A delegation
representing the Qatar Fund for Development (QFFD) and the Qatar Red Crescent
Society (QRCS) undertook a field visit to oversee humanitarian aid operations
in South Sudan from July 14 to 19.
The primary
objective of the visit was to evaluate the project's advancement following the
agreement inked on February 18, 2024, among QFFD, QRCS, and the International
Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC). Under this, a sum of $2,344,420
was earmarked to provide assistance to refugees and returnees in South Sudan,
who have been affected by the conflict in Sudan, as well as severe flooding and
adverse weather conditions in South Sudan.
“This initiative
underscores QFFD’s commitment to alleviate the hardships faced by vulnerable
populations in South Sudan. By restoring family links, providing essential
healthcare support, aiding the war-wounded, and ensuring access to safe
drinking water, we aim to make a meaningful impact on the lives of refugees and
returnees, offering them vital support during their challenging circumstances,”
said Head of Disaster Management and Emergency Relief at QFFD Yousef al-Mulla.