A joint humanitarian effort by Bank of Africa Uganda and Salam Charity has brought relief to vulnerable communities in Kampala during the holy month of Ramadan, with the distribution of Iftar packages to the deaf community in Kireka and orphans in Nakawa Division.
The initiative targeted groups often overlooked in mainstream aid programmes, providing food items to support families at the end of their daily fast. Beneficiaries received essential supplies including rice, sugar, maize flour, and cooking oil—staples intended to sustain households throughout Ramadan.
Abdussalaam Ali Kinobe, Country Director of Salam Charity, praised the bank’s continued partnership, noting that the collaboration has become a consistent feature of the organisation’s Ramadan outreach.
“We thank Bank of Africa for joining us always during the holy month of Ramadan to provide Iftar packages to those in need,” Kinobe said, adding that Salam Charity remains committed to identifying and reaching the most deserving beneficiaries within communities.
From the banking side, Phillip Otim, speaking on behalf of Bank of Africa Uganda, underscored the institution’s broader social responsibility agenda, framing the initiative as part of a long-term commitment rather than a seasonal gesture.
“Giving back is part of our larger commitment to the whole of Uganda, not only during Ramadan but also during other days,” the bank said in a statement, while commending the resilience and unity of the beneficiary communities.
The outreach reflects a growing intersection between corporate social responsibility and faith-based charity in Uganda, where partnerships are increasingly being used to address gaps in social protection—particularly during significant religious periods.
For the deaf community in Kireka and orphaned children in Nakawa, the support goes beyond food provision. It represents recognition and inclusion at a time when communal solidarity is central to the observance of Ramadan.
As similar initiatives continue across the country, collaborations between private sector players and charitable organisations are emerging as a key channel for delivering targeted, community-level impact.
