Saudi charity gives $2.8m to families in June

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Updated 02 June 2025
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Saudi charity gives $2.8m to families in June

  • Half of the total amount was allocated to food supplies, with the remainder dedicated to financial aid and clothing

RIYADH: The Charitable Society for Orphan Care in Riyadh, known as Insan, transferred SR10.5 million ($2.8 million) to the accounts of beneficiary families in early June, reaching 35,131 individuals.

The distribution included direct cash payments, clothing allowances, and food provisions, the Saudi Press Agency reported on Monday.

Half of the total amount was allocated to food supplies, with the remainder dedicated to financial aid and clothing, the SPA added.

Insan follows a systematic approach, crediting beneficiary accounts at the start of each month to ensure consistent support.

The organization also offers educational programs, activities, targeted initiatives, skill-building, and vocational training to empower children and enhance their quality of life.

Its efforts align with Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030, aiming to transition families from dependency to productivity and self-sufficiency.

 


Saudi watchdog warns of possible health risk from Nestle baby formula

Updated 06 January 2026
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Saudi watchdog warns of possible health risk from Nestle baby formula

  • Company voluntarily recalls its Nan, Alfamino, S-26 Gold and S-26 Ultima products over concerns they might be contaminated with cereulide, a toxin produced by bacteria
  • Saudi Food and Drug Authority says recall is precautionary and no related illnesses have been reported, but advises consumers to dispose of recalled products immediately

RIYADH: The Saudi Food and Drug Authority on Tuesday warned the public not to consume certain Nestle infant formula products, after the company issued a voluntary recall over concerns about possible contamination.

The advisory covers products marketed under the Nan, Alfamino, S-26 Gold and S-26 Ultima brands. They might be contaminated with cereulide, a toxin produced by the Bacillus cereus bacteria, which can pose a risk to infant health, the Saudi Press Agency reported.

The Saudi authority said the recall was a precautionary measure and no related illnesses have been reported. Possible symptoms of exposure can include nausea, repeated vomiting and abdominal pain.

It advised consumers to dispose of the recalled products immediately, and said it was coordinating with Nestle to ensure they are removed from stores and is monitoring the process.

Full details of the affected products, including batch numbers, are available at the Saudi Food and Drug Authority website. The organization said consumers can report any food safety concerns by calling 19999.