Kuwait City: Kuwait's Ministry of Social Affairs announced that the third national campaign to settle the debts of financially distressed individuals continues with six technical and Sharia committees actively reviewing cases.
According to Kuwait News Agency, the ministry revealed that these committees have evaluated over 9,119 applications submitted via the Central Assistance Platform since the campaign's inception.
The campaign has amassed funds exceeding KD 15 million (approximately USD 48.9 million), which will be transferred to the General Directorate of Execution at the Ministry of Justice. These funds are intended to manage the repayment of eligible debts, following established criteria. The ministry emphasized that each case is reviewed individually under a strict protocol to ensure fairness and avoid duplication.
Priority is given to Kuwaiti debtors who are currently in correctional facilities or have active enforcement files. Applicants who benefited from the 2023 and 2024 campaigns are excluded to extend assistance to more vulnerable groups. The ministry also highlighted the importance of responsive communication, using the "Sahel" government application to address inquiries and enhance transparency.
Participating entities, including Zakat House, the General Secretariat of Awqaf, the Isa Abdullah Al-Othman Endowment, Kuwait Finance House, cooperative societies, charitable organizations, and individual donors, were commended for their contributions. The ministry described the campaign as a reflection of Kuwait's humanitarian mission and commitment to justice, compassion, and the support of vulnerable groups while maintaining social stability.