KSrelief distributes aid in crisis-hit nations, among Afghans returning from Pakistan

A worker unloads food parcels from a King Salman Humanitarian Aid and Relief Center (KSrelief) truck at Omari Camp near the Torkham border crossing in Nangarhar Province, Afghanistan, on August 2, 2025. (SPA)
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Updated 03 August 2025
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KSrelief distributes aid in crisis-hit nations, among Afghans returning from Pakistan

  • In Lebanon, more than 3,700 displaced Syrians and vulnerable families in the host community benefited from 752 food packages
  • In Sudan, KSrelief distributed 1,440 food parcels to displaced families in East Sennar, with 9,974 individuals benefiting from it

ISLAMABAD: Saudi Arabia’s aid agency King Salman Humanitarian Aid and Relief Center (KSrelief) continues its humanitarian activities in crisis-hit countries, particularly targeting vulnerable families and communities.

In Syria, it distributed 393 food parcels to displaced families from As-Suwayda Governorate to Daraa Governorate, benefiting a total of 393 families.

In Sudan’s Sennar State, it distributed 1,440 food parcels to displaced families in East Sennar, with 9,974 individuals benefiting from it as part of the 2025 Food Security Support Project in Sudan.

In Afghanistan’s Nangarhar province, 135 food packages were given to Afghan returnees from Pakistan. The returnees are now at Omari Camp of the Torkham border crossing.

In Wadi Khaled, Lebanon, more than 3,700 displaced Syrians and vulnerable families in the host community benefited from the 752 food packages given under the KSrelief initiative

Meanwhile in Yemen, 1,350 cartons of dates were distributed in Salh District of Taiz Governorate as part of the 2025–2026 date distribution project.

KSrelief also implemented a technical training program on air conditioning system maintenance in Aden with 20 beneficiaries taking part in specialized workshops.

The program aims to empower underprivileged communities by equipping them with technical skills that improve their economic prospects and facilitate their integration into the labor market.

Aside from trainings, KSrelief also provided psychological support to 333 individuals in Aden through counseling sessions and specialized training courses. The activities were aimed at promoting mental health and alleviating the psychological impact of crises in affected communities.


Saudi-backed Wafi Energy Pakistan announces 7.5 percent increase in profits last year

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Saudi-backed Wafi Energy Pakistan announces 7.5 percent increase in profits last year

  • Wafi Energy Pakistan operates one of country’s largest fuel retail, lubricants networks
  • The company is also planning a Dubai-based subsidiary to expand its commercial activities

KARACHI: Wafi Energy Pakistan Limited, a subsidiary of Saudi Arabia-based Wafi Energy Holding, on Friday announced a Rs3.54 billion ($12.6 million) profit last year, marking a 7.5 percent increase from the previous year.

In 2025, Wafi Energy acquired Shell Pakistan and added 35 new retail sites to its network, including a second eco-friendly Shell site built with recycled plastic, bringing the Shell retail network to over 680 sites nationwide.

The lubricants business continued strong performance across both consumer and industrial segments and Wafi Energy said had continued its growth in indirect and process oil segments, besides expanding its mining portfolio.

“We delivered a strong business performance in 2025 and importantly, we did so while investing to grow. Our focus through the year was clear – to expand in priority growth areas, establish Wafi Energy in Pakistan and strengthen the Shell customer experience,” Zubair Shaikh, Wafi Energy Pakistan’s chief executive officer, said in a statement.

“In 2026, our ambition is to accelerate growth, build shareholder value and continue investing in the energy future for Pakistan.”

Wafi Energy Pakistan Limited, formerly Shell Pakistan Limited, operates one of the country’s largest fuel retail and lubricants networks. Shell plc divested its majority stake in 2024, after which the company was rebranded under Saudi ownership while continuing to market fuels and lubricants under the Shell brand.

The company said it remains focused on operational excellence and growth.

“The company is also advancing its investment strategy by planning a Dubai-based subsidiary to expand commercial activities and strengthen its regional presence,” it said.

“This strategic move underscores Wafi Energy’s commitment to sustainable growth and expanding its footprint.”