RIYADH: The Kingdom’s aid agency, KSrelief, is providing humanitarian assistance to some of the world’s most vulnerable people, the Saudi Press Agency reported on Monday.
In Yemen, KSrelief launched a training course in Lahij governorate focused on renewable energy products, such as solar ovens and lamps.
The Training of Trainers course is being held in collaboration with the UN Development Programme in the Al-Qabbaytah district.
The 10-day course aims to equip participants with the scientific and practical skills needed to become professional trainers in renewable energy, according to the SPA.
It is part of Saudi Arabia’s efforts to empower Yemenis by providing tools to generate income and strengthen their roles in society.
Meanwhile, the KSrelief-supported Al-Jadah Health Center provided medical services to 8,748 people in one month in Hajjah governorate.
In the Syrian Arab Republic, KSrelief distributed clothing aid to 144 families in Damascus to help alleviate hardship.
In Sudan, 1,650 food packages were distributed to displaced and needy families in Northern State, benefiting 3,542 people.
Since its launch in May 2015, KSrelief has carried out 3,393 projects worth almost $7.9 billion across 106 countries, in partnership with more than 309 organizations.
