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Saudi Crown Prince Donates SAR1 Bln to Support Housing Ownership within 12 Months

Saudi Crown Prince Donates SAR1 Bln to Support Housing Ownership within 12 Months

Asharq Al-Awsat28-04-2025
Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Saudi Crown Prince and Prime Minister, has made a substantial personal donation of SAR1 billion to the National Development Housing Foundation's (Sakan) Jood Eskan, generously contributing to facilitating homeownership for eligible beneficiaries and families in need.
Reflecting his commitment to ensuring a decent standard of living for all citizens, Crown Prince Mohammed has mandated the swift completion of these housing projects within 12 months, directed that national companies execute the projects, and required monthly progress reports on the ownership process to ensure transparency and accountability.
This donation underscores the Crown Prince's ongoing dedication to the housing sector and his particular focus on supporting deserving families. Recognizing the pivotal role of stable housing in fostering social well-being and driving developmental progress, the initiative aims to provide thousands of families with the security and opportunity they need to thrive.
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