The aid is an expression of solidarity from the OIC, represented by the Islamic Solidarity Fund JEDDAH: The secretary-general of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC), Dr. Yousef bin Ahmed Al-Othaimeen, has approved aid for four education projects in Uganda, Gambia and Mauritius. Earlier this week, the OIC also approved humanitarian assistance for six projects in Palestine. The six projects are a continuation of the 31 allocated for Palestine that were approved by the Permanent Council of the Islamic Solidarity Fund in February. The OIC also celebrated International Day of Solidarity with the Palestinian People, a UN-organized event held yearly on Nov. 29. The aid is an expression of solidarity from the OIC, represented by the Islamic Solidarity Fund.