Kuwait continues to advance its humanitarian efforts across multiple regions, emphasizing sustainable development and empowerment alongside immediate relief. Amid ongoing global crises and significant funding shortages, the State of Kuwait has expanded its initiatives to create long-term impact in vulnerable communities.
As part of its development programs, Namaa Charity opened five mosques aimed at serving local populations, providing suitable spaces for prayer and fostering social cohesion. In the health sector, the charity has conducted 150 cataract surgeries in India, restoring vision to individuals whose impairments had affected their daily activities, thereby enabling them to return to work and education.
Kuwait’s approach to humanitarian aid extends beyond temporary assistance, focusing on preserving human dignity and promoting self-reliance. Efforts such as drilling fresh-water wells and supplying families with livelihood resources illustrate this commitment to empowering communities.
The Kuwait Direct Aid Society has been active in combating blindness through eye surgery camps held in September across Uganda, Togo, and Tunisia. These were among a total of 54 camps conducted since early 2026, benefiting approximately 222,000 individuals across 14 African nations and Yemen. According to Dr. Abdullah Al-Sumait, the Society’s Director-General, the September camps screened 4,907 patients and performed 1,503 surgeries aimed at restoring sight. The charity plans to hold 114 eye camps throughout 2026, in coordination with health authorities in host countries.
In Yemen’s Hadhramaut Governorate, the Direct Aid Society, through the Estijabah Foundation for Humanitarian Aid and Relief, implemented a project in the city of Mukalla distributing 10 fishing boats. This effort is part of the 12-year-old “Kuwait by Your Side” initiative, which seeks to empower families economically and promote self-sufficiency. Yemeni officials have praised the project as significant humanitarian and developmental assistance, reflecting the solidarity between Kuwait and Yemen.
Saleh Baqlaqel, Chief of Relations at the Estijabah Foundation, emphasized the foundation’s dedication to converting the society’s support into practical projects. He noted that the distribution of boats and equipment was conducted in collaboration with local authorities to ensure that aid reached the intended recipients and achieved lasting developmental benefits.
Through such diverse initiatives, Kuwait maintains a prominent role in international relief efforts, combining immediate aid with sustainable strategies to support vulnerable populations globally.