2/19/2026
With the support of the Qatari peoples, Qatar Charity began, from the first day of the holy month of Ramadan, the implementation of its Iftar project in 42 countries worldwide, as part of this year’s Ramadan campaign "Good Starts With You "In the Republic of Djibouti, where thousands of people from the most vulnerable families especially families of orphans and people with special needs benefited.
So far, the project has supported 3,600 people in Djibouti through the distribution of Ramadan food baskets containing basic food supplies that meet the needs of beneficiary families throughout the month of Ramadan, helping them observe the fast with ease and reassurance. A total of 600 Ramadan baskets has been distributed so far.
Promoting the values of solidarity
The project was launched in the presence of officials from the Ministry of Social Affairs and the National Agency for Persons with Disabilities in Djibouti, reaffirming the importance of partnership and cooperation in implementing humanitarian initiatives targeted toward the most vulnerable groups.
In this context, Mr. Mahmoud Robleh, Advisor to the Minister of Social Affairs, expressed his joy at the implementation of this year’s project, emphasizing that it will help meet the essential needs of many families and enable them to fast during Ramadan under better conditions, while strengthening the values of social solidarity and cohesion within the community.
For his part, the Head of International Relations at the National Agency for Persons with Disabilities stressed that the Ramadan basket project represents crucial support for persons with disabilities, given the economic and health challenges many of them face. He noted that such initiatives reflect growing awareness of the importance of integrating this group and ensuring their access to basic rights without discrimination. He added that partnerships with supporting organizations contribute to expanding the social protection network and reaching as many beneficiaries as possible.
Beneficiaries expressed their great happiness with these food baskets, which provide essential support during the holy month, praising the efforts of Qatar’s donors who continue to assist them.
Joy of the beneficiaries
Ms. Zahra Mohammed, a mother of orphans sponsored by Qatar Charity, said that this project has become one of the initiatives eagerly awaited by families every year. She stated:
“Even our children’s joy in welcoming Ramadan has become linked to receiving these baskets. We thank the generous donors for their kindness, which eases many burdens on us.”
Several beneficiaries with special needs also expressed their gratitude for this humanitarian gesture, confirming that the Ramadan basket is not merely food supplies, but also a symbol of care and inclusion. One of them said:
“We face additional challenges in securing our daily needs, and these baskets lift a great burden off us, especially in Ramadan when expenses increase.”
Supporting the project
It is worth noting that the Iftar project is being implemented as part of Qatar Charity’s Ramadan campaign in 42 countries around the world, supported by generous donors. The assistance is offered either through Ramadan baskets containing essential food supplies sufficient for families throughout the month, or through daily ready-made Iftar meals. It is expected that 480,299 people will benefit from this project this year.
Qatar Charity urges benefactors to continue supporting its Ramadan projects, contributing to expanding the number of beneficiaries and reaching as many vulnerable groups as possible worldwide.