One Ummah News - 13 May 2025
As Dhul Hijjah approaches, our Ummah worldwide is in pieces. We explore the devastating humanitarian crises that plague our Ummah, and where your Qurbani is needed most.
As the blessed days of Qurbani draw near, prepare to fulfill the sacred act of Qurbani, reviving the tradition of Ibrahim (A.S), rooted in sacrifice, compassion, and unwavering devotion. But in a world ripe with crises and suffering, one question remains: Where can your Qurbani make the most significant impact?
This year, millions of people across Gaza, Sudan, Yemen, and beyond are suffering intensively. Countless families wake up to empty pots, displacement leaves communities fractured, and poverty strips people of their dignity. Your Qurbani isn’t just a meal—it’s hope in a time of despair, nourishment for those abandoned by the world.
For many, Qurbani is more than an act of worship—it is a lifeline. In conflict zones and famine-stricken areas, receiving your Qurbani meat means consuming vital nutrients they haven’t had for months. Your sacrifice goes to people like malnourished orphans, the frail elderly, and displaced communities who rarely get to eat meat otherwise.
Yet, 2025 has pushed human suffering past unprecedented levels. Wars displace millions overnight. Economic instability drives families into hunger. Climate disasters wipe out entire livelihoods. In this harsh reality, Qurbani becomes more than generosity—it becomes survival.
Gaza: Starving Under Siege – For the last 70+ years, our Ummah in Palestine has endured unimaginable suffering. With ongoing conflict, blockades, and destroyed infrastructure, the entire population now relies on humanitarian aid to survive. Hunger shadows every household. Clean water is scarce. Medicine is out of reach. Entire families shelter in the ruins of their former homes. We have seen the horrific images on our social media – the situation is worse than it has ever been.
For thousands of starving children, a single meal containing meat is an unimaginable blessing. In Gaza, your Qurbani is more than food—it is a reminder that they are not forgotten.
Sudan: A Forgotten Crisis – Civil war has torn Sudan apart, displacing over 10 million people, creating one of the worst humanitarian disasters in the world. This is a catastrophe barely spoken of in global news. Famine spreads as food supplies run critically low, and millions face acute malnutrition. Hospitals are overwhelmed, and entire villages have been abandoned.
Donating your Qurbani here can help feed families fleeing violence who have lost everything. Your sacrifice is proof that mercy still exists in a merciless world.
Yemen: Nine Years of Suffering – Yemen’s crisis continues into 2025, with 21.6 million people trapped in severe hunger and poverty after years of war and economic collapse. Malnutrition grips millions—especially children, whose frail bodies can barely endure the famine. Parents watch helplessly as their children cry out for food they cannot provide.
Your Qurbani can bring joy to a Yemeni family, strengthening them during these challenging times. The Prophet Muhammadﷺ emphasised feeding the hungry, and in Yemen, your act of kindness can save lives.
Afghanistan: Hunger After Earthquakes and Poverty – Natural disasters, conflict, and economic isolation have crippled Afghanistan, where millions wake up unsure if they will even eat that day. Widows and orphans bear the heaviest burden, struggling in a society where poverty is inescapable.
In a country ravaged by earthquakes and droughts, your sacrifice ensures no one is left behind, offering comfort where despair is the norm.
In 2025, the world faces overlapping crises—war, climate disasters, and economic instability. For many, Qurbani meat is not just a gift but a necessity for survival. When you give your sacrifice to these regions, you:
To ensure your sacrifice reaches the most vulnerable, choose organisations with direct on-ground presence, transparency, and a history of effective distribution. Your intention is pure—make sure your delivery is too. One Ummah operates a 100% donation policy, ensuring your Qurbani follows Islamic standards, reaching the right hands. The countries listed above are just some countries in dire need of your sacrifice.
This Qurbani, let your sacrifice reach those who need it most. Give your Qurbani where it matters—because no one should go hungry while we celebrate. May Allahﷻ accept your sacrifices and ease the suffering of those in need. Ameen.