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WASHINGTON — The United States has announced the resumption of food aid distribution through the World Food Programme (WFP) in Somalia, following official assurances and understandings provided by the Somali Federal Government. This decision follows a period of temporary suspension that affected Washington-funded relief supplies due to procedural disruptions impacting …

​MOGADISHU — The United Nations has launched an urgent international appeal to mobilize $852 million, a strategic effort aimed at containing intertwined humanitarian crises in Somalia and providing a safety net for those most affected by climate and security shocks. This humanitarian appeal carries a distinct “rationalized” character, recording a …

MOGADISHU — ​The Federal Government of Somalia has confirmed the full recovery of all food commodities removed from a warehouse at Mogadishu Port during ongoing expansion activities, with the supplies being officially handed back to the UN World Food Programme (WFP) to ensure the continuity of relief operations. ​In an …

MOGADISHU — The Somali government announced today the successful repatriation of 275 Somali citizens after rescuing them from human trafficking networks and perilous migration routes in Libya, as part of state efforts to protect its citizens and ensure their dignified return. This humanitarian milestone resulted from close cooperation between the …

MOGADISHU — The Federal Government of Somalia officially launched the 2026 Humanitarian Needs and Response Plan (HNRP) today in a formal ceremony in Mogadishu, aiming to establish a comprehensive roadmap to secure urgent assistance for those most affected by the nation’s climate and security crises. The launch event featured high-level …

MOGADISHU — Somalia’s Minister of Planning, Investment and Economic Development, Mohamud Abdirahman Beene-Beene, held an official meeting today in Mogadishu with Dr. Mary Otieno, the UNFPA Representative to Somalia, to discuss strengthening bilateral cooperation in developmental and social programs. ​The high-level talks focused on deepening the partnership between the ministry …

MOGADISHU — The Somali Hormuud Salaam Foundation held a high-level appreciation ceremony in the capital Mogadishu to honor an Italian medical team and diplomats for their pivotal role in arranging and performing life-saving heart surgeries for 24 Somali children who received specialized treatment in Italy. The ceremony marked the successful …

​MOGADISHU — The House of the People of the Federal Parliament of Somalia has officially ratified the legislation establishing the National Meteorological and Climate Services Agency, a strategic milestone aimed at strengthening national capacity to address climate change and enhance disaster preparedness. The Minister of Environment and Climate Change, Major …

​DJIBOUTI — The Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD) has welcomed the Somali Federal Parliament’s ratification of the organization’s new treaty, describing it as a fundamental pillar for enhancing regional cooperation in the Horn of Africa. The regional bloc stated that the Somali Parliament’s approval marks a significant milestone in Mogadishu’s …

​MOGADISHU — ​The House of the People of the Federal Parliament of Somalia officially ratified, yesterday, Wednesday, the new Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD) Treaty, in a legislative step aimed at strengthening engagement in regional cooperation mechanisms. This parliamentary ratification marks a significant milestone in the Somali state’s journey toward …