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MOGADISHU — In a targeted strategic move to enhance Somalia’s disaster management capabilities, the Somali Disaster Management Agency (SoDMA) held a productive inaugural meeting with the Swedish organization, LM International. The meeting aimed to establish the foundation for a long-term strategic partnership focused on developing an effective national system to …

MOGADISHU —  The Somali National News Agency (SONNA) reported that the Minister of Health and Social Welfare of the Federal Government, Dr. Ali Haji, presented a detailed account of landmark achievements in the development of the country’s healthcare infrastructure during the National Press Week Forum. According to SONNA, these accomplishments …

MOGADISHU —  In a significant move to strengthen the national agricultural output, the Federal Government of Somalia’s Minister of Agriculture and Irrigation, Mr. Mohamed Abdi Hayir (Maareeye), distributed vital agricultural equipment to farmers in collaboration with Qatar Charity. The Somali National News Agency (SONNA) highlighted that this initiative aims to …

BAIDOA — Baidoa, the interim capital of Somalia’s South West State, yesterday marked the conclusion of the “Country Humanitarian Forum”, organized by the Somali Disaster Management Agency (SoDMA). The high-level gathering brought together government officials, international partners, civil society, and private sector leaders to forge a unified vision for Somali-led humanitarian …

MOGADISHU — The King Salman Humanitarian Aid and Relief Center (KSrelief) continues to support the operation of the National Blood Bank in Mogadishu, as part of its ongoing efforts to enhance health services in the country. According to data from the center, 904 individuals benefited from the blood bank’s services …

HARGEISA — The World Food Programme (WFP), in partnership with the government of Somaliland, has inaugurated a state-of-the-art logistics hub in Berbera, a move expected to dramatically speed up humanitarian aid distribution and strengthen regional trade links. According to a report by Hiiraan Online, the strategically located facility near Berbera …

MOGADISHU — On Monday evening, the Somali capital was struck by a tragic event when a massive fire broke out at Suuq Bacaad, the country’s second-largest open-air market, resulting in the death of a young girl and the destruction of hundreds of market stalls, according to reports from Hiiraan Online. …

MOGADISHU — In a strategic move toward shifting disaster management from reactive responses to preventive action, the Somali Disaster Management Agency (SODMA), in partnership with CARE International in Somalia, hosted a two-day national consultative workshop on August 3–4, 2025, in Mogadishu. The event was part of the “Anticipatory Action and …

MOGADISHU — On the sun-baked outskirts of Mogadishu, Somalia’s most iconic animal is taking center stage in a quiet revolution that blends heritage with modern enterprise. For centuries, camels have been the lifeblood of Somali pastoralist culture — providing food, transport, and inspiration in poetry and folklore. Today, according to …

MOGADISHU — Somalia’s humanitarian crisis is “rapidly worsening,” driven by severe aid cuts, persistent conflict, and climate shocks, according to Mohamud Moalim Abdulle, Chairman of the Somali Disaster Management Agency (SoDMA). In an exclusive interview with Radio Shabelle, Abdulle revealed that the closure of multiple maternal and child health (MCH) …