Sheikh Mohammed sponsors treatment for child with spinal muscular atrophy

The humanitarian initiative offers new hope to 11-year-old Abdul Rahman Muhannad Al-Ajili, who is facing a critical treatment deadline

By Emirates247 Published: 2026-08-30T12:19:00+04:00 1 min read
His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum's, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, sponsorship comes at a critical stage in Abdul Rahman’s condition, as he has only two months remaining to receive the required treatment.
His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum's, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, sponsorship comes at a critical stage in Abdul Rahman’s condition, as he has only two months remaining to receive the required treatment.

Dubai: His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, has sponsored the treatment of Abdul Rahman Muhannad Al-Ajili, aged 11 years and 10 months, who suffers from spinal muscular atrophy.

The humanitarian gesture reflects the UAE’s approach and leadership in compassion and giving, and offers the child new hope for recovery.

His Highness’s sponsorship comes at a critical stage in Abdul Rahman’s condition, as he has only two months remaining to receive the required treatment.

Abdul Rahman Muhannad Al-Ajili
Abdul Rahman Muhannad Al-Ajili