GENEVA — Driven by a steadfast commitment to upholding human dignity and promoting values of justice and equality, the Independent National Human Rights Commission of Somalia commenced high-level participation in the International Conference of National Human Rights Institutions, which opened today at the United Nations headquarters in Geneva. This three-day …
Read More »Somalia consolidates justice pillars and supports women’s leadership
MOGADISHU — H.E. Amb. Khadija Mohamed Al-Makhzoumi, Minister of Family and Human Rights Development, inaugurated a high-level workshop in Mogadishu aimed at empowering Somali women and expanding their leadership within national decision-making centers, according to the Somali National News Agency (SONNA). The forum, organized by the Somali Gender Equality Movement …
Read More »Somalia participates in IGAD human rights institutions meeting
BISHOFTU — Recognizing that active international participation in human rights forums is the cornerstone for building national institutions capable of safeguarding human dignity, the Federal Republic of Somalia participated, for the first time, in the annual meeting of the Network of National Human Rights Institutions (NNHRIs) of the Intergovernmental Authority …
Read More »SIMAD University unveils 5-year research and digital plan
NYERI — Recognizing that investment in scientific research and digital innovation is the fundamental pillar for the advancement of major educational institutions, Somalia’s SIMAD University unveiled its ambitious five-year strategic plan (2026–2030) aimed at strengthening research, innovation, and comprehensive digital transformation, as reported by Dawan Africa citing an official press …
Read More »UN warns of escalating humanitarian crisis and malnutrition in Somalia
International concerns are mounting over the deteriorating humanitarian situation in Somalia, as acute climate crises intersect with global geopolitical instability, putting the lives of millions of children at stake. These warnings come at a time when the international community faces immense challenges in ensuring the continuous flow of vital aid …
Read More »Saudi support boosts health service efficiency in Mog…
MOGADISHU — Embodying qualitative humanitarian initiatives that serve as a vital lifeline for restoring health systems in underserved areas, the Saudi Press Agency (SPA) reported that medical projects supported by the King Salman Humanitarian Aid and Relief Centre (KSrelief) in Mogadishu recorded high performance rates last February, providing integrated care …
Read More »Mogadishu University achieves historic milestone in law
MOGADISHU — In an extraordinary moment embodying the will for excellence among Somali youth, the Somali National News Agency (SONNA) reported the details of an unprecedented historic milestone achieved by two students from Mogadishu University, as the first team to represent the country in the Willem C. Vis East International …
Read More »Mogadishu bolsters food security through advanced agricultural programs
MOGADISHU — The Somali National News Agency (SONNA) reported that Eng. Mohamed Hassan Abdille, Director General of the Ministry of Agriculture and Irrigation, inaugurated an advanced Training of Trainers (ToT) program on “Good Agricultural Practices” (GAP), primarily focusing on developing the production of strategic cereal crops in the country. This …
Read More »Riyadh allocates 400 million USD to bolster water security in 22 countries
MOGADISHU — The Saudi Press Agency (SPA) reported that the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, through its humanitarian arm “KSrelief,” continues its global leadership in supporting the water and environmental sanitation sector by implementing 152 vital projects valued at over $409 million, targeting 22 countries to ensure water sustainability. Priority Support …
Read More »Riyadh heals wounds of Somalia’s displaced with food aid
MOGADISHU — In a humanitarian gesture translating the values of brotherhood and solidarity, and as the dawn of Eid Al-Fitr approaches, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia continues to extend a helping hand to affected families in Somalia, according to recent field reports by the Saudi Press Agency (SPA). Zakat Al-Fitr …
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