Dubai: A community fund established by a Dubai entity raised Dh344million to support the neediest during COVID-19 pandemic, a top official announced at the opening of the 17th edition of the Dubai International Humanitarian Aid and Development Conference and Exhibition (DIHAD) on Monday. “The health sector was supported with more than Dh144 million, while more than Dh8 million were directed to support education, and the aid extended to include tickets for repatriation,” said Dr. Hamad Al Sheikh Ahmed Al Shaibani, director general of the Islamic Affairs and Charitable Activities Department in Dubai (IACAD) which established the Community Solidarity Fund against COVID-19 last year.