In a complex climatic scene, Somalia faces dual challenges: the burden of severe drought and early warnings of torrential rains that could turn into devastating floods. This places relief authorities and local communities on high alert to avoid a potential humanitarian disaster that could deepen the suffering of already affected …
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ADADO — In a humanitarian move aimed at curbing the repercussions of the drought casting its shadow over central Somalia, an emergency relief campaign has been launched to secure the vital lifeline for affected pastoralist communities, bolstering the resilience of stricken families against the dry spell threatening the pillars of …
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MOGADISHU — In a humanitarian step reflecting the state’s commitment to protecting humanity’s most precious gift, the Federal Ministry of Health organized a comprehensive national symposium in Mogadishu yesterday, Thursday, to mark International Glaucoma Awareness Day. This initiative seeks to instill a culture of early detection and protect citizens from …
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Amid volatile climatic shifts striking the Horn of Africa, Somalia faces a tragic new chapter of human suffering. The search for a drop of water has evolved into a daily epic for survival, amidst the silence of the wilderness and the groans of camps crowded with thousands fleeing the fangs …
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GENEVA — H.E. Khadro Mohamed Dualle, Ambassador and Permanent Representative of the Federal Republic of Somalia to the United Nations in Geneva, reaffirmed her country’s firm commitment to advancing human rights and strengthening cooperation with international partners. Her remarks were delivered at the UN Human Rights Council, as reported by …
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MOGADISHU — H.E. Hassan Hussein Mohamed, Somali Minister of Livestock, Forestry, and Range, received Dr. Hamid Nuru, the newly appointed Country Director of the World Food Programme (WFP) in Somalia, to discuss strategic cooperation in food security and pastoral resource development, according to the Somali National News Agency (SONNA). During …
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MOGADISHU — H.E. Mohamud Moallim Abdulle, Chairman of the Somali Disaster Management Agency (SoDMA), received H.E. Wang Yu, Ambassador of the People’s Republic of China, at the agency’s headquarters to discuss enhancing strategic partnerships against escalating climate challenges. The meeting featured the announcement of a Chinese emergency aid package, including …
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RIYADH — Saudi medical and surgical team from the Saudi Program for Separating Conjoined Twins at King Abdullah Specialist Children’s Hospital in Riyadh has successfully performed a complex 12-hour operation to separate Somali twins “Rahma and Ramla.” According to the Saudi Press Agency (SPA), the surgical procedure was executed across …
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MOGADISHU — H.E. Ahmed Moallim Fiqi, Somali Minister of Defense, held a strategic meeting with H.E. James Swan, the UN Secretary-General’s Special Representative, focusing on aligning national security operations with rigorous international human rights standards. The Somali National News Agency (SONNA) reported that the high-level engagement in Mogadishu aimed to …
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MOGADISHU — In a strategic move to mitigate climate challenges, the Somali Federal Government has disbursed $3.88 million in insurance compensations aimed at restoring the livelihoods of thousands of pastoralist families affected by drought. The Somali National News Agency (SONNA) reported that this direct financial support reached 17,734 herders across …
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