Kuwait is advancing a draft law intended to modernize and regulate the country’s charitable and humanitarian sector, according to a recent report. The proposed legislation, which consists of seven chapters and 96 articles, seeks to enhance the framework governing charitable activities while reinforcing principles of transparency and good governance.
Among the key provisions of the draft law is the creation of the National Center for Charitable and Humanitarian Action and the establishment of the Kuwait Humanitarian Fund. These institutions are designed to coordinate and oversee charitable organizations, foundations, and fundraising initiatives throughout Kuwait. The law also sets guidelines for managing projects and financial transfers related to humanitarian efforts both domestically and internationally, mandating adherence to official channels and regulatory oversight.
A central focus of the legislation is to improve the effectiveness of financial and administrative controls within the charitable sector. It aims to safeguard the privacy of beneficiaries and impose stricter regulations on associations and fundraising campaigns, promoting accountability and reducing the risk of misuse of funds.
Hamad Zaid Al-Bseis, a consultant to the draft and chairman of the board of directors at the Al-Awazem Charitable Foundation, emphasized the importance of updating Kuwait’s legal environment for charitable work. He described the initiative as a critical step toward enhancing public confidence, consolidating institutional efforts, and maintaining Kuwait’s longstanding leadership role in humanitarian action.
Al-Bseis also highlighted his organization’s commitment to evolving its internal systems and policies to comply fully with the expected new legal framework once it is ratified. The Al-Awazem Charitable Foundation intends to align its operations with the forthcoming regulations to ensure transparency and adherence to the state’s directives.
The draft law reflects Kuwait’s broader effort to strengthen governance in the nonprofit sector and better coordinate humanitarian activities, both within its borders and in support of projects abroad. Authorities and stakeholders continue to monitor the progress of the legislation closely as it moves toward formal approval.