KSrelief Distributes 7,640 Food Baskets To Muslims Ahead Of Ramadan

The King Salman Humanitarian Aid and Relief Centre (KSrelief) has distributed 7,640 food baskets to vulnerable Muslims across Ghana, ahead of the Ramadan fasting period.
The distribution ceremony took place at the National Mosque, at Kanda, in Accra, where officials of the Saudi Embassy, religious leaders and beneficiaries gathered to mark the official inauguration of the 2026 Food Basket Programme.
The gesture forms part of Saudi Arabia’s ongoing humanitarian assistance initiative aimed at alleviating hardship and supporting vulnerable communities worldwide.

The Centre has been operating in Ghana for the past five years, undertaking programmes in food security, education, health, potable water supply and other humanitarian interventions.
Each food basket contained a 25kg bag of rice, cooking oil, sugar, salt and two 5kg bags of maize.

Speaking at the ceremony, the Ambassador of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia to Ghana, H.E. Sultan Abdulrahman Al-Dhakel, said the initiative reflects Saudi Arabia’s strong humanitarian and social commitment across the globe, including Ghana.

“There is no doubt that this initiative reflects the great humanitarian and social efforts undertaken by the King Salman Humanitarian Aid and Relief Centre in many countries around the world, including the Republic of Ghana,” he stated through an interpreter.
According to him, the event marked the official inauguration of the Centre’s food basket programme in Ghana for 2026, noting that the country has consistently benefited from the intervention over the last five years.

The Ambassador extended warm wishes to Muslims on the advent of the holy month of Ramadan and expressed appreciation to the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, King Salman bin Abdulaziz, as well as the Crown Prince and Prime Minister, Prince Mohammed bin Salman, for their generosity towards Ghanaian Muslims.

He also thanked President John Dramani Mahama for supporting the operations of the Saudi Embassy in Ghana and prayed for a peaceful and successful Ramadan.
The Acting Imam of the 4th Garrison of the 4 Infantry Battalion (4BN) of the Ghana Army, Captain Sahmu-deen Ridwan, commended the Saudi government and the relief centre for their continued support to Muslims and humanity at large.
“We would like to express appreciation to Saudi Arabia for what they are doing for the Muslim world and humanity.

“From education to supporting the less privileged in society, this is something we must commend,” he said.
Captain Ridwan urged Ghanaian Muslims to emulate the spirit of charity demonstrated by KSrelief, stressing that Islam encourages believers to support one another.
“The Holy Prophet Mohammed (peace be upon him) was sent to all mankind. One of his teachings is to support humanity.

“Whenever we see such gestures, we should be encouraged to also help the poor and needy wherever we find ourselves,” he noted.
He encouraged Muslims to contribute even modest amounts such as GH¢1, GH¢2 or GH¢5, explaining that collective contributions could make a meaningful difference.
“Islam is not rhetoric but by example. People should see Islam in how we live and how we support others,” he added.

The Executive Director of Markaz Aleawn Alyaqin Humanitarian Service, the local implementing partner of the King Salman Humanitarian Aid and Relief Centre, Ismail Mohammed Kamil disclosed that the number of beneficiaries has increased from 5,300 in previous years to 7,640 in 2026.
He said the items are being distributed in Accra, Kumasi, Bolgatanga and other parts of the country.

On reports that some beneficiaries attempt to sell donated items, he cautioned that it is strictly prohibited and urged the public to report such cases to the nearest police station.
Ahead of Ramadan, Mr Mohammed further encouraged beneficiaries to share with neighbours who may not have received the support.
“If you receive 25kg of rice and you have a neighbour who did not benefit, you can share with him or her. That is what Islam teaches, helping one another in times of need,” he stressed.

Mr. Mohammed Kamil also revealed that, beyond the food distribution, KSrelief is implementing an orphan support programme in Ghana, currently catering for 590 orphans and 230 caregivers, with skills training provided to empower the caregivers to sustain the children beyond the programme period.

Additionally, the organisation has constructed 67 solar-powered boreholes in communities such as Tamale, Wa, Kumasi and Techiman, to improve access to safe drinking water.

Hajia Mariam, a resident of Bawku Zongo and a beneficiary of the project, expressed appreciation to the relief authorities, saying the support would go a long way in enhancing her Ramadan fasting.

 

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