READER LETTER | Dr Sooliman deserves Person of our Lifetime honour

Imtiaz Sooliman, founder of Gift of the Givers.
Imtiaz Sooliman, founder of Gift of the Givers.
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Imtiaz Sooliman, founder of Gift of the Givers, was selected as “Person of the Year” by  Afrikaans magazine, Vrye Weekblad.

Dr Sooliman's kinship to all human beings in both hemispheres and response to every universal tragedy through his group is overwhelming.

Never in human history has a medical professional contributed such compassion on so large a scale that it defies description. This award is for his altruism, reverence for life and tireless global contributions which has helped make the idea of brotherhood between all nations a living one.

The sacrifices that he has made for the safety and welfare of humanity is priceless and deserves lifelong gratitude from all of us. Humanity will always be grateful for what Sooliman has done during unprecedented times, rendering medical assistance covering many decades and involving many continents.

Sooliman and his medical team have abided by their Hippocratic Oath which is one of the oldest binding documents in history. In global war zones, refugee camps, natural tragedies, famine-stricken areas, the outstretched helping hand of Gift of the Givers brings comfort and solace to millions across the world. 

His contribution to human health is beyond comprehension. The monumental contributions made by this legendary physician, who assisted thousands and inspired millions of lives will never be matched in our lifetime. In the pursuit of assisting stricken victims of war and tragedies, his timely medical assistance saved countless lives. Sooliman has been and will be an inspiration for all those who believe in health as a foundation of social justice.

He is a symbol of commitment and dedication to the cause of equity and justice in health for people. His life is a concrete example of selfless service of humanity, with an unflinching commitment  to ease pain and suffering.

Beloved Dr Sooliman, my congratulations to you for being chosen Person of the Year. Inshallah, you will most certainly be given the Nobel prize for all your stupendous achievements for humanity.

Farouk Araie, Benoni 

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