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10/13/25, 12:57 PM Al Jalila Foundation adds names of 18 donors to sections and facilities at Hamdan Bin Rashid Cancer Hospital in recognition of t…
Rostamani’s family, Abdulsalam Al Rafi’s family, Innovo, Mohammed Ibrahim
Obaidullah, Seddiqi Holding, Dr. Wael Al Mahmeed, and Eissa Abdullah Abdullaziz Al
Othman Endowment.

Dr. Amer Al Zarooni expressed his sincere appreciation to all donors for their generous
support of the Hamdan Bin Rashid Cancer Hospital project, emphasizing that their
contributions embody the highest values of giving and social responsibility and serve as a
cornerstone in building an advanced healthcare system.

Dr. Al Zarooni noted that Al Jalila Foundation has designated 30 sections and facilities
within the hospital to additionally carry the names of donors as a mark of recognition.
Each donor’s name will be added to the section or facility they helped fund,
acknowledging their strategic role in supporting this humanitarian project, which
represents a landmark addition to Dubai’s healthcare infrastructure and lay the foundation
for a better future in cancer care.

The donors expressed their pride in having their names associated with facilities and
sections at Hamdan Bin Rashid Cancer Hospital. They emphasized that giving is both a
social responsibility and a noble humanitarian mission through which they aim to make a
real difference in patients’ lives and help enhance Dubai’s healthcare system.

Abdul Rahim Belghozooz Al Zarooni said he was proud to contribute to the construction
of Hamdan Bin Rashid Cancer Hospital. He shared that his contribution stems from his
strong belief that philanthropy is a social responsibility. He added, “To every cancer
patient, I want you to know you are not alone. This hospital was built with you in mind,
to provide advanced care and renewed hope for recovery.”

His Excellency Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, MD & CEO of Dubai Electricity and Water
Authority (DEWA), affirmed that the late Sheikh Hamdan bin Rashid Al Maktoum left a
profound humanitarian legacy marked by generosity and support for the health sector. His
patronage of medical research, health innovation, and charitable work continues to
inspire. DEWA’s contribution to the Hamdan Bin Rashid Cancer Hospital project reflects
its commitment to preserving the legacy of the late Sheikh Hamdan bin Rashid Al
Maktoum and aligns with its corporate social responsibility strategy. This initiative
exemplifies the Authority’s national commitment to enhancing quality of life, upholding
noble humanitarian values, supporting the healthcare sector, and fostering social
solidarity, all in alignment with the Sustainable Development Goals and the UAE’s
leadership vision for a cohesive and healthy society.

His Excellency Mohammad Ali Rashed Lootah, President and CEO of Dubai Chambers,
noted that their support for the Hamdan Bin Rashid Cancer Hospital project reflects their
commitment to empowering the business community to actively advance vital sectors,
particularly healthcare, and to strengthen Dubai’s competitiveness and leadership as a
global medical and healthcare hub. The Chambers added that the initiative truly
exemplifies the public-private partnership.

Mohammad Ali Al Ansari, Chairman of Al Ansari Exchange, emphasized that their
contribution exemplifies their deep belief in the importance of community partnership in
supporting purposeful initiatives. They noted that the project carries a message of hope
for cancer patients and their families and embodies the values of human solidarity and
social compassion.

Ibrahim Sharaf, Chairman of the Sharaf Group, and Sharafuddin Sharaf, Vice Chairman,

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