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Saba Yemen
2 days ago
- Business
- Saba Yemen
Taiz: Graduation ceremony held for economic empowerment project beneficiaries in Taiz & Lahj
Taiz - Saba: The General Authority of Zakat branch in Taiz province organized a graduation ceremony on Tuesday for the beneficiaries of the Economic Empowerment Project, marking the launch of professional and production toolkits for the graduates under the slogan 'Building and Empowerment.' The project, implemented by the Zakat Authority's branch, targeted 374 beneficiaries from the governorates of Taiz and Lahj. Professional toolkits were distributed to them at a total cost of 344 million Yemeni riyals, funded by the local Zakat branch. During the event held at Al-Rasoul Al-Azam Square in the province center, and attended by several Shura Council members, the Chairman of the General Authority of Zakat, Sheikh Shamsan Abu Nashtan, congratulated the graduates of the Economic Empowerment Project, which aims to address the conditions of a broad segment of the poor, including youth and women. 'We are here today, by the grace of God, implementing one of the pillars of Islam—Zakat,' said Abu Nashtan. 'No individual deserves credit for this project except Allah, and the revolutionary and political leadership that has worked to implement God's law through the proper disbursement of zakat.' He added, 'Zakat projects are now emerging into the light, including the Economic Empowerment Project in the proud governorate of Taiz.' He praised the graduates' engagement and the steadfastness of the people of Taiz, who have demonstrated that plots against them will be defeated by their resilience. Abu Nashtan emphasized that the Economic Empowerment Project aligns with the vision of the Leader of the Revolution, Sayyed Abdul-Malik Badr al-Din al-Houthi, and President of the Supreme Political Council, Field Marshal Mahdi al-Mashat. 'We at the Zakat Authority are honored to implement this project under the patronage of the Leader of the Revolution, the strong supporter of Yemen's vulnerable people, and the President of the Supreme Political Council,' he said. He explained that the project included initiatives for 'professional empowerment, supporting productive families, and small-scale projects,' benefiting 374 people, ensuring their right to zakat. He confirmed that the beneficiaries are now qualified to be integrated into the labor market after training at vocational institutes. He noted that the project contributes to combating unemployment through value chains, helping to achieve self-sufficiency by empowering youth across various fields. 'Zakat was previously neglected and its law abolished by former regimes, but today, we witness the anxiety of our enemies in the face of zakat initiatives that reach the poor and the weak,' he stated. Abu Nashtan also highlighted future zakat projects for Taiz, particularly those targeting people with disabilities. In his remarks on behalf of the local authority, Taiz Mobilization Official Mohammad al-Khalidi congratulated the male and female graduates, noting that the project was carried out under the supervision of the local authority and the Zakat Authority. He emphasized that the graduation is a powerful indication of the Zakat Authority's commitment to the poor and underprivileged youth seeking a better life. He praised the Revolution Leader's dedication to restoring the rightful role and function of zakat. Al-Khalidi also called on merchants and those obligated to pay zakat to fulfill this duty, noting the visible impact it has had on beneficiaries. During the event, which was also attended by Zakat Authority officials Mohammed Al-Ayani (Banks Sector) and Ali Al-Zurafi (Awareness and Training Sector), the Director of the Zakat Branch in Taiz, Shawqi Mughlis, expressed his happiness at the graduation and toolkit distribution, which will help graduates enter the workforce in technical and vocational professions. 'Zakat has succeeded in lifting many families from need to productivity. It is now a blessing thanks to the sincere efforts of the Authority's leadership and the patronage of the Revolution Leader,' said Mughlis, adding that the country had been deprived of such blessings for decades. He described the Zakat Authority as one of the fruits of the September 21st Revolution, fulfilling the third pillar of Islam and translating major projects into reality with fairness and a commitment to restoring people's dignity. On behalf of the graduates, engineer Razaz al-Sumaydi delivered a speech affirming that their graduation followed months of education, hands-on training, and professional practice to prepare for integration into the labor market and embark on a new chapter in life. He added that the training involved lectures, workshops, and practical experience to make the most of time, develop abilities, and build skills. The ceremony concluded with a poem by poet Ahmed Abbad, followed by honoring Sheikh Shamsan Abu Nashtan and Mohammad al-Khalidi by Dr. Ahmed al-Amiri, Head of the Taiz University – Al-Huban Branch. Whatsapp Telegram Email Print
Saba Yemen
04-06-2025
- Business
- Saba Yemen
Martyrs' Foundation launches Eid sacrifice project for families of martyrs in need
Sana'a - Saba: The First Deputy Prime Minister, Allama Mohammed Muftah, inaugurated on Wednesday the Eid sacrifice distribution project implemented by the Martyrs' Foundation, targeting 1,500 of the most impoverished families of martyrs. During the launch, Allama Muftah praised the efforts of the Martyrs' Foundation in executing numerous projects, including the Eid sacrifice initiative for martyrs' families, as part of the Economic Empowerment Project carried out by the foundation. He called on philanthropists and merchants to support the Eid sacrifice project to enable the foundation to reach a larger number of martyrs' and missing persons' families. For his part, Saleh Al-Khawlani, a member of the Yemeni Scholars Association, commended the Martyrs' Foundation's role in serving the families of martyrs, emphasizing that the Yemeni people today live under the blessings of their sacrifices in defending the homeland. He noted that, thanks to the blood of the martyrs, Yemen stands today with greatness alongside their brothers in the Gaza Strip, supporting their just cause. He stressed the importance of continuing such projects and others in various fields, including education and health. In turn, Hassan Jaran, the Executive Director of the Martyrs' Foundation, explained that the Eid sacrifice project targets 1,500 of the most impoverished families of martyrs across various provinces, with a total budget of 200 million Yemeni riyals. He indicated that approximately 85% of the sacrifices will be distributed in-kind, except for four provinces: Lahj, Al-Dhale', Shabwa, and parts of Taiz. Jaran pointed out that this year's project is distinguished by the fact that the sacrifices were purchased from the families of martyrs as part of the Economic Empowerment Project, supported by the Martyrs' Foundation, donors, and merchants. Whatsapp Telegram Email Print
Saba Yemen
27-04-2025
- Business
- Saba Yemen
Launch second phase of Solar Energy Systems Loan Distribution Project in Taiz
Taiz - SABA: The Maqbana Association in Taiz Province on Saturday launched the second phase of the Economic Empowerment Project, distributing solar energy system loans to 18 farmers in the district, at a total cost of 25,365,000 Yemeni riyals, funded by the Youth and Adolescents Fund. During the launch, Taiz Deputy Governor for Development Affairs, Abdul-Wasa' Al-Shamsi, emphasized the importance of such projects in developing the agricultural sector in the district, improving the quality of agricultural products, and alleviating the suffering of citizens. He explained that this step comes in the implementation of the directives of the revolutionary and political leadership, and within the framework of the local authority's efforts to support farmers and boost the agricultural sector towards achieving self-sufficiency. Meanwhile, the head of the agricultural sector in the governorate, Engineer Abdullah Al-Jundi, highlighted the role of the Economic Empowerment Project in strengthening the agricultural front and supporting various agricultural activities in the district. For his part, the Director of Maqbana District, Abdulrahman Al-Shamiri, noted that this launch represents the second phase of distribution, targeting the provision of integrated solar energy systems to 18 farmers as interest-free soft loans. Additionally, the Secretary-General of the Maqbana Cooperative Association affirmed that the launch is part of efforts to achieve self-sufficiency and support the cultivation of essential crops such as grains and legumes, thereby contributing to the reduction of the import bill. Whatsapp Telegram Email Print more of (Local)
