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The National
7 days ago
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UAE sends 3,000 food packages to Sudanese refugees in Chad
Aid will support 15,000 refugees, says Ministry of Foreign Affairs The UAE has sent 3,000 packages of food aid to refugees in Chad who have been displaced by Sudan's civil war. The aid will support 15,000 Sudanese refugees across three main camps. Dougui camp received 1,500 food packages, benefiting 7,500 people; Alacha camp received 1,300 packages for 6,500 people; and Abougoudam received 200 packages for 1,000 people, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs said. The project aims to meet essential needs for a month, while improving food security and living conditions. 'This endeavour is part of the UAE's humanitarian and development approach, which places the welfare and dignity of individuals at the forefront,' said Rashid Al Shamsi, UAE Ambassador to Chad. 'Furthermore, the project underscores the UAE's steadfast commitment to supporting those affected by crises and conflicts, particularly in regions experiencing mass displacement and severe humanitarian challenges. 'This important undertaking reflects the UAE's sustained and extensive efforts to bolster the socio-economic well-being of host communities in Chad.' Essential aid supplies would ensure decent livelihoods, address regional displacement challenges and support vulnerable populations globally, added the ambassador. 'Our aim is to enhance the humanitarian and living conditions of refugees through direct assistance and international co-operation,' he said. The Sudanese Armed Forces are wrestling with the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces and allies for control of the country. Almost 13 million people, one in three Sudanese, have been displaced since the conflict began in April 2023.
The National
30-03-2025
- General
- The National
UAE sends 5,000 food packages to Sudanese refugees in Chad
Humanitarian aid continues to flow into Chad from the UAE to support refugees displaced by the continuing civil war in Sudan. A total of 5,000 food packages were sent to the country and distributed by the UAE Aid Co-ordination Office in Chad's capital, N'Djamena to support iftar programmes throughout Ramadan, state news agency Wam reported on Sunday. More than 20,000 Sudanese refugees were supported in camps in Treguine and Breidjing, along the east of Chad in the Ouaddai region, with 3,500 aid packages. Elsewhere in N'Djamena and its surrounding suburbs, 1,500 food parcels and 33 tonnes of dates were distributed in partnership with Chad's Ministry of Social Action, Solidarity and Humanitarian Affairs, which benefited about 30,000 people. 'The UAE implements extensive efforts to provide the necessary humanitarian aid for Sudanese refugees in neighbouring countries while supporting the host communities, enhancing their ability to deliver humanitarian responses and contributing to supporting social and economic stability, through the delivery of essential supplies,' said Rashid Al Shamsi, UAE ambassador to Chad. 'This is of particular prominence during the holy month of Ramadan, which is in line with the legacy of the late Founding Father, Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, who was committed to providing support and assistance, to meet the needs of families in need across the world, during the holy month.' The Sudanese Armed Forces are wrestling for control of the country with the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces and allies, as the start of the civil war nears its two-year anniversary. Since the conflict began in April 2023, more that 12.5 million people are understood to have been displaced, with many of them fleeing to neighbouring countries.
Dubai Eye
30-03-2025
- General
- Dubai Eye
UAE offers humanitarian aid to support Sudanese refugees in Chad
The UAE Aid Coordination Office in Chad's capital, N'Djamena, distributed 5,000 food packages to support the Iftar program, including 3,500 packages for Sudanese refugees in Tréguine and Breidjing refugee camps in Ouaddaï region, eastern Chad, benefiting 20,000 people. The UAE is continuing its aid efforts for Sudanese refugees in the Republic of Chad, as part of the country's commitment to alleviate the suffering of the most impacted refugee families, and support host communities in Chad during the holy month of Ramadan. Over 1,500 food packages and 33 tonnes of dates were distributed in N'Djamena and its suburbs, in cooperation with Chad's Minister of Social Action, Solidarity and Humanitarian Affairs, which benefited approximately 30,000 people. UAE Ambassador to the Republic of Chad, Rashid Al Shamsi, stated, 'The UAE implements extensive efforts to provide the necessary humanitarian aid for Sudanese refugees in neighboring countries while supporting the host communities, enhancing their ability to deliver humanitarian responses and contributing to supporting social and economic stability, through the delivery of essential supplies. "This is of particular prominence during the holy month of Ramadan, which is in line with the legacy of the late founding father Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, who was committed to providing support and assistance, to meet the needs of families in need across the world, during the holy month of Ramadan.'
Khaleej Times
30-03-2025
- General
- Khaleej Times
UAE sends 5,000 food baskets to Sudanese refugees in Chad
As part of its continued efforts to provide humanitarian relief support to Sudanese refugees in the Republic of Chad during the holy month of Ramadan, the UAE has distributed 5,000 food baskets to support Iftar programmes in the Chadian capital, N'Djamena. The food baskets included 3,500 baskets for Sudanese refugees in the Tregen and Bregen camps in the Ouaddai region in eastern Chad, benefiting approximately 20,000 people. Additionally, 1,500 baskets and 33 tonnes of dates were distributed in N'Djamena and its suburbs, benefiting 30,000 people. The distribution was carried out by the UAE Aid Coordination Office inin coordination with the Chadian Ministry of Social Action, Solidarity and .Humanitarian Affairs. Rashid Al Shamsi, UAE Ambassador to Chad, stated, "The UAE is striving to provide the necessary humanitarian support to Sudanese refugees in neighbouring countries and to support host communities, enhancing their ability to respond and contributing to social and economic stability. This is achieved through the provision of basic necessities, especially during the holy month of Ramadan, which is an opportunity to continue the approach of the founding father, Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, who was keen to provide support and extend a helping hand to meet the needs of needy families in friendly countries."
Zawya
30-03-2025
- General
- Zawya
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) Offers Humanitarian Aid to Support Sudanese Refugees in Chad
The United Arab Emirates continues to support relief and humanitarian aid efforts for Sudanese refugees in the Republic of Chad, as part of the country's commitment to alleviate the suffering of the most impacted refugee families, and support host communities in Chad during the holy month of Ramadan. The UAE Aid Coordination Office in Chad's capital, N'Djamena, distributed 5,000 food packages to support the Iftar program, including 3,500 packages for Sudanese refugees in Tréguine and Breidjing refugee camps in Ouaddaï region, eastern Chad, benefiting 20,000 people. Furthermore, 1,500 food packages and 33 tonnes of dates were distributed in N'Djamena and its suburbs, in cooperation with Chad's Minister of Social Action, Solidarity and Humanitarian Affairs, which benefited approximately 30,000 people. His Excellency Rashid Al Shamsi, UAE Ambassador to the Republic of Chad, stated: 'The UAE implements extensive efforts to provide the necessary humanitarian aid for Sudanese refugees in neighboring countries while supporting the host communities, enhancing their ability to deliver humanitarian responses and contributing to supporting social and economic stability, through the delivery of essential supplies. This is of particular prominence during the holy month of Ramadan, which is in line with the legacy of the late founding father Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Al Nahyan, who was committed to providing support and assistance, to meet the needs of families in need across the world, during the holy month of Ramadan.' Distributed by APO Group on behalf of United Arab Emirates, Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
