RAMALLAH: Kuwait’s Namaa Charity announced last week the implementation of a series of urgent humanitarian projects in Gaza to support families affected by the severe humanitarian crisis in the besieged enclave. In a statement, the society said the projects included the distribution of 250 food baskets benefiting more than 1,000 people, the provision of clothing for 500 individuals, and the establishment of 106 shelter tents for displaced families — all carried out in cooperation with relief agencies accredited by Kuwait’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs. Khaled Al-Shammari, Head of the Projects and Relief Sector at Namaa Charity, said the initiatives were part of Kuwait’s long-standing humanitarian role in assisting those in need. “The society has implemented a package of urgent relief projects in Gaza out of awareness of the escalating humanitarian suffering there and in affirmation of Kuwait’s original role in aiding the distressed and supporting those affected by crises,” Al-Shammari said.
He added that the food baskets contained essential items to meet basic needs under Gaza’s harsh living conditions, benefiting families struggling to secure daily necessities. “The association gave special attention to clothing, implementing a project that benefited more than 500 people to help families cope with the difficult climatic and living conditions,” he explained.
Al-Shammari noted that 106 emergency tents were also set up to “secure dignified shelter that preserves human dignity and provides the minimum requirements for stability.” He emphasized that all projects were carried out in partnership with organizations approved by the Foreign Ministry to ensure that aid reaches those most in need “as quickly as possible and with the highest levels of transparency and reliability.”
“Kuwait’s charitable work has never been random or based on individual efforts but a well-coordinated institutional system,” Al-Shammari said, adding that this initiative reflects “Kuwait’s integrated approach to meeting urgent needs of our brothers in Gaza.”
He extended his gratitude to His Highness the Amir Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah for his continued support of humanitarian causes and to His Highness the Crown Prince Sheikh Sabah Al-Khaled Al-Hamad Al-Sabah for his vision in strengthening Kuwait’s humanitarian role. Al-Shammari also praised the cooperation of the Ministry of Social Affairs and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, saying their coordination “ensures the continuity and effectiveness of charitable work locally and internationally.” — KUNA
