Refurbished home for deserving family
During an inspection visit, the Northern Governor Ali bin Al Shaikh Abdulhussain Al Asfoor, accompanied by supporters, reviewed the newly upgraded interior and exterior facilities of the home. The Northern Governor highlighted the project's role in fostering community solidarity and enhancing living standards for underprivileged families.
Al Asfoor stressed the significance of collaboration with the private sector, entrepreneurs, and charitable organisations to achieve its housing improvement goals.
He further extended heartfelt gratitude to all contributors, particularly philanthropists, for their support of the project during the holy month of Ramadan.
The Northern Governor underscored that these efforts embody the spirit of solidarity and community partnership fundamental to Bahraini society.
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