N’Djamena, Chad – In a continued commitment to humanitarian relief, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) has distributed 5,000 food baskets to support Iftar programmes for Sudanese refugees and vulnerable communities in Chad during the holy month of Ramadan.
The large-scale initiative, carried out by the UAE Aid Coordination Office in collaboration with the Chadian Ministry of Social Action, Solidarity, and Humanitarian Affairs, aims to provide essential food supplies to those in need.
The food baskets were distributed across multiple regions, with 3,500 baskets allocated to Sudanese refugees residing in the Tregen and Bregen camps in the Ouaddai region of eastern Chad. This segment of the distribution benefitted approximately 20,000 people.
Additionally, 1,500 baskets and 33 tonnes of dates were distributed in the Chadian capital, N’Djamena, and its surrounding suburbs, reaching an estimated 30,000 individuals.
The initiative underscores the UAE’s ongoing support for Sudanese refugees who have sought shelter in Chad due to the ongoing conflict in Sudan. The humanitarian effort is part of the UAE’s broader commitment to aiding displaced populations in neighboring countries and bolstering host communities during challenging times.
Rashid Al Shamsi, UAE Ambassador to Chad, emphasized the significance of the relief effort, stating, “The UAE is striving to provide the necessary humanitarian support to Sudanese refugees in neighboring 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.”
Chadian officials have welcomed the UAE’s assistance, acknowledging the critical role it plays in easing the burden on local resources and improving the living conditions of both refugees and host communities.
The aid comes at a crucial time, as Sudanese refugees in Chad face ongoing challenges in securing adequate food supplies and basic necessities due to the prolonged instability in their home country.
This humanitarian gesture aligns with the UAE’s long-standing tradition of philanthropy, particularly during the holy month of Ramadan, when providing food aid to those in need is a fundamental part of Islamic values.
Over the years, the UAE has been a key contributor to relief efforts in various crisis-affected regions, demonstrating a consistent commitment to global humanitarian initiatives.
The UAE’s relief efforts in Chad are part of a broader strategy to strengthen regional support networks and assist displaced populations.
With an increasing number of refugees crossing into Chad, international aid remains crucial to sustaining the well-being of those affected.
The UAE’s initiative has been widely praised for its timely intervention, ensuring that thousands of families can observe Ramadan with dignity and sufficient nourishment.
As the crisis in Sudan continues, humanitarian organizations and donor nations, including the UAE, remain engaged in addressing the urgent needs of refugees.
The UAE’s latest aid distribution reaffirms its role as a leading humanitarian partner in the region, committed to alleviating the hardships faced by displaced communities and fostering stability in host nations.
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