The Cabinet of Ministers has approved a proposal by the President of Sri Lanka to donate one million US dollars to the Government of Nepal as humanitarian assistance following the devastating landslide disaster in the Rasuwa District of northern Nepal.

The disaster, which struck on August 26, claimed numerous lives, left many missing, and caused extensive damage to property and infrastructure. 

Nepalese authorities continue search operations for missing persons amid warnings of further flooding and widespread destruction of essential facilities.

Sri Lanka’s decision was framed around the deep cultural, religious, and longstanding ties between the two nations, as well as concern over the severe humanitarian and economic impacts of the tragedy. (Newswire)

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The Government of India has officially handed over 134 single-cab vehicles to President Anura Kumara Dissanayake for use by the Sri Lanka Police under the Indo‑Sri Lanka Friendship Programme.

The ceremonial handover took place this morning (25) at the Presidential Secretariat. 

The vehicles, valued at Rs. 300 million, are earmarked for deployment to Police stations in the Northern Province.

Indian High Commissioner Santosh Jha, speaking at the event, said India remains committed to extending similar assistance to Sri Lanka in the future. 

Inspector General of Police (IGP) Priyantha Weerasooriya presented a commemorative gift to the High Commissioner in appreciation of the donation.

The event was attended by Minister of Public Security Ananda Wijepala, Deputy Minister Sunil Watagala, Ministry Secretary Ravi Seneviratne, DIMO Institution General Manager Rajeev Pandithage, officials from the Indian High Commission, and senior officers of the Sri Lanka Police. (Newswire)

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The Department of Prisons states that inmates from ten prisons across Sri Lanka have donated one of their meals to provide relief to people affected by Cyclone Ditwah.

Inmates of the New Magazine Prison, Welikada Prison, Bogambara Prison, Matara Prison, Mahara Prison, Kuruwita Prison, Jaffna Prison, Monaragala Prison, Agunukolapelessa Prison, and Batticaloa Prison have contributed their meals for the benefit of the disaster‑affected communities.

According to a Justice Ministry statement, the following are the details of the donation, including the value of donated food items, the prison, and the place of donation.

1. New Magazine Prison – Rs. 450,710.00 – Thimbirigasyaya Divisional Secretariat
2. Welikada Prison – Rs. 454,630.00 – Colombo Municipal Council
3. Bogambara Prison – Rs. 367,949.00 – Manikhinna Divisional Secretariat
4. Matara Prison – Rs. 105,046.80 – Matara District Secretariat
5. Mahara Prison – Rs. 386,010.00 – Sirasa/Shakthi Media Network
6. Kuruwita Prison – Rs. 195,150.00 – Yatiyantota Divisional Secretariat
7. Jaffna Prison – Rs. 258,612.00 – Jaffna District Secretariat
8. Monaragala Prison – Rs. 96,471.00 – Monaragala District Disaster Management Centre
9. Agunukolapelessa Prison – Rs. 540,679.00 – Agunukolapelessa Divisional Secretariat
10. Batticaloa Prison – Rs. 209,224.00 – Batticaloa District Secretariat. (Newswire/ AI Image)

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British Sri Lankan Muslim organisations have handed over a collective donation of Rs 10.5 million to the Sri Lankan Government’s National Rebuilding and Disaster Recovery Initiative, following the severe impact of Cyclone Ditwah.

The confirmation letter for this amount was handed over to His Excellency Nimal Senadheera, High Commissioner of Sri Lanka to the United Kingdom, at a meeting held at the High Commission (SLHC) premises in London on Tuesday (30 Dec). 

The meeting was also attended by Manorie Mallikaratchy, Deputy High Commissioner, and Brigadier Dilantha Fernando. A large number of heads and representatives of Sri Lankan Muslim organisations from across the United Kingdom, as well as Shakeer Nawas, President, Council of Sri Lankan Muslims Organisations (Cosmos UK) and its ExCo members, were also present. 

The representatives of organisations also shared details of their respective fundraising initiatives for various projects in Sri Lanka and indicated that over  £250,000 was raised by British Sri Lankan Muslim organisations in the UK to support victims in Sri Lanka.

Addressing the gathering, Shakeer Nawas, President of COSMOS UK, expressed his sincere appreciation to the High Commissioner. Senior High Commission officials highlighted the collective initiative taken by both COSMOS-affiliated and non-affiliated Muslim organisations based in the UK to raise funds to support emergency relief, rehabilitation, and recovery initiatives across Sri Lanka at a time of national calamity. This laudable initiative signified the Islamic values of charity and generosity for those in need. He admired how the Muslim community in Sri Lanka also rose above racial or religious lines to join hands with other communities to offer emergency aid, and actively volunteered and participated in large numbers in clean-up and recovery efforts.

COSMOS UK also reaffirmed its active support for the Sri Lanka High Commission’s “Your Tenner, Their Tomorrow” initiative and confirmed that the campaign would be promoted across community networks, encouraging wider public participation in Sri Lanka’s rebuilding efforts.

The High Commissioner, while welcoming the continued engagement of the Sri Lankan diaspora in the United Kingdom with the High Commission, also thanked COSMOS UK efforts in facilitating this project and thanked all Sri Lankan Muslim organisations for their collective generous donation towards Rebuilding Sri Lanka. His Excellency also assured that the meeting notes would be shared with the Foreign Ministry and the Government of Sri Lanka. The Deputy High Commissioner also addressed the audience, highlighting the united efforts of British Muslim Organisations engagement and support with this mission. 

The meeting concluded with a shared commitment to continue constructive engagement and cooperation with all stakeholders, in support of Sri Lanka’s ongoing humanitarian, recovery, and development needs.

Organisations which participated in this collective contribution:

1. Sri Lankan Muslim Cultural Centre – Harrow 
2. Council of Sri Lankan Muslim Organisations (COSMOS UK)
3. Galhinna Welfare Association UK
4. Association of Sri Lankan Muslims (ASLAM) – Reading
5. Al Furqan Sri Lankan Community Organisation
6. Erukkalampiddy Welfare Organisation
7. HSL Badminton Club
8. ⁠Sri Lankan Muslim Community of East London
9. Kingsbury Islamic Cultural Centre
10. Jaffna Muslim Association UK
11. Rambuk Ela Welfare Association UK
12. Sri Lankan Bolton Community UK
13. Inter-Build Aid
14. Harrow Strokers Badminton Club
15. British Muslim Society
16. Mawanella Association of Britain
17. Assembly of Muslim Associations
18. World Forum for Sri Lankan Muslims
19. Airflex Badminton Club
20. Sri Lankan Muslim Association South London
21. Akurana United Foundation
22. SL Muslim Domicile BMG in association with Eden Foundation
23. Sri Lankan Community Development Trust – Watford
24. Sri Lankan Muslim Community Foundation of Milton Keynes (Fishermead Mosque)
25. Ceylon United Foundation Blackburn. (Newswire)

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The Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic, Sri Dalada Maligawa, has contributed Rs. 50 million in financial aid to the ‘Rebuilding Sri Lanka’ Fund.

The Chief incumbents of the Malwathu and Asgiri chapters, along with the committee members and the Maha Sangha, together with the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic, made the donation to help uplift lives affected by the floods and to rebuild the houses destroyed by the devastating floods.

According to the Sri Dalada Maligawa, the donation was officially handed over to President Anura Kumara Dissanayake at the presidential secretariat today (11 Dec).

Ven. Mahawela Rathanapala Thero – Deputy Registrar of Malwathu chapter, Ven. Muruddeniye Dhammarathana Thero – Deputy Registrar of Asgiriya chapter,  Hon. Pradeep Nilanga Dela – Lay Custodian of the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic and Dr. Nandika Sanath Kumanayaka – Presidential Secretary were present during the official handing over. (Newswire)

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The Government of China has announced cash and relief donations to support Sri Lanka, which has faced large-scale disaster due to the impact of Cyclone Ditwah.

According to the Chinese Embassy in Colombo, the Government of China has granted a cash donation of USD 1 million.

The Government of China has also provided RMB 10 million worth of relief supplies. (Newswire)

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The All-China Women’s Federation (ACWF) has donated a consignment of materials valued at approximately Rs. 43 million to support the well-being and development of women and children in Sri Lanka. 

According to a Parliament statement, the donation comprises equipment for establishing a mother-and-baby room and a childcare centre for the children of staff members of ‍ Parliament of Sri Lanka, along with women’s hygiene products to be distributed through the Women Parliamentarians’ Caucus.

The official handover ceremony was held yesterday (25) at the Parliament of Sri Lanka under the patronage of Speaker Jagath Wickramaratne. The donation was formally presented to the Speaker and the Minister of Women and Child Affairs and Chairperson of the Women Parliamentarians’ Caucus, Saroja Savithri Paulraj, by the Ambassador of China to Sri Lanka, Qi Zhenhong.

In his remarks, Speaker Jagath Wickramaratne noted that the donation reflects the deep and longstanding friendship between Sri Lanka and China. He emphasized that enhancing the well-being of women and children remains a shared priority and expressed sincere appreciation to the All-China Women’s Federation for its continued support.

Addressing the gathering, Minister of Women and Child Affairs Saroja Savithri Paulraj expressed her gratitude for the timely contribution. She stated that the donated materials will directly strengthen ongoing programmes aimed at uplifting women and children, particularly those in vulnerable communities.

Ambassador Qi Zhenhong highlighted that China and Sri Lanka share a long history of friendship, and that this donation by the All-China Women’s Federation reflects China’s commitment to supporting Sri Lanka’s efforts in women’s empowerment and child wellbeing.

This contribution follows the discussions held between the Women Parliamentarians’ Caucus and the ACWF during high-level meetings in 2023 and 2024, during which the Chinese Government expressed its intention to extend financial assistance, including support for providing school uniforms and future initiatives of the Caucus. (Newswire)

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A school supplies donation event held by the Embassy of China in Sri Lanka took place at three schools in Moratuwa, Galle and Matara last week.

According to the Chinese Embassy, Ambassador Qi Zhenhong led a group to the schools on 25 and 26th June to attend the “Culture and Care for Young Hearts, Together in Friendship” event. 

During the event, stationery was donated to students, and food packages were provided to the underprivileged families. The value of donated items received by each school is approximately Rs. 1.6 million. 

Minister of Justice and National Integration, Harshana Nanayakkara, Deputy Minister of National Integration, Muneer Mulaffer, government officials, principals, teachers and students participated in the events. 

The following is Chinese Ambassador Qi Zhenhong’s full speech at the events:

Today, we gather with joyful hearts to provide school supplies for Sri Lankan students and dry food ration boxes for families in need. Though these items may not be expensive, they embody the profound goodwill between the people of China and the people of Sri Lanka. As the ancient Sri Lankan saying goes: “A friend’s kindness is more precious than gold.

There is an old Chinese proverb that says, “Even in hardship, we must not neglect education; even in poverty, we must not let our children suffer.” Children are the future of a nation and the seeds of hope. No matter how difficult life may be, we must do our best to create good learning conditions for them.

Today, we have brought school bags, notebooks, and pencils with the hope that you can study with peace of mind and use knowledge to change your destiny. We believe that, with the devoted efforts of teachers, the younger generation will grow up strong and become the pillars of the nation’s future.

At the same time, we have also prepared food packages for some families in need, hoping to offer timely support during difficult times. China and Sri Lanka are good friends and reliable partners who look out for each other. Since ancient times, our two peoples have been closely connected through the Maritime Silk Road, supporting one another like family.

As a Sri Lankan poet once said, “A true friend is someone who holds an umbrella for you in the rain.” When China was in need, the Sri Lankan people extended generous support to us. Today, we are equally willing to lend a helping hand and stand with our Sri Lankan brothers and sisters through challenging times.

Dear students, you are the future of Sri Lanka. I hope you will cherish the opportunity to learn and grow strong like the coconut tree — with roots that reach deep and leaves that spread wide — so that one day, you can contribute to your motherland’s progress and prosperity.

China will continue to walk hand in hand with Sri Lanka, deepening our cooperation in education, development, and beyond, so that the tree of our friendship may flourish with even more strength and vitality.

Finally, I wish you all academic success and joyful growth! May every family enjoy happiness and good health. And may the friendship between our two countries be passed down from generation to generation, like the endless waves of the Indian Ocean — never ceasing, always enduring. (Newswire)

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Sri Lanka’s national school meal programme has been bolstered through a contribution of US$1 million from the Lions Clubs International Foundation (LCIF), in partnership with World Food Program USA.

The funding supports the United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) in Sri Lanka’s Home Grown School Feeding and rice fortification projects that allow children to receive nutrient-rich food in school.

Through this generous contribution, 100,000 children in selected schools are receiving rice fortified with iron and folic acid. Additionally, 2,700 smallholder farmers are receiving agriculture and poultry farming tools and training, empowering them to supply food for school meals.

“School feeding programmes are a game changer in strengthening fragile food systems,” said Abdur Rahim Siddiqui, WFP Sri Lanka’s Representative and Country Director. “By empowering school meal suppliers and farmers to produce food for the meals, we are creating a formal system that boosts livelihoods and enhances the sustainability of school feeding. We are grateful for the support from the Lions Clubs International Foundation and the World Food Program USA, which enables us to continue this work.”

Launched in 2020, WFP’s Home Grown School Feeding Programme provides suppliers and smallholder farmers with the tools, training and other resources needed to grow food and rear poultry. By integrating farmers within the national school meal programme system, they are guaranteed a steady income while schools are assured of an uninterrupted supply of fresh ingredients for their meals. This model helps improve child nutrition, boosts local economies, and financially empowers communities.

For many poor families, school feeding substitutes a considerable portion of their food expenditure. Making fortified rice available in the meals greatly improves their nutritional value, boosting children’s consumption of essential vitamins and minerals. 

WFP has been supporting Sri Lanka’s national school meal programme for over 20 years, in collaboration with the Ministry of Agriculture, the Ministry of Education and the Ministry of Health, as part of broader efforts to address malnutrition. 

This latest project is jointly supported by World Food Program USA—an organisation that mobilises American policymakers, businesses, and individuals to support WFP’s mission—and LCIF, which empowers humanitarian service through grants, programmes, and partnerships leveraging their worldwide network of volunteers. (Newswire)

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Sri Lanka’s Sri Dalada Maligawa and the Malwathu-Asgiri temples have donated Rs.15 million in financial assistance to support those affected by the recent earthquake in Myanmar.

On Wednesday (02 Apr), the Chief Incumbent of the Asgiriya Chapter, the Anunayake Theros of the Malwathu and Asgiriya Chapters, along with committee members and the Maha Sangha, gathered near the Sacred Tooth Relic to chant Pirith and offer blessings.

According to a statement from the Sri Dalada Maligawa, this ceremony was held to honour the lives lost in the disaster and to pray for the well-being and recovery of the people of Myanmar.

“Sri Lanka shares a long-standing and close relationship with Myanmar, a nation with a deep-rooted Theravada Buddhist tradition. In a reaffirmation of this bond, the Sri Dalada Maligawa and the Malwathu-Asgiri temples have donated 15 million rupees in financial assistance to support those affected by the recent natural disaster in Myanmar,” the statement said.

The donation was officially handed over to the Ambassador of Myanmar in Sri Lanka by the Most Venerable Mahanayake Thero of the Asgiriya Chapter and the Honorable Diyawadana Nilame of the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic. (Newswire)

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Commemorating the 25th year since the bomb attack that targeted her in December 1999, former President Chandrika Bandaranaike Kumaratunga donated essential medicines to the Apeksha Cancer Hospital in Maharagama. 

In a statement, the former President said she was accompanied by the family members of her Security official who had died in the bomb blast. 

Chandrika Bandaranaike Kumaratunga further said that the medicine donation was made to the ‘Indira Cancer Trust’ operated by former Speaker Karu Jayasuriya and Dr. Lanka Jayasuriya. 

“The six-storey complex provides valuable services to sick children and their families. It is equipped with all the facilities like delicious food and drinks, toys and educational equipment etc. and also helps people who are unable to afford bus fare,” she said.

The former President added that the hospital was a very valuable and appropriate place for anyone who wants to help others via donations. (Newswire)

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The Government of China has made cash donations amounting to a total of Rs. 1.5 billion to the Northern and Eastern Provinces of Sri Lanka, so far this year, the Chinese Embassy in Colombo said.

The Government of China has made significant donations for the development of the Northern and Eastern Provinces, with Chinese Ambassador Qi Zhenhong visiting various parts of the two provinces to deliver the aid. 

Taking to ‘X’, the Chinese Embassy in Colombo said Chinese Ambassador Qi Zhenhong visited the Northern and Eastern Provinces, making multiple donations between 19-21 November 2024 as well. 

Visiting the Kaluvankerni village in the Eastern Province yesterday (21 Nov), the Chinese Ambassador made a cash donation of Rs. 04 million.

The ambassador has visited the village in the Eastern Province for several consecutive years, making multiple cash donations to support villagers in building homes and improving livelihood.  

Previously, on Wednesday (20 Nov), Ambassador Qi Zhenhong contributed an additional cash donation of Rs. 08 million from the Chinese Government to the Eastern Province.

The Chinese Embassy announced that the Chinese Ambassador also delivered a cash donation of Rs. 12 million to the Northern Province on the same day. 

According to the Chinese Embassy in Colombo, the Government of China has donated house units, fishing nets and rice for a total value of Rs. 1.5 billion to the Northern and Eastern Provinces for this year. (Newswire)

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Sri Lankan actor and former MP Ranjan Ramanayake’s foundation has announced a donation programme to distribute free laptops to students in need. 

Accordingly, the laptops will be distributed on Tuesday (July 23) from 09.30 am to 01.00 pm at the Lotus Hall at BMICH in Colombo.

The free laptop donation by The Ranjan Ramanayake Foundation is being conducted with the support of Indu Herath residing in the USA.

According to the Ranjan Ramanayake Foundation, school and university students requiring laptops have been instructed to send their requests via WhatsApp to 077 362 4927.

In 2023, former MP Ranjan Ramanayake conducted a similar laptop donation programme supported by the Sri Lankan community residing in the US, including business persons and ordinary citizens.

At the time, nearly 500 laptops had been donated to the actor during his stay in the USA to perform in musical programmes after which he commenced a special programme in Sri Lanka to distribute free laptops to students in need. (Newswire)

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The opposition, Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) has donated a school bus to the Matara Mahinda Rajapaksa Vidyalaya under the party’s 86th phase of the “Sakwala” school bus programme.

The bus worth Rs. 5 million was donated to the school authorities under the patronage of Opposition and SJB Leader MP Sajith Premadasa. 

Addressing the school following the donation, MP Premadasa pointed out that it was general practice, that if a political opponent’s name is in a certain place, other politicians will not look at it.

MP Premadasa further said that despite he and MP Mahinda Rajapaksa having differences of opinion, he worked to donate a bus to the school as he does not have such hypocritical views. 

The Opposition Leader emphasized that the future of the children of the school was more important to him than the name of Mahinda Rajapaksa. (NewsWire)

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Russia has extended a substantial donation of USD 1.5 million worth of sunflower oil to Sri Lanka through the UN World Food Programme. 

According to the President’s Media Division (PMD), the official handover ceremony took place at the Partnership Secretariat for World Food Programme Co-operation (PSWFPC) premises in Colombo on Tuesday (Jan 16).

Demonstrating unwavering solidarity, Russia has granted 130.41 MT of fortified Sunflower oil through the World Food Programme (WFP).

The initial batch of 351.9 metric tons (MT) was received on July 4, 2023, followed by a second instalment of 130.41 MT, received on December 30, 2023 (117.3MT), and January 4, 2024 (13.11). This benevolent initiative falls under the Emergency Responsive Programme (ERP), channelling Russian aid directly to low-income and vulnerable families across the nation. The impact of this assistance has reached 8,625 households, particularly in the districts of Batticaloa, Nuwara Eliya and Trincomalee.

The total contribution from the Russian Federation now stands at an impressive 482.31 MT, garnering immense appreciation for the humanitarian efforts extended by the people of Russia to the people of Sri Lanka.

This collaborative effort highlights the spirit of international solidarity in addressing the pressing needs of communities facing economic challenges, marking a significant milestone in the enduring relationship between the Russian Federation and Sri Lanka.

The Ambassador of the Russian Federation Levan S. Dzhagaryan and his team, Abdur Rahim Siddiqui, Country Director of WFP, Gerard Rebello, Deputy Country Director, and the dedicated team of the World Food Programme, Vernan Perera, Additional Secretary to the President, Ameer Ajwad Additional Secretary, Ministry of Foreign Affairs, M.H.A.M Riflan, Director General PSWFPC and other officials participated in the event. (NewsWire)

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A group of Sri Lankan cricketers have donated necessary cricket supplies for students of a school in Polonnaruwa who were found to be training despite a lack of facilities. 

A recent media report exposed the dire conditions under which the students of Aselapura Maha Vidyalaya were training.

The students were found to be using discarded fishing nets and ripped gloves for cricket practice.

Dasun Shanaka, Kusal Mendis, Sadheera Samarawickrama, Avishka Fernando, Prabath Jayasuriya, Dunith Wellalage, and Danushka Gunathilaka from the Sri Lankan national team visited the children at their school recently to donate necessary cricket supplies.

During the donation, the cricketers expressed hope that their assistance would inspire the children to one day enter the Under-19 or even the national team of Sri Lanka.

Video : https://shorturl.at/OTW89 (NewsWire)

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The stock of 24 types of essential medicines worth over US$ 1 million donated by Bangladesh has been officially handed over to Sri Lanka on Thursday (Dec 21). 

According to the Ministry of Health, the stock of medicines was officially handed over to Health Minister Ramesh Pathirana by the High Commissioner of Bangladesh to Sri Lanka Tareq Md Ariful Islam.

The stock of essential medicines has been received following a request made by Sri Lanka and discussions held between the Health Ministries of Sri Lanka and Bangladesh in this regard.

The Health Ministry said the donated stock of medicines is sufficient to cover Sri Lanka’s medicine needs for three months.

The ministry added that the medicine donation was coordinated by the State Pharmaceutical arm of Bangladesh, Essential Drugs Company Limited. (NewsWire)

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Colombo-based Light For Life Foundation has made a monetary donation in aid of the earthquake victims in Turkiye.

The foundation headed by Jainul Abdeen handed over a cheque for Rs 10 million to the Turkiye Ambassador in Sri Lanka Demet Sekercioglue on Thursday, March 9.

The Executive Committee members of the foundation Faizal Buhary, M.I.M. Imtiaz, Usman Jawfer, and Azrin Saheer also participated in the event. (NewsWire)

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A donation of 11 types of essential medical supplies worth over Rs. 26 Million Sri Lankan Rupees was made to the Lady Ridgeway Hospital for Children in Colombo, by the IHRC representing the Sri Lankan Muslim Communities in Canada. 

The donation of essential medical supplies was made through Zam Zam Foundation in Sri Lanka in partnership with IDRF, a Canadian NGO based in Toronto.

The director of the Hospital Dr. G. Wijesuriya accepted the donation from the Directors of IHRC, Dr. Aslam Hasana Lebbe and Mr. Rimzy Kutubdeen who attended the event held at the Hospital Auditorium in Colombo on 28th of February 2023. 

Chairman of Zam Zam Foundation Mufthi Yoosuff Haniffa and Directors together with Ash-sheikh. Arkam Nooramith took part in the symbolic handover ceremony, which was attended by Medical Doctors, Nurses and other stakeholders of the hospital.

The donation was made on a request from hospital authorities due to the financial crisis in the island nation which resulted in severe shortages in medicine in public hospitals. 

The donations towards the project were primarily from the Sri Lankan ex-pats in Toronto while it is noteworthy to mention that many non-Sri Lankans in Toronto also took part in this worthy cause.

The Lady Ridgeway Hospital for Children in Colombo, which treats thousands of children annually, is the largest tertiary care hospital in Sri Lanka exclusively treating and managing children from all parts of the country. 

The hospital director in his remarks to the audience mentioned that the donations received from IHRC, through IDRF and Zam Zam Foundation, were sufficient for continuous critical care of children in the hospital for approximately 06 months. (NewsWire)

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