UAE charity sends medicines worth AED 1.5 million to Kenya

Saturday, 26 July 2025 17:09

By ARN News Staff

The International Charity Organisation has dispatched a shipment of medicines, valued at AED1.5 million, to Kenya as part of its ongoing efforts to support remote areas facing limited healthcare services.

The initiative was supported by Globalpharma, the national news agency Wam reported on Saturday.

Khaled Al Khaja, Secretary-General of the International Charity Organisation, said the initiative ensures the delivery of pharmaceutical supplies in coordination with its field partners.

He added that the teams work with ground staff to ensure the medicines are packaged well and delivered safely to those in need.

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