Implementation of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques' program to provide Iftar meals for fasting people in Somalia
As part of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia's ongoing humanitarian and Islamic efforts across the globe, the Ministry of Islamic Affairs, Dawah and Guidance, represented by the Religious Attaché at the Kingdom's Embassy in Djibouti, implemented the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques' program for providing Iftar meals to fasting Muslims in Somalia. This charitable initiative embodies the noble Islamic values that the wise leadership is keen to promote, and reaffirms the Kingdom's leading role in supporting its brothers and sisters and alleviating their suffering during the blessed month of Ramadan.
The Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques' program to provide Iftar meals for fasting people in Somalia has commenced
The official launch of the program took place at the Islamic Solidarity Center in the Somali capital, with a prominent official and public presence. The ceremony was attended by His Excellency the Deputy Ambassador of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, Mr. Saeed Al-Qahtani, along with a number of officials and prominent Islamic figures. Among those present were the President of the Somali Scholars Council, Dr. Yusuf Ali Ante, the President of Imam Al-Marwazi University, Dr. Abdulqadir Hussein Tahlo, and the Director of the Islamic Solidarity Center, Dr. Sharif Abdulrahman Al-Assow. This blessed project aims to provide meals for approximately 7,000 fasting individuals throughout Somalia. It is being implemented under the direct supervision of the Religious Attaché in Djibouti and in full coordination with the Embassy of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia in Somalia to ensure that the aid reaches those in need in the best possible way.
The historical context of Saudi humanitarian support in the Horn of Africa
Saudi support for the Republic of Somalia and the Horn of Africa is not a recent development, but rather a continuation of decades of solidarity and Islamic brotherhood. Historically, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia has stood by the Somali people in their darkest hours, whether during severe droughts or economic crises that have plagued the country. Ramadan programs, such as distributing dates and providing meals for those fasting, are a natural extension of this long-standing humanitarian legacy. These initiatives reflect the Kingdom's unwavering commitment to its Arab and Islamic neighbors, as successive Saudi governments have consistently established air and sea bridges to deliver urgent and sustained relief, making the Kingdom one of the largest donors and supporters of Somalia's stability and development.
The regional and international impact of Ramadan solidarity programs
The implementation of such relief programs has dimensions that extend far beyond simply providing breakfast meals, reaching local, regional, and international levels. Locally, the program helps alleviate the financial burdens on thousands of impoverished Somali families, bringing joy and happiness to their hearts during this holy month. Regionally, these initiatives strengthen the bonds of brotherhood and solidarity among the peoples of the region and underscore the deep bilateral relations between Riyadh and Mogadishu. Internationally, these efforts highlight the pivotal role of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia as a leading soft power in the field of global humanitarian work, and reaffirm its commitment to achieving food security and supporting vulnerable communities in accordance with the tolerant Islamic principles that call for compassion and mutual support.
Efforts of the Ministry of Islamic Affairs, Dawah and Guidance globally
This project in Somalia is part of a comprehensive system and a wide range of Ramadan programs implemented by the Ministry of Islamic Affairs, Dawah and Guidance in dozens of countries around the world during the holy month of Ramadan. Through these intensive efforts, the Ministry aims to reaffirm the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia's commitment to serving Islam and Muslims everywhere. It also seeks to promote the values of social solidarity, spread a culture of compassion among Muslims, and highlight the enlightened image of Islam, which encourages generosity, giving, and aiding those in need.
