LAS ANOD – The Supreme Council of Somali Scholars, headed by Sheikh Bashir Ahmed Salad, has launched intensive field efforts aimed at bridging divisions and bringing closer the views of conflicting parties in the Sool region. The initiative focuses primarily on the humanitarian dimension as an important gateway to building trust …

MoOGADISHU – The Somali capital, Mogadishu, is facing a growing humanitarian crisis as a result of continued eviction operations, house demolitions, and property clearances in several neighborhoods. The measures have displaced hundreds of families from their homes and disrupted their livelihoods, while increasing public concern and frustration among residents calling for …

BAIDOA – The Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs and Disaster Management of South West State of Somalia held a high-level coordination meeting last Tuesday in Baidoa to assess the current humanitarian situation and strengthen early preparedness plans to address the potential impacts of the El Niño phenomenon and extreme climate changes …

MOGADISHU – The Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD) launched, yesterday Monday, in the Somali capital Mogadishu, the “Enhancing Women’s Economic Empowerment for Sustainable Peace” project, in a regional step aimed at strengthening Somali women’s participation in peacebuilding processes and supporting their role as active partners in stability, development, and social …

MOGADISHU – In a strategic move aimed at unifying national efforts and strengthening Somalia’s ability to respond to disasters and humanitarian crises, Chairman of the Somali Disaster Management Agency (SoDMA), Mohamud Moallim Abdulle, held an extensive meeting on Monday with the Commander of the Somali National Army Ground Forces, Brigadier …

JOWHAR – As part of its continued humanitarian efforts to address the impacts of natural disasters and strengthen the resilience of local communities, the Somali Disaster Management Agency (SoDMA) today, Sunday, distributed emergency food assistance to hundreds of drought-affected families in Balad District of the Middle Shabelle Region. The intervention …

AFMADOW – The Jubaland State Government continues to implement plans aimed at strengthening essential services in Afmadow District of Lower Juba region through projects focused on improving healthcare facilities and developing water resources. The initiatives are part of broader efforts to enhance living conditions, support local communities, and invest in …

HARGEISA — The Ministry of Resettlement and Humanitarian Affairs of Somaliland distributed comprehensive food assistance yesterday, Thursday to 400 families living in the Naasa Hablood A displaced persons camp in Hargeisa, as part of efforts to support vulnerable groups and improve the living conditions of communities affected by displacement. The …

MOGADISHU – The Federal Government of Somalia’s Council of Ministers has approved, during its weekly meeting held on Thursday in the capital Mogadishu, a memorandum of understanding on environmental cooperation between the Federal Republic of Somalia and the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, in a new step aimed at expanding bilateral …

MOGADISHU – The United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA) has issued a new warning over the worsening humanitarian situation in Somalia, stating that continued drought conditions, combined with the impact of conflicts and declining humanitarian funding, have increased pressure on millions of people facing growing challenges in …