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MOGADISHU — His Excellency Dr. Hassan Mohamed Hussein, Governor of the Banadir Region and Mayor of Mogadishu, launched a pioneering humanitarian initiative by providing direct financial assistance to disabled persons in the capital on the occasion of Eid al-Fitr 1447 AH – 2026 AD. This noble gesture reflects the regional administration’s commitment to enabling the most vulnerable segments to share in the festive joy and enhancing social solidarity among the capital’s residents.
The Somali National News Agency (SONNA) reported in field coverage that the cash grants directly targeted the deaf, the blind, and those with physical disabilities across various districts. This humanitarian move aims to meet the essential living requirements of these families during the Eid days, ensuring their dignity and active inclusion in the festive atmosphere of the Somali community.
As documented by “SONNA,” the Mayor of Mogadishu emphasized during the distribution ceremony that caring for disabled persons lies at the heart of the Banadir Administration’s priorities as a fundamental pillar of the social fabric. His Excellency noted that the administration is currently formulating sustainable programs aimed at strengthening the social protection system and ensuring equitable access to basic services for people of determination.
In statements broadcast by the official media platform (SONNA), the Banadir Governor urged affluent citizens and the private sector to shoulder their social responsibilities in supporting individuals with special needs. His Excellency stressed that community synergy is the true guarantee for facing economic challenges, affirming that governmental and grassroots efforts must integrate to achieve comprehensive social stability.
This initiative is part of an integrated strategy adopted by the Banadir Regional Administration to consolidate principles of inclusivity and social justice directed toward disabled persons in the capital. The administration works to provide platforms for supporting this group, not only through seasonal aid but also through rehabilitation and empowerment projects aimed at transforming them into active and productive energies.
Reports issued by the Somali National News Agency explained that the Governor emphasized the importance of building a conducive environment that guarantees the rights of disabled persons in education, employment, and community participation. He pointed out that the regional administration aims to remove all obstacles that prevent this group from leading their lives normally, in line with national trends to enhance human development.
The beneficiaries of this financial grant expressed their deep gratitude for this humanitarian gesture from the regional administration, affirming its significant impact in alleviating living pressures during the Eid days. Observers believe that the regularity of such initiatives contributes to strengthening trust between local institutions and citizens, highlighting the sophisticated humanitarian dimension in government management toward the most fragile groups.
The Governor concluded his tour by extending his warmest congratulations to the Somali people on the occasion of the happy Eid, praying to God for its return to the country with goodness, prosperity, and blessings. These efforts remain a fundamental pillar in building a cohesive society that takes pride in its authentic identity and values based on compassion and synergy in the face of various human challenges.
Caring for disabled persons represents the true reflection of a society’s sophistication and human civilization, confirming that the synergy of official and private efforts in Somalia remains the ideal way to consolidate the foundations of social justice and preserve human dignity on all national and religious occasions.
