As part of its Ramadan program, Turkish Cooperation and Coordination Agency (TİKA) distributed specially prepared food packages to 750 families in need across five major cities in Kazakhstan.
The aid was delivered to families in the capital, Astana; Aktau in the far west of the country; Almaty, the former capital; Turkistan, the spiritual capital of the Turkic world; and Shymkent.
The distributions in Astana were carried out in cooperation with the Can Yuva Family Center, an institution affiliated with the Astana Governorship that provides support to disabled children, orphans, and low-income families. In Aktau, located in the western part of the country, the aid was delivered to families in need through the Consulate General of the Republic of Türkiye in Aktau.
The aid distribution in Almaty was organized through two separate collaborations. In addition to the distribution coordinated by the Almaty Consulate General, assistance was also provided to those in need in partnership with the Ahıska Association and the TİKA’s Liaison Office in Almaty.
In Turkistan, recognized as the spiritual capital of the Turkic World, support was extended to both families and students in need through cooperation with Khoja Akhmet Yassawi International Kazakh-Turkish University. Meanwhile, in Shymkent, the aid efforts were carried out with contributions from the Ihlas Foundation.
Turkish Cooperation and Coordination Agency (TİKA), in collaboration with the Turkish Maarif Foundation’s Togo Representative Office, organized an iftar program to bring the joy of Ramadan to orphaned children in Togo.
In Togo, a West African country where a significant portion of the population is Muslim, Ramadan events serve as essential gatherings that foster social solidarity. Orphaned children, in particular, eagerly anticipate these events, as they provide a sense of belonging and joy through shared experiences of unity and support.
As part of this initiative, TİKA organized a “Joint Iftar and Solidarity Program with Orphans” in the capital, Lomé, in cooperation with the Turkish Maarif Foundation’s Togo Representative Office. The event, held at the Maarif Foundation Togo Schools campus, brought together more than 500 attendees, including Turkish citizens in Togo, local partners of Turkish institutions, senior Togolese officials, and many orphaned children.
To ensure the children had an enjoyable experience, special playgrounds were set up for them to have fun.
In an atmosphere of unity and solidarity that embodied the spirit of Ramadan, Muteber Kılıç, Ambassador of the Republic of Türkiye in Lomé; Hasan Taşçı, Member of the Board of Trustees of the Turkish Maarif Foundation; and Serdar Uyan, TİKA’s Deputy Coordinator in Niamey, shared their Ramadan greetings with the participants and expressed their hopes for stronger Türkiye-Togo relations.
Turkish Cooperation and Coordination Agency (TİKA) launched an important project to increase access to psychological counseling services in Mongolia. The first Psychological Counseling Center, which aims to set an example in the country, has been established at Otgontenger University in the capital, Ulaanbaatar in cooperation with the Mongolian Psychologists Association.
The newly established center is designed to support the applied education of psychology students while strengthening the mental health of both academics and the general public by offering individual and group counseling services.
This project, implemented with the support of TİKA, aims not only to provide counseling services but also to contribute to the training of qualified human resources in the field of psychology in Mongolia. The project is expected to help prevent mental illnesses, reduce suicide rates, and promote a culture of psychological support within society.
Equipped to international standards, the center offers the necessary infrastructure for professionals working in the field of psychology to continue their work. It will provide services for students and academic staff, as well as for all individuals in need of psychological support.
Turkish Cooperation and Coordination Agency (TİKA) provided food aid to those in need in Colombia during the month of Ramadan.
As part of its Ramadan program in and around the capital, Bogotá, TİKA distributed food packages to a total of 500 families. The aid was delivered at key locations, including the Córdoba Mosque, the Istanbul Mosque, and the Abou Bakr Al-Siddiq Mosque.
During the distributions, Muslim community leaders and beneficiaries expressed their gratitude to TİKA, emphasizing that Türkiye’s support reassured them that they were not alone.
TİKA’s efforts in Colombia extend beyond Ramadan aid. In recent years, the walls and ceilings of the Abou Bakr Al-Siddiq Mosque in Bogotá have been adorned with traditional Turkish designs, and parts of the mosque have been renovated to provide a cleaner and more comfortable prayer environment.
Turkish Cooperation and Coordination Agency (TİKA) distributed 3,500 food parcels to families in need across Bangladesh as part of its aid programs during the month of Ramadan.
The assistance was provided to low-income families, students in orphanages, individuals with disabilities, and Rohingya Muslim refugees.
The distribution of food parcels took place in various regions of Bangladesh, including Khulna, Pabna, Lalmonirhat, Kurigram, Koira, Feni, Rangpur, Madaripur, Shariatpur, Cox’s Bazar, Dhaka, Saidpur, Nilfamari, Narsingdi, Srimangal, and Bhola. Local politicians, municipal authorities, and civil society organizations attended the distribution ceremonies of the 3,500 parcels in total.
During Ramadan, TİKA also continued to distribute hot iftar meals to refugees living in camps in Cox’s Bazar, who had been displaced due to the civil war and acts of violence in Myanmar.
Turkish Cooperation and Coordination Agency (TİKA) provided support to Turkmen families living in Palestine as part of its Ramadan program.
In honor of Ramadan, TİKA delivered food aid to Turkmens residing in and around the city of Jenin.
The Turkmen population, historically present in Palestine, is estimated to be around 30,000 in the West Bank and 70,000 in Gaza. Most Turkmens sustain their livelihoods through agriculture and animal husbandry. However, following the recent war in Gaza, many have faced unemployment due to the cancellation of work permits in Israel.
During this challenging period, TİKA, in collaboration with the Palestine Turkmen Friendship Association, delivered aid packages containing essential food items to 500 Turkmen families in need. The packages, which included staple foods such as rice, oil, tomato paste, sugar, flour, broad beans, lentils, beans, and jam, helped meet the families’ nutritional needs during Ramadan.
Additionally, TİKA is in the process of establishing five greenhouses as part of its employment and income-generating initiatives for Turkmens. This project aims to provide additional income for the Turkmen Association and create job opportunities for 15 young Turkmens.
TİKA remains committed to supporting Turkmens in Palestine and contributing to their economic and social development in the region.
Turkish Cooperation and Coordination Agency (TİKA) distributed food packages to 1,400 low-income families across Mongolia as part of its Ramadan Program.
TİKA, in cooperation with municipalities affiliated with the capital Ulaanbaatar, distributed food aid during Ramadan to communities with a high concentration of Mongolian citizens of Kazakh origin, as well as Dukha Turks, Tuva Turks, and Khoton Turks. A total of 1,400 families living in Bayan-Ölgii Province and other districts with significant populations of these groups benefited from the assistance.
In cooperation with the General Directorate of Labour and Social Services under the Ministry of Family, Labour, and Social Protection of Mongolia, the food aid distribution program received great interest from the public and local authorities. The program was carried out in collaboration with the municipalities of Bayanzürkh, Nalaikh, and Songinokhairkhan, as well as various non-governmental organizations.
Deputy Chairman of the Mongolian Parliament, Bulgantuya Khurelbaatar, who attended the food aid program held in Bayanzürkh Municipality, stated: “TİKA cooperates with the Mongolian government in many areas. Mongolia is engaged in multilateral cooperation with the Turkish government, not only through grant and credit support but also through cooperation agreements in the field of social insurance to ensure social security for Mongolian citizens working in Türkiye, Turkish citizens living here and to enhance economic cooperation,” she said.
As part of the food aid program conducted in cooperation with the Governor’s Office and the Provincial Directorate of Labour and Social Services in Bayan-Ölgii Province, Governor Zangar Yesentay stated, “TİKA has implemented 880 projects in Mongolia to date. Today, we are here to distribute food aid provided during the holy month of Ramadan. We have prioritized ensuring that this aid reaches those who are truly in need. On behalf of myself and my people, I would like to express my gratitude to Türkiye and TİKA for their support of our community and our province.”
Turkish Cooperation and Coordination Agency (TİKA) provided equipment and renovation support to the internal health clinic of the Prizren Regional Retirees and Disabled Workers Association in Prizren, Kosovo.
The opening ceremony, held at the association’s building, was attended by TİKA’s Vice President, Mahmut Çevik; Kosovo Deputy Prime Minister for Minority Affairs and Human Rights, Emilija Redžepi; Türkiye’s Ambassador to Pristina, Sabri Tunç Angılı; Kosovo Democratic Turkish Party (KDTP) Chairman and Minister of Regional Development, Fikrim Damka; Consul General in Prizren, Celal Doğan; TİKA’s Coordinator in Pristina, Fulya Aslan; KDTP MP Fidan Brina Jılta, as well as representatives of local institutions and retirees’ associations.
The ceremony began with guests cutting the ribbon to inaugurate the project.
In his speech, TİKA Vice President Mahmut Çevik stated that since launching operations in Kosovo in 2004, TİKA has implemented nearly 1,000 projects across various fields and for different communities.
Çevik recalled visiting the center approximately six months ago, where they pledged support for the establishment of such a service. He added, “We are pleased to contribute to ensuring that our esteemed retired friends, brothers, and sisters have access to healthcare services. Through this project, we hope to help our elderly continue their lives in good health.”
Deputy Prime Minister Emilija Redzepi also highlighted in her speech that TİKA supports Kosovo in various fields. Describing Türkiye as “our big brother, our partner”, Redzepi emphasized the deep-rooted and long-standing relationship between the two countries.
Other speakers also expressed their gratitude to TİKA for its support of retirees in Prizren.
As part of the project implemented by TİKA, the internal health clinic of the Prizren Regional Retirees and Disabled Workers Association was renovated, and the facility was provided with essential equipment.
Turkish Cooperation and Coordination Agency (TİKA) distributed 2,000 halal food parcels to those in need as part of its Ramadan program across Croatia.
In line with its commitment to humanitarian aid, TİKA provided food assistance to 2,000 families throughout the country, ensuring support was extended solely based on need without any ethnic or religious distinction.
The distributions covered Sisak and Petrinja, which were granted special status following the 2020 earthquakes, as well as the cities of Gunja and Vojnić, identified by the Croatian government as among the most in need of socio-economic support.
Additionally, food parcels were delivered to the capital, Zagreb, as well as the cities of Pula and Rijeka, considering population density and demand.
TİKA coordinated the distribution of approximately 40 tons of food parcels in collaboration with local administrations, social solidarity institutions, and soup kitchens affiliated with these organizations.
TİKA’s Ramadan activities in Croatia cherished social harmony by bringing together people from different backgrounds. At the same time, by facilitating cooperation among local institutions, the initiative helped keep Türkiye’s tradition of sharing and solidarity alive beyond its borders.
Turkish Cooperation and Coordination Agency (TİKA) and the Islamic University in Uganda (IUIU) continue to implement significant projects in Uganda, focusing on education, healthcare, vocational, and technical skills development, and experience sharing.
As part of this collaboration, a leather tailoring workshop was established at the Kampala Campus of IUIU, providing students with hands-on vocational training. This initiative carried out within the framework of bilateral cooperation with IUIU, aims to equip students with practical skills and enhance their employment opportunities.
The workshop is capable of producing a variety of leather products, including shoes, wallets, belts, and handbags. As part of the project, students have been given the opportunity to develop innovative and competitive products by blending traditional techniques with modern design. Equipped with state-of-the-art machinery for advanced training, the workshop aims to help students achieve production at international standards and enhance their competitiveness in the industry.
Supported by TİKA, this initiative will not only contribute to professional development but also empower young people in Uganda to cultivate their artistic and entrepreneurial vision.
Turkish Cooperation and Coordination Agency (TİKA) provided equipment for banana powder production to the non-governmental organization Femmes de Salem, which works to integrate women, youth, and children into social life in Abidjan.
As part of efforts to add value to bananas—one of the country’s most widely consumed products—create new employment opportunities, support the rehabilitation of women who have experienced violence, and combat human trafficking linked to irregular migration, TİKA supplied various production tools. These will be used to produce banana powder, which can be processed into banana chips and baby food, ensuring a sustainable source of income for 100 women.
Speaking at the equipment delivery ceremony, Türkiye’s Ambassador to Abidjan, Deniz Erdoğan Barım, stated that the TİKA project was implemented as part of the “Year of the Family”, declared by the Republic of Türkiye for 2025.
Doho Patricia Dorothée, Representative of the Ministry of Social Integration and Solidarity of Côte d’Ivoire, highlighted the significance of TİKA’s project in collaboration with the Turkish Embassy in Abidjan and expressed her gratitude.
Disadvantaged groups in Côte d’Ivoire come together at TİKA’s iftar dinner
TİKA, in cooperation with the Supreme Council of Imams—the institution responsible for religious affairs in Côte d’Ivoire—and the Municipality of Abobo, organized an iftar program for 1,000 people, primarily from disadvantaged and vulnerable groups. Additionally, hot meals were distributed in mosques located in low-income neighborhoods.
Turkish Cooperation and Coordination Agency (TİKA), as part of its Ramadan programs, organized an iftar and provided festive clothes to 200 children residing at the Imam Al-Shafi’i Orphanage in Somalia.
TİKA continues to share the spirit of Ramadan with children in need. In this context, an iftar program was organized at the Imam Al-Shafi’i Orphanage, which provides shelter to 200 children orphaned due to civil war, terrorism, and drought in Somalia.
Children aged 4 to 15 living in the orphanage experienced the spirit of unity and solidarity during Ramadan with an iftar meal. As part of the program, each child received festive clothes to share in the joy of Eid.
TİKA continues to bring hope to children in need in Somalia through its humanitarian aid efforts.
