Tripoli, February 8, 2026 – The head of the Government of National Unity issued Resolution No. (49) for the year 2026 regarding the disbursement of an exceptional Ramadan grant of 1000 dinars for retirees whose pensions do not exceed 1500 dinars.
According to Article Two of the resolution, the specified financial grant is to be paid from the surplus of monthly social security contributions at the Social Security Fund. The Ministry of Social Affairs is tasked with following up on the implementation of the resolution and preparing a comprehensive report regarding the numbers of beneficiaries and the amounts disbursed.
Article Three of the resolution called on the relevant authorities to implement it from the date of its issuance.
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Tripoli
Tripoli is the capital and largest city of Libya, located on the country’s Mediterranean coast. Historically, it was founded by the Phoenicians in the 7th century BC and has since been ruled by the Romans, Arabs, Ottomans, and Italians, serving as a major port and cultural crossroads. Its historic core, the medina of Old Tripoli, contains significant architecture from these various periods.
Government of National Unity
The Government of National Unity (GNU) is a term most notably associated with the post-apartheid transitional government in South Africa, established in 1994 following the country’s first multiracial elections. It was a coalition government led by Nelson Mandela’s African National Congress (ANC) and included its former political rivals, the National Party and the Inkatha Freedom Party, to foster reconciliation and stability.
Social Security Fund
The Social Security Fund is a public institution established to provide financial protection and welfare benefits, such as pensions and healthcare, to eligible citizens. Its history typically involves creation by national governments in the 20th century, often as part of broader social insurance systems designed to mitigate risks like old age, disability, and unemployment.
Ministry of Social Affairs
The Ministry of Social Affairs is a government department responsible for social welfare, family services, and community support. Its history is tied to the modern development of the welfare state, often emerging in the 20th century as nations formalized systems to address poverty, public health, and social security.
