PLATFORMS

MOGADISHU — As part of its continued efforts to protect Somali citizens abroad, the Federal Government of Somalia on Thursday repatriated 129 Somali nationals who had been stranded in Libya after enduring severe humanitarian and security hardships during attempts to migrate through irregular routes. The operation forms part of an …

MOGADISHU — A report issued by the Stockholm International Peace Research Institute has warned of the potential consequences of reduced international aid to fragile states, noting that Somalia is among the most vulnerable countries due to its heavy reliance on external funding to support key sectors, including public health, humanitarian …

HARGEISA — The Government of the Republic of Somaliland has reaffirmed its commitment to expanding humanitarian assistance for internally displaced people through enhanced essential services and sustainable development initiatives aimed at improving living conditions for vulnerable communities, particularly displaced families, women, and children. The commitment was highlighted during the 66th …

MOGADISHU – The Somali Disaster Management Agency (SoDMA) held an official farewell ceremony in Mogadishu for 25 technical and administrative trainees, as part of an advanced international training program in the People’s Republic of China aimed at strengthening disaster management capacity and emergency response readiness. The program is part of …

NAIROBI – The Federal Government of Somalia and the Republic of Kenya have signed a joint cooperation agreement on disaster management aimed at strengthening bilateral coordination in responding to humanitarian and natural crises and improving rapid response capacities across the Horn of Africa. The signing ceremony was held in Nairobi …

DOLOW – The administration of Dolow District yesterday received a high-level delegation representing several United Nations agencies operating in Somalia, during a visit aimed at strengthening joint cooperation and discussing the district’s key development and humanitarian priorities amid growing challenges related to basic services and the needs of local communities, …

HARGEISA — The Ministry of Environment and Climate Change of the Government of Somaliland held a meeting with a delegation from the World Food Programme (WFP) to discuss ways to enhance joint cooperation in addressing climate change and expanding environmental programs aimed at protecting natural resources and supporting affected communities. …

NAIROBI — The Somali Disaster Management Agency (SoDMA) has launched renewed efforts to strengthen its preparedness for potential flooding during the upcoming rainy season through a high-level meeting held in Nairobi, Kenya, with the participation of government officials, international partners, humanitarian organizations, and donor representatives. The meeting was opened by …

BERLIN — Somalia participated in the annual high-level Climate Mobility Forum held in Berlin, Germany, bringing together governments, international organizations, and experts working on climate change, migration, and sustainable development. The country was represented by a delegation from the Ministry of Environment and Climate Change, which joined discussions on the …

HARGEISA — The Ministry of Resettlement and Humanitarian Affairs of the Government of Somaliland today concluded a two-day awareness program (17–18 June) dedicated to refugees and asylum seekers, aimed at enhancing their understanding of public services, rights and responsibilities, and reinforcing their role in promoting security, stability, and peaceful coexistence …