KSrelief expands global aid, supporting education, food security, mental health

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KSrelief distributes educational, sports, and first-aid kits to eight schools in Yemen's Lahij. (SPA)
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KSrelief distributes 400 food baskets in Pakistan’s Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. (SPA)
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KSrelief distributes 1,500 food baskets in Syria’s Hama. (SPA)
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KSrelief has carried out 3,768 projects in 109 countries at a total cost of more than $8.2 billion. (SPA)
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KSrelief has carried out 3,768 projects in 109 countries at a total cost of more than $8.2 billion. (SPA)
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KSrelief celebrates World Mental Health Day at Zaatari camp in Jordan. (SPA)
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Updated 18 October 2025
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KSrelief expands global aid, supporting education, food security, mental health

RIYADH: Saudi aid agency KSrelief is continuing to make a significant global impact by providing critical assistance to some of the world’s most vulnerable communities.

The organization recently distributed educational, sports and first-aid kits to eight schools in Lahij governorate as part of a project to support education in Yemen for the academic year.

The kits included materials to improve classroom learning, encourage physical activity and ensure a quick response to emergencies, the Saudi Press Agency reported on Saturday.

In Pakistan, KSrelief distributed 400 food packages in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Province, benefiting 2,840 people in flood-affected areas.

In Sudan, KSrelief distributed food supplies to 2,000 vulnerable families affected by floods and displacement in Kassala state, benefiting 11,500 people.

In the Syrian Arab Republic, KSrelief distributed food aid to 2,746 families in Daraa governorate and 1,500 families in Hama governorate to ease the humanitarian crisis there.

Recently, KSrelief’s community center marked World Mental Health Day at the Zaatari camp for Syrian refugees in Jordan, organizing interactive activities to promote mental health awareness.

On the International Day for the Eradication of Poverty, observed on Oct. 17, KSrelief highlighted its global humanitarian work and called for international cooperation to ease the suffering of poor and crisis-affected populations.

Since its establishment in 2015, KSrelief has carried out 3,768 projects in 109 countries at a total cost of more than $8.2 billion. These projects span key sectors such as food security, health, education, water and sanitation, shelter and early recovery.

As part of its poverty reduction efforts, KSrelief has implemented 1,084 food security and nutrition projects worth $2.4 billion, benefiting countries including Yemen, Syria and Somalia.

The agency also works closely with UN bodies and global relief organizations to empower vulnerable communities as well as promote sustainable development.


New filmmaking initiative in AlUla aims to boost Saudi creative talent

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New filmmaking initiative in AlUla aims to boost Saudi creative talent

  • Efforts aim to support young talent, contribute to growth of Kingdom’s film sector

ALULA: Villa Hegra, in collaboration with Film AlUla, has launched a specialized filmmaking program to develop cinematic skills and support creative talent, the Saudi Press Agency reported on Monday.

The initiative reflects Villa Hegra’s commitment to strengthening cultural and cinematic activity while fostering an inspiring environment for content creators and film enthusiasts.

The program offers training courses and workshops covering all stages of film production, from scriptwriting and directing to cinematography, editing, and post-production.

These efforts aim to support young talent and contribute to the growth of the Kingdom’s film sector, the SPA added.

Villa Hegra also runs educational and interactive programs for children to develop their talents and enhance their creative abilities.

The programs include workshops that simplify scientific concepts and integrate them with modern artistic practices, creating a learning environment that encourages discovery and innovation.

They have attracted strong student participation across the governorate due to their hands-on, interactive approach, which enhances children’s thinking and creativity.

The initiatives are implemented in collaboration with French and Saudi institutions, reflecting cultural diversity and international partnerships while improving the quality of educational content for younger generations.

Villa Hegra is the first joint Saudi-French cultural foundation based in AlUla. Launched in October, it supports the region’s cultural scene by providing educational platforms that develop skills among Saudi children and youngsters, while strengthening AlUla’s presence on the international cultural stage.