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Qatar Charity Provides Healthcare Support to 14,904 Vulnerable People in Rwanda with Funding from Qatar’s Ministry of Endowments and Islamic Affairs

As part of its efforts to strengthen social protection and improve access to healthcare for the most vulnerable groups, Qatar Charity has implemented a comprehensive healthcare project in Rwanda, benefiting 14,904 people over the course of a full year. The project was funded by Qatar’s Ministry of Endowments and Islamic Affairs and implemented in coordination with the relevant Rwandan government authorities and institutions. The project aims to help eligible families access essential and specialized healthcare services without financial hardship by covering their contributions to Rwanda’s community-based health insurance scheme. This support helps improve beneficiaries’ health and well-being, enhance their quality of life, and strengthen household stability. A Trusted Humanitarian Partnership As part of follow-up visits to monitor the project’s implementation and strengthen cooperation with official partners, Mr. Godfrey Kayigana, Director General of Social Affairs and Community Development at Rwanda’s Ministry of Local Government, highlighted the project’s humanitarian impact and its role in expanding access to essential healthcare services for vulnerable families. The Rwandan official expressed his sincere appreciation to Qatar Charity for its effective management of the project and its commitment to transparency in beneficiary selection. He noted that these efforts help ensure that assistance reaches those who need it most, contributing to their well-being and supporting sustainable development within Rwandan society. He also described Qatar Charity as a trusted partner in humanitarian and development work. Beneficiaries were selected in coordination with Rwanda’s Ministry of Local Government and the Mufti of the Republic of Rwanda, Sheikh Musa Sindayigana. This coordination helped ensure that support reached the most vulnerable families in accordance with clear and transparent criteria, prioritizing those with the greatest needs. Strengthening Health Security During field visits, the delegation followed up on the project’s progress and met with several beneficiaries, who spoke about the importance of the health insurance coverage provided through the initiative. The beneficiaries expressed their appreciation for being able to access healthcare services covered by the scheme, explaining that the cost of medical care had previously made it difficult for them to obtain the treatment they needed, given their limited incomes and household expenses. The project reflects the commitment of Qatar’s Ministry of Endowments and Islamic Affairs to supporting sustainable development programmes implemented by Qatar Charity and strengthening health security for vulnerable groups. It also embodies the values of solidarity and humanitarian cooperation, contributing to a better quality of life for thousands of people and their families.

15/10/2026

Qatar Charity Delivers New Relief Aid to Flood-Affected Families in Sri Lanka
As part of its ongoing response to Cyclone Ditwah and the resulting floods in Sri Lanka, Qatar Charity (QC) distributed kitchen kits and essential household items to 560 affected families across four administrative divisions in Puttalam District. The project was implemented with the support of benefactors in Qatar at a cost of QR 266,575. Restoring Daily Life The project aims to help families, who lost their belongings, resume their daily routines, ease the hardships they face during the recovery period, and restore a sense of stability within their households. The assistance included essential cooking utensils and household items. Many families had lost these necessities after their homes were damaged or their belongings were swept away by the floods. The intervention addressed urgent needs in the affected communities, particularly among low-income families unable to replace the items they had lost. The distributed supplies will enable them to prepare meals at home and manage their household needs more independently. Appreciation for the Support Beneficiary Anne Roshani expressed her gratitude, saying: “The floods washed away all my belongings. The items Qatar Charity provided me today are worth more than 100 times their material value to me.” Another beneficiary, Navodya Saubagya, said: “I am very happy to receive the kitchen kits provided by Qatar Charity following the floods. I extend my sincere thanks to Qatar Charity and the benefactors who supported this assistance.” Ayesha Prasadi, Divisional Secretary of Arachchikattuwa, also praised the initiative. She noted that 360 families, whose homes had been completely destroyed, received kitchen kits. She also thanked Qatar Charity for supporting the affected households. The project supports families’ recovery by helping them regain stability and manage their daily needs independently. It also reflects Qatar Charity’s commitment to delivering assistance that preserves the dignity of disaster-affected communities and helps them rebuild their lives. Continued Relief Response The initiative builds on Qatar Charity’s earlier response to the cyclone, which included the distribution of 1,800 food baskets to affected families during the immediate aftermath of the disaster. Qatar Charity also provided Sri Lanka’s Disaster Management Centre with equipment to support search-and-rescue operations, including boat engines, electric generators, and water pumps. The equipment strengthened the authorities’ ability to reach affected communities and respond to emergencies.
14/10/2026 More details  
Qatar Charity Opens Egypt Office to Expand Humanitarian Cooperation
Qatar Charity (QC) has opened an office in Egypt as part of efforts to strengthen humanitarian and development cooperation between Qatari and Egyptian organizations. The new office will provide a platform for coordinating humanitarian programs, exchanging expertise and developing partnerships to support vulnerable communities in Egypt and people affected by protracted crises in the region. The office was inaugurated at an official ceremony in Cairo attended by Dr. Maya Morsy, Egypt’s Minister of Social Solidarity; Sheikh Hamad bin Nasser bin Jassim Al Thani, Chairman of Qatar Charity’s Board of Directors; and Sheikh Jassim bin Abdulrahman Al-Thani, Qatar’s Ambassador to Egypt and Permanent Representative to the League of Arab States. Also present at the ceremony were members of Qatar Charity’s Board of Directors, the organization’s CEO, senior officials, Egyptian government representatives, and members of civil society organizations. The opening of the office underscores the shared aspiration to strengthen cooperation between the two brotherly nations and foster more effective and sustainable humanitarian and development partnerships. Drawing on the experience of both Qatar Charity and Egyptian organizations, the office is expected to expand opportunities for joint action and enhance support for vulnerable communities. The Cairo office is Qatar Charity’s 35th field office worldwide. The organization works in around 70 countries through its field offices and partnerships with UN agencies, international humanitarian organizations and local charitable associations. Qatar Charity’s field offices enable it to assess needs, respond quickly to humanitarian emergencies, support sustainable development, and directly monitor projects. The offices also help strengthen cooperation with international organizations and local partners while ensuring alignment with the policies and plans of the countries in which Qatar Charity operates. Chairman’s Remarks In his keynote address at the ceremony, Sheikh Hamad bin Nasser bin Jassim Al Thani, Minister of State and Chairman of Qatar Charity’s Board of Directors, said: “We are pleased to witness the opening of Qatar Charity’s office in the Arab Republic of Egypt, a step that reflects the deep-rooted fraternal ties between Qatar and Egypt and further strengthens cooperation in the humanitarian and development fields. On this occasion, we extend our sincere gratitude to His Highness Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, Amir of the State of Qatar, for his continued support of humanitarian and charitable work, which has enabled it to advance its noble mission and expand its impact regionally and internationally. We also express our appreciation to President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi of the Arab Republic of Egypt for the support, cooperation and facilitation provided to humanitarian and development initiatives, which have helped strengthen partnerships between charitable organizations in the two brotherly countries.” He also expressed his appreciation to Dr. Maya Morsy, Egypt’s Minister of Social Solidarity, for attending the inauguration ceremony. He further thanked Sheikh Jassim bin Abdulrahman Al-Thani, Ambassador of the State of Qatar to Egypt and Permanent Representative to the League of Arab States, as well as members of the Qatari diplomatic mission, for their valuable efforts in supporting the establishment of the office and helping make this milestone possible. He added: “The opening of this office, our 35th field office worldwide, marks an important strategic milestone in Qatar Charity’s efforts to expand its humanitarian and development impact and strengthen its presence close to the communities it serves. The office will provide a platform for building stronger partnerships with leading Egyptian humanitarian and development organizations and for leveraging shared expertise to support vulnerable groups in Egypt and people affected by protracted humanitarian crises elsewhere. Through the new office, Qatar Charity plans to implement an integrated program of humanitarian, development and social welfare initiatives worth more than QR 36 million (US$10 million), reflecting its commitment to fostering effective development partnerships, supporting sustainable development, and expanding its positive humanitarian impact.” The Chairman of Qatar Charity’s Board of Directors stressed that the opening of the office reflects the organization’s belief that the most effective humanitarian action is one that remains close to the communities it serves and is carried out alongside national institutions in line with the strategies of host countries. For her part, Dr. Maya Morsy, Egypt’s Minister of Social Solidarity, said that the inauguration of Qatar Charity’s office in Egypt marks a new step toward expanding institutional, humanitarian and development cooperation between the two brotherly countries, building on the growing partnership fostered under the leadership of President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi and His Highness Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani. She expressed hope that the new office would further strengthen cooperation by bringing together shared expertise, capabilities and visions. Dr. Morsy noted that previous period had witnessed successful collaboration between Qatar Charity and Egyptian institutions, particularly in responding to humanitarian crises and supporting relief efforts. In this regard, she highlighted Egyptian-Qatari cooperation since October 2023 to help address urgent humanitarian needs in the Gaza Strip, in coordination with the relevant national mechanisms responsible for coordinating humanitarian assistance to Gaza. Dr. Maya Morsy, Egypt’s Minister of Social Solidarity, stressed that this experience highlights the importance of integrating efforts and expertise among humanitarian institutions in both countries. She noted that social and humanitarian action becomes more effective when it is built on partnership, mutual trust, and the exchange of expertise, strengthening the ability to respond swiftly and reach people in need at the right time and place. She added that the opening of Qatar Charity’s office carries significant institutional value, providing a new platform for communication and coordination and creating broader opportunities for closer, more consistent, and sustainable partnerships. Dr. Morsy noted that Egypt’s Ministry of Social Solidarity regards civil society organizations as key partners in social work, emphasizing that the strength of any organization lies not in a single institution but in its ability to bring different stakeholders together around a shared social and charitable purpose. Dr. Maya Morsy also noted that Egypt’s Ministry of Social Solidarity welcomes all initiatives that strengthen cooperation between Egyptian and Arab organizations, particularly Qatar Charity, and create new opportunities for knowledge-sharing, capacity building, and partnership models based on professionalism and good governance. She stressed that growing humanitarian challenges make collaboration among institutions more important than ever, emphasizing that meaningful impact can only be achieved through the integration of expertise, resources, knowledge, capabilities, commitment, and collective action. Concluding her remarks, Dr. Morsy expressed her aspiration to further strengthen cooperation between Egypt’s Ministry of Social Solidarity and Qatar Charity in the coming period. She said she hopes the new office will serve as a starting point for partnerships with Egyptian institutions and a natural extension of the strong ties between the two brotherly nations. Congratulating Qatar Charity on the opening of its office in Egypt, she wished its leadership and staff continued success and expressed confidence that the office would help make social and humanitarian action more impactful and sustainable. The event included a presentation highlighting Qatar Charity’s achievements over nearly four decades of humanitarian work. At the end of the ceremony, Qatar Charity honored Dr. Maya Morsy, Egypt’s Minister of Social Solidarity, in recognition of her support for the inauguration of the organization’s new office in Egypt. Achievements and Future Plans Over the years, Qatar Charity has developed strong partnerships with several leading Egyptian institutions dedicated to supporting vulnerable communities. Since the beginning of 2026, the organization, through its partners in Egypt, has implemented 37 humanitarian and development projects, benefiting more than 277,000 people in Egypt and in countries affected by protracted crises, particularly Palestine, Sudan, and Yemen. Valued at over QR 12 million, the initiatives have focused on food security, healthcare, shelter, water and sanitation, and social welfare, and were delivered in partnership with prominent Egyptian humanitarian organizations. During the inauguration ceremony, Qatar Charity unveiled a comprehensive plan for humanitarian, development, and social welfare programs through its Egypt office, valued at more than QR 36 million (US$10 million). The plan underscores the organization’s commitment to fostering effective development partnerships, advancing sustainable development, and reinforcing the values of humanitarian cooperation and solidarity.
13/10/2026 More details  
Qatar Charity Provides 145 Sewing Machines to Women in Burkina Faso
With the support of generous donors, Qatar Charity (QC) has implemented around 145 economic empowerment projects in Burkina Faso, providing sewing machines and supplies to women and girls from vulnerable communities and internally displaced families. Benefiting 1,015 people, the initiative forms part of QC’s efforts to strengthen livelihoods and promote economic self-reliance among those most in need. The initiative is designed to help beneficiaries launch income-generating activities or expand their existing businesses, improving their living conditions and advancing their economic and social inclusion. The support is especially significant amid the difficult circumstances facing many families and internally displaced people. Building a Future The project was implemented in coordination with Burkina Faso’s Ministry of Family and Solidarity, which oversaw the distribution of sewing machines. The ministry commended its partnership with Qatar Charity, describing QC as a trusted partner whose work supports government priorities in social protection and economic empowerment. It also highlighted QC’s contribution to expanding access to vocational opportunities and improving livelihoods for vulnerable groups, particularly women, orphans and internally displaced people. Beneficiaries said Qatar Charity’s support had transformed their lives by providing them with a sustainable source of income, greater financial stability and a stronger ability to meet their daily needs. Sonde Elodie, an orphan in the final year of her vocational training, said receiving a sewing machine had given her a genuine opportunity to build a career. Before receiving the support, she had worried about how she would establish herself and become self-reliant after graduation. She said the assistance would enable her to work, gain experience and save enough to open her own workshop before returning to her village to live near her family. Success Stories Sarah Sorgo, another beneficiary, said she now runs her own tailoring business and trains two apprentices. The project has given her financial independence, enabling her to contribute to household expenses and improve her family’s living conditions. She said the equipment had changed the course of her life by opening the door to productive and dignified work. Fellow beneficiary Hélène Ouédraogo said the sewing machine had enabled her to earn an income, support her family and help meet their needs. She expressed her gratitude to the donors and supporters who made the project possible. Promoting Professional Inclusion Bernadette Sou Bar, an official at a center affiliated with the Ministry of Family and Solidarity, praised Qatar Charity’s support for women and girls. She said providing graduates with sewing machines and equipment was a vital step in turning vocational training into tangible opportunities for employment and production. Many young women, she noted, had struggled to enter the workforce after graduation because they lacked the necessary equipment. Qatar Charity’s support, she added, was therefore helping to advance their professional and economic inclusion.
12/10/2026 More details  

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