On October 8, 2026, a delegation from Al Rahma International, led by Sheikh Walid Al Suwailem, Director of the Relief and Rapid Intervention Unit, arrived in Djibouti to implement a relief project in collaboration with the Djiboutian government and local organizations. The project aims to respond to the basic needs of Yemeni refugees in the country. The delegation met with local authorities in the Abkh region, including the Governor and members of the Refugee Committee.
As part of the relief efforts, Al Rahma International launched a project to provide three large solar-powered water coolers, each with a capacity of 2,000 liters, to ensure access to cold drinking water for Yemeni refugees in the Abkh camp. The initiative is part of the organization's emergency relief phase, funded by Al Rahma International and implemented in collaboration with the Djiboutian-based charity, Snai Al Khair.
Sheikh Walid Al Suwailem emphasized the significance of the water coolers, highlighting the organization's commitment to providing essential services to refugees. He also praised the cooperation with the Djiboutian government and the Kuwaiti embassy in supporting Kuwaiti charitable institutions. Local authorities expressed their gratitude for the initiative, which aligns with the government's efforts to alleviate the suffering of Yemeni refugees.
On October 4, 2026, the Al Rahma International delegation distributed clothing and shoes to approximately 1,000 Yemeni refugee families in the Abkh region. The distribution was attended by Sheikh Walid Al Suwailem, the Governor of Abkh, and members of the Refugee Committee. The initiative aims to provide essential items to refugees, who have been forced to flee their homes in search of safety.
Al Rahma International also distributed 1,000 food baskets to Yemeni refugees, containing essential items such as rice, sugar, flour, and cooking oil. The organization plans to distribute baby milk to around 2,000 infants and cooking utensils to enable refugees to prepare meals. These initiatives aim to address the food and nutritional needs of refugee families.
The humanitarian initiatives have been well-received by Yemeni refugees, who have expressed their gratitude to the Djiboutian government and Al Rahma International for their support. The organization's efforts have provided essential services and aid to refugees, who are facing significant challenges in their daily lives.
Al Rahma International's relief program continues, with a medical convoy planned for October 8, 2026, to provide specialized healthcare services to Yemeni refugees in collaboration with the Djiboutian Ministry of Health. The organization's initiatives reflect its commitment to responding to the humanitarian needs of refugees, encompassing food, health, and social aspects.
Key points
- Al Rahma International has launched humanitarian initiatives to support Yemeni refugees in Djibouti, providing essential services and aid.
- The organization has distributed food baskets, clothing, and shoes to refugees, and plans to provide medical care and baby milk.
- The initiatives aim to alleviate the suffering of Yemeni refugees, who have been forced to flee their homes in search of safety.
