with the international humanitarian and development community and its efforts to strengthen partnerships, amplify the perspectives of the Global South, and advance more inclusive and effective approaches to international cooperation. The Qatar Charity delegation will be headed by Mr. Yousuf AlKuwari, Chief Executive Officer, accompanied by members of the organization’s senior management. During their presence in New York, the delegation will participate in a series of high-level discussions, roundtables and parallel events addressing issues spanning humanitarian action, the right to development, the use of artificial intelligence in humanitarian work, refugee protection, and the evolving international development landscape. The delegation will also hold a series of high-level bilateral meetings with representatives of governments, United Nations agencies, international and national NGOs, and private-sector partners. These engagements will provide an opportunity to exchange perspectives on the mounting challenges facing the humanitarian and development sectors, including shrinking aid budgets, widening funding gaps, protracted crises, growing humanitarian needs and the need for more sustainable and equitable models of international cooperation. Qatar Charity’s participation will particularly seek to underline the growing role of Global South actors in shaping the humanitarian and development sector, including their contribution to policy discussions, decision-making and the design of solutions rooted in the realities and priorities of affected communities. Qatar Charity will also seek to highlight the potential of Islamic philanthropy as an important source of financing and partnership for sustainable development, particularly at a time when traditional aid resources are increasingly constrained. Drawing on its experience in aligning faith-based giving with the SDGs, Qatar Charity will engage partners on how instruments of Islamic philanthropy and community-based giving can complement traditional development financing, mobilize additional resources, and contribute to the achievement of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development. UNGA81 will also provide an opportunity for Qatar Charity to forge and strengthen alliances around its key advocacy priorities, particularly child protection and wellbeing, localisation and locally led action, and the empowerment of women and girls. Through these engagements, Qatar Charity will seek to identify areas for practical collaboration, knowledge exchange and joint advocacy with partners across sectors. Commenting ahead of the visit, Mr. Yousf AlKuwari, CEO of Qatar Charity, said: “At a time when humanitarian needs continue to grow while resources are increasingly constrained, strengthening cooperation and building effective partnerships is more important than ever. UNGA provides an important opportunity to listen, exchange perspectives and explore solutions together. Qatar Charity looks forward to contributing the experience and perspectives of the Global South, strengthening the voice of communities and local actors, and building alliances that can translate our shared priorities into meaningful action.” Through its participation in UNGA81, Qatar Charity aims to deepen existing partnerships, establish new avenues for cooperation and contribute to international discussions on building a humanitarian and development system that is more inclusive, locally rooted, innovative and responsive to the changing realities facing communities around the world.
21/09/2026 More details  
Somali Prime Minister Hails Qatar Charity-Sponsored Winners
Somali Prime Minister Hamza Abdi Barre has hailed three Qatar Charity-sponsored Somali orphans after they swept the top three places in the international “Rofaqa” category of the Sheikh Jassim bin Mohammed bin Thani Quran Competition. The event, held recently in Qatar, drew hundreds of orphaned contestants from around the world. Barre also praised Qatar Charity’s longstanding support for orphan care and education in Somalia. The Prime Minister made the remarks while receiving the winners at his office in Mogadishu. Competing in the full Quran memorization category, Abdulghani Abdulqadir Sheikh Hussein claimed first place, Abdulrahman Qasim Mohammed took second, and Abdulrahman Ahmed Mahmoud secured third. A Triumph for Somalia Barre commended Qatar Charity for combining orphan care with education and empowerment, helping young people excel academically and in Quranic studies. He said the students’ success underscores the respected status of Quran memorizers in Somali society and highlights the country’s promising talent in Islamic and Quranic studies. Describing the clean sweep as “a source of pride for the Somali people,” he urged the winners to continue memorizing and teaching the Quran and promoting its values in their communities. The Prime Minister announced that the three winners would receive free education under the same support granted to the country’s top performers in the national secondary school certificate examinations. Reaffirming the federal government’s commitment to Quranic education and gifted students, he told them: “in the government are proud of you for winning first, second, and third places in this international competition. Your achievement is an honor for all Somalis, and I will direct the Ministry of Education to provide you with free education in support of your academic journey.” The winners were among 389 contestants from 20 countries who entered the international “Rofaqa” competition for orphans, organized by Qatar Charity in partnership with Qatar’s Ministry of Endowments and Islamic Affairs. A select group advanced to the final round. The “Rofaqa” category is the Sheikh Jassim bin Mohammed bin Thani Quran Competition’s first international category dedicated to orphans sponsored by Qatar Charity. Open to participants aged 12 to 20, it offers a competitive Quran memorization platform within an educational setting that combines Quranic excellence with humanitarian care. Ambassador Praises Investment in Talent Dr. Mohammed Ahmed Sheikh Ali, Somalia’s Ambassador to Qatar, also congratulated the winners, saying their clean sweep reflected the value of investing in people. He said the result showed how sustained care, education, and training can turn talent into achievement. The Ambassador highlighted Qatar Charity’s leading role in caring for and empowering orphans, noting that its programs extend beyond meeting basic needs. They identify talent, build capabilities, and create opportunities for children to shape a better future and excel across a range of fields. He described the “Rofaqa” Initiative as an advanced model of orphan care, with education, capacity-building, and character development at its core. The approach, he said, strengthens children’s confidence, unlocks their potential, and equips them to contribute meaningfully to their communities. Education at the Heart of Development The Ambassador also praised Qatar Charity’s decades of humanitarian and development work in Somalia, particularly its investment in education through school construction, educational projects, and sponsorships for students and orphans. He said these efforts have helped produce thousands of qualified professionals who now serve in government institutions and the private sector, contributing to development and stability. In recent years alone, he added, Qatar Charity has supported 4,000 university students in Somalia, most of whom have since joined the public and private sectors. He said the trio’s success offers tangible evidence of the lasting impact of investment in education and orphan care. It also illustrates Qatar Charity’s approach of moving beneficiaries beyond care toward empowerment and achievement, while underscoring education’s central role in development and in building a better future. About the “Rofaqa” Initiative Qatar Charity’s “Rofaqa” Initiative is the world’s largest umbrella program for sponsoring orphans and other vulnerable groups. It currently provides comprehensive care to more than 226,000 beneficiaries across dozens of countries, including 22,000 orphaned children in different regions of Somalia.
20/09/2026 More details  

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