King Salman Humanitarian Aid and Relief Center: Ramadan aid in 5 countries

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In keeping with its leading humanitarian role, the King Salman Humanitarian Aid and Relief Center continues to extend a helping hand during the holy month of Ramadan, distributing various food aid in five countries: Sudan, Afghanistan, Kosovo, Chad, and Uzbekistan, targeting the most needy families, displaced persons, and those affected by crises.

Background on the Kingdom's humanitarian role

This aid is part of a series of humanitarian projects implemented by the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia through its humanitarian arm, the King Salman Humanitarian Aid and Relief Center, which was established in 2015 under the directives of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud. The Center aims to be a leading international center for providing relief, operating according to established humanitarian principles and targeting those in need worldwide without discrimination based on religion, race, or color. The Center has implemented thousands of projects in dozens of countries around the world, covering sectors such as food security, health, shelter, education, and water and sanitation.

Details of aid in targeted countries

Recent relief efforts have included the distribution of vital food aid in several different areas:

Sudan: 500 food baskets were distributed in Al-Jazirah State, benefiting 3,106 individuals who had returned to their areas and were affected by the conflict, as part of the “Madad” project to support food security in Sudan.
Afghanistan: 557 cartons of dates were distributed in Paktia province, benefiting 557 families, equivalent to 3,342 individuals from displaced persons, needy families and orphans.
Kosovo: 200 food baskets were provided in the city of Malcheva, benefiting 1,000 individuals from the most needy groups, as part of the “Food Basket 5” project for 2026.
Chad: 350 cartons of dates were distributed in the Boudro area of Chari Baghermi province, benefiting 2,100 individuals from needy groups.
Uzbekistan: 820 food baskets were distributed in the cities of Jizzakh and Samarkand, benefiting 4,547 individuals from needy families, as part of the “Food Basket” project for 2026.

The importance and expected impact of aid

This aid is particularly significant as it coincides with Ramadan, directly easing the burden on families struggling to make ends meet and providing them with essential food supplies during the holy month. Regionally and internationally, these efforts reflect the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia's unwavering commitment to supporting humanitarian stability in areas affected by conflict, natural disasters, and economic crises. In countries like Sudan and Afghanistan, which face immense humanitarian challenges, this aid plays a vital role in preventing the exacerbation of malnutrition crises and bolstering the resilience of local communities. These initiatives also reinforce the Kingdom's position as a key player in global humanitarian action and underscore its mission to promote the values of solidarity and peace.