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Qatar Charity distributes Ramadan food baskets in Pakistan, Bangladesh, Georgia, and Côte d’Ivoire

As part of its Ramadan campaign “Good Starts With You,” and with support from donors in Qatar, Qatar Charity (QC) continues to implement its “Feed the Fasting” project by distributing Ramadan food baskets in Pakistan, Bangladesh, Georgia, and Côte d’Ivoire. The distributions are carried out in cooperation with Qatari embassies to support underprivileged families and ease their hardships during the holy month of Ramadan. The project supports families most in need during Ramadan by providing food baskets with essential items, ensuring enough food for the entire month. Pakistan In Pakistan, Qatar Charity distributed food baskets to more than 6,888 vulnerable people in Rawalpindi, Punjab, including women‑headed families, persons with disabilities, orphans, and the elderly. Bangladesh In Bangladesh, the “Feed the Fasting” project benefited 12,470 people from orphan families and underprivileged households by providing food baskets for the entire month of Ramadan. In this context, 580 Ramadan food baskets were distributed to needy families in cooperation with the Embassy of the State of Qatar in Dhaka, as part of Qatar’s ongoing humanitarian efforts. Georgia Similarly, Qatar Charity, in cooperation with the Embassy of the State of Qatar in Tbilisi, distributed Ramadan food baskets in several areas of Georgia to support needy families during the holy month. Côte d’Ivoire In Côte d’Ivoire, Qatar Charity, in cooperation with the Embassy of the State of Qatar in Abidjan, distributed Ramadan food baskets to underprivileged families. Mr. Rashid bin Humaidi Al‑Muqarrah, Acting Chargé d’Affaires of the Embassy of the State of Qatar in Abidjan, took part in the distribution to 520 families, benefiting about 3,200 people, in addition to hot Iftar meals provided to the most vulnerable in West Africa.

26/02/2026

Qatar Charity Distributes More Than 100,000 Hot Meals to Fasting people in Ghana and Côte d’Ivoire
Qatar Charity’s offices in Ghana and Côte d’Ivoire have launched the Iftar for the Fasting project, distributing 100,000 hot iftar meals to needy families, sponsored individuals, and the most vulnerable groups in the two countries, as part of the Ramadan campaign 'the Good Starts with You'. The teams of Qatar Charity in Ghana began distributing the hot Ramadan meals across many centers in the largest Ghanaian cities the capital Accra, and the cities of Kumasi, Tamale, and Wa in northern Ghana. Promoting Solidarity Hassan Ouda, Director of Qatar Charity in Ghana and Côte d’Ivoire, revealed that the number of beneficiaries of the Iftar for the Fasting project exceeds 100,000. He said that Qatar Charity organizes regular group iftars at one of the community centers in Abidjan, where a communal iftar is held for local residents to enhance the spirit of faith, brotherhood, and social cohesion. The event is attended by orphan families, people with disabilities, and other vulnerable groups. Iftars Qatar Charity teams distribute daily iftar meals at mosques built by the organization and hold daily group iftars for Muslims at boarding schools and Qur’an memorization centers. This year, the project will be implemented in four major cities in Ghana, benefiting fasting Muslims from low‑income families across the country, in coordination with the Department of Religious Affairs. A Positive Impact Several beneficiaries of the hot Ramadan meals expressed their gratitude and appreciation to the good people of Qatar for providing these ready Ramadan meals. They highlighted the significant positive impact of distributing freshly prepared iftar meals from top specialized restaurants. One beneficiary said that Qatar Charity provided hot meals at their mosque originally built by Qatar Charity in the densely populated Muslim area of Zongo, where the teams began distributing iftar meals to fasting Muslims from the first day of Ramadan. Appreciation for the People of Goodness Several beneficiaries including sponsored individuals and low‑income families—expressed their thanks and appreciation to the philanthropists in Qatar who donated to the Iftar for the Fasting project.
24/02/2026 More details  
Qatar Charity begins immediate implementation of 53 competitive projects
As part of its newly adopted procedures to accelerate project delivery, Qatar Charity (QC) has commenced the immediate implementation of 53 competitive development projects upon receipt of donations, as of the fifth day of the holy month of Ramadan. This approach coincides with Qatar Charity’s Ramadan campaign, “Good Starts With You”, and reflects a practical translation of the organization’s new operational mechanisms, introduced at the beginning of this year. These measures are designed to ensure the rapid execution of development projects immediately after they are funded by donors. To enable swift implementation, Qatar Charity completed advance preparations ahead of Ramadan for 4,213 development projects across four key sectors: education and culture, economic empowerment, social housing, and water and sanitation. The projects will be implemented across nine Asian and African countries, namely: Bangladesh, Indonesia, Tanzania, Niger, Djibouti, Sri Lanka, Kenya, Nigeria, and Chad. The new mechanisms adopted by Qatar Charity to ensure rapid project execution include the advance preparation of targeted sites by identifying proposed regions and cities and verifying their on-the-ground readiness. This allows work to begin immediately once a project is approved. The measures also include early contracting procedures, through the preparation of framework agreements in advance with contractors and suppliers, enabling immediate contracting once funding is received and significantly reducing procedural timelines. In addition, government permits and licenses are secured in advance to avoid implementation delays, while beneficiary selection and due diligence processes are completed prior to funding, ensuring that execution begins as soon as a project is launched. In a press statement, Mr. Ibrahim Abdulrahman Al-Janahi, Director of Development Operations at Qatar Charity, said that these measures—implemented through close coordination between the organization’s executive management at headquarters, its field offices, and partners—will significantly reduce project implementation timelines and maximize humanitarian impact for beneficiaries. He added that the new approach also strengthens Qatar Charity’s relationship with donors from both the individual and institutional sectors. Mr. Al‑Janahi said that Qatar Charity aims to apply these procedures to all its projects as soon as possible. Qatar Charity urges donors to continue supporting its Ramadan campaign projects to reach as many beneficiaries as possible.
23/02/2026 More details  
Qatar Charity lays foundation stone for integrated educational complex in Sri Lanka
With generous support from donors in the State of Qatar, Qatar Charity (QC) has laid the foundation stone for the Qatar Charity Educational Complex at Al‑Hikma School in the Ampara District of eastern Sri Lanka. The ceremony was attended by representatives from the Ministry of Education, members of the local executive committee for school development, community leaders, parents, and students. The project forms part of Qatar Charity’s ongoing efforts to improve learning environments, enhance educational quality, and raise students’ academic achievement, contributing to sustainable development in underserved communities. The project involves the construction of a fully integrated educational complex covering an area of 1,400 square metres within Al‑Hikma School, which currently serves around 500 male and female students at the primary and preparatory levels. The complex will comprise three educational buildings: the first will include eight classrooms, the second four classrooms, in addition to a multi‑purpose hall for events and meetings. The third building will house a library, a science laboratory, and several administrative offices, along with a water well, sanitation facilities, service pathways, and other essential infrastructure. The total cost of the project is approximately QAR 2.5 million, funded by philanthropists from the State of Qatar. Speaking at the ceremony, Mr. Mahmoud Abu Khalifa, Country Director of Qatar Charity’s Sri Lanka Branch, said the project reflects Qatar Charity’s strategic vision of supporting sustainable development sectors, foremost among them education, by expanding access to quality learning opportunities and creating a safe, motivating educational environment. He noted that investing in education plays a central role in community advancement, poverty reduction, and comprehensive development, and expressed his deep appreciation to the people of Qatar for their continued support of humanitarian and development initiatives worldwide. He also praised the constructive cooperation with government and local authorities in Sri Lanka. For his part, Mr. Sayed Ahmed Jazaher Mohammed, Principal of Al‑Hikma School, said the school’s students have achieved outstanding results at district, provincial, and national levels, describing these achievements as a source of pride for them. However, he noted that despite this success, the school has long faced a shortage of essential facilities, including classrooms, computer and science laboratories, and suitable administrative offices. He added that selecting Al‑Hikma School for this project has brought great joy to both students and staff, stressing that the new educational complex will have a tangible and lasting impact on the quality of education and on the local community. He extended his sincere thanks to Qatar Charity and donors in Qatar for their vital contribution to the education sector. Meanwhile, Ahmed Mohi El‑Din Rahmatullah, Director of Education for the Akkaraipattu Zone in the Ampara District, affirmed that the initiative represents crucial support in addressing the challenges facing school development. He commended the generous donations for their direct impact on strengthening the education sector and serving future generations. Students of Al‑Hikma School expressed their happiness with the project by taking part in welcoming guests at the ceremony, which featured performances by the school’s scout group and a range of cultural presentations reflecting Sri Lanka’s rich heritage. Alongside this project, Qatar Charity’s Sri Lanka Branch continues to implement a wide range of development initiatives across the country, including the construction of schools and additional classrooms, establishment of health centers, drilling of hundreds of water wells, and building homes for vulnerable families. Qatar Charity’s efforts also extend to various social, health, and educational projects, in line with the Sri Lankan government’s national development strategy across multiple sectors.
22/02/2026 More details  

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