Shahid Afridi foundation to help Pakistani prisoners in UAE

Dunya News

Shahid Afridi met authorities in Dubai and raised the point of Pakistani prisoner in Dubai

DUBAI (Dunya News) – Shahid Afridi Foundation has geared up for yet another social cause as the star cricketer announced that his charity would bring back  Pakistanis imprisoned  in Dubai jails, reported Dunya News.

Earlier, Shahid Afridi met authorities in Dubai and raised the point of Pakistani citizens languishing in Dubai jails.

The star cricketer later revealed through his tweet that his foundation would initiate the repatriation of Pakistanis from Dubai.

"Distinctive achievement for Shahid Afridi Foundation as it initiates the repatriation of Pakistanis from Dubai, bringing joy to their families," Shahid Afridi posted.

"I thank H.E LT. Gen Dhahi Khalfan Tamim Deputy CH police & security in Dubai & Dr Brg MohdAlmur Head of human rights in Dubai Police HQ," the star cricketer further added.


Thirty prisoners so far have been released from Dubai jails in the first phase, and hundred more will be freed in the second.