Awqaf Minister Inaugurates 14,650Sqm Abu Hamour Endowment Project

Doha, Qatar: Minister of Awqaf and Islamic Affairs H E Ghanem bin Shaheen bin Ghanem Al Ghanim inaugurated 14,650sqm endowment project in Abu Hamour yesterday.

The event, organised by the General Authority for Endowments, was attended by Undersecretary of the Ministry H E Dr. Sheikh Khalid bin Mohammed bin Ghanem Al Thani, and took place at the project site.

This pioneering project represents a model for the development and investment of endowments (awqaf) to enhance their contribution to Qatar's economic and urban development. It reflects the vision of the General Authority for Awqaf to grow endowment funds through sustainable investment projects that generate income and serve the community.

Director General of the General Authority for Endowments Eng Hassan bin Abdullah Al Marzouqi said that the project is the result of the Authority's integrated vision and highlights the significant role of endowment initiatives in supporting the national economy and promoting sustainability across different sectors.

He added that this promising project, situated in a strategic location, embodies the message of Islamic endowments and underscores the Authority's efforts to launch model projects that generate returns and support various endowment funds.

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Al Marzouqi emphasized that the Abu Hamour endowment project was implemented to the highest engineering and technical standards, with strict adherence to the approved timeline. Remarkably, the project was completed and delivered five months and ten days ahead of schedule, showcasing the professionalism of the General Authority for Awqaf and the efficiency of its administrative and engineering teams in managing major endowment projects.

The project's anticipated returns will support the Waqf Fund for Righteousness and Piety, especially in charitable activities, thereby enhancing the sustainable social impact of endowments in Qatar.

The blessings of Islamic endowments are reflected in the Waqf Fund for Righteousness and Piety, which was established by the Authority to accommodate the broad charitable intentions of donors. The Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) said:“Charity does not decrease wealth,” highlighting its blessings in this life and its rewards in the hereafter. He also said endowments are considered a form of ongoing charity that continues to benefit the donor even after death.

The project is located in the Abu Hamour area on Central Market Street, giving it a prime and strategic position. It spans a land area of 14,650 square meters and features a modern design and advanced infrastructure.

Basement floor includes essential service facilities. Ground floor features retail outlets, 187 parking spaces, two showrooms, and 21 small administrative offices. Mezzanine floor contains 22 flexible office spaces. First floor includes 46 administrative offices designed for various business needs. The building also includes 4 elevators and 4 staircases, ensuring smooth vertical mobility.

The Abu Hamour Waqf project is a model addition to Doha's real estate scene, combining commercial and administrative functions in a modern environment that meets market demands. The project includes 43 retail shops and 89 administrative offices, spread across a total built-up area of 12,000 square meters.

This initiative reflects the strategy of the General Authority for Endowment s to develop economically and socially viable endowment projects, reinforcing the role of waqf as a partner in sustainable development.

The General Authority for Endowments invites all benevolent individuals who wish to establish a waqf whose returns support any of the designated waqf funds-thereby securing for themselves a lasting charitable deed and ongoing reward until the Day of Judgment-to come forward and contribute to endowments.

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