PLATFORMS

​MOGADISHU — The Federal Republic of Somalia has initiated a strategic phase of green economic transition and climate investment mobilization following the launch of an expanded consultation workshop dedicated to developing the “National Voluntary Carbon Markets Guidelines” to capture global financing. ​It was noted in an update published on its …

​MOGADISHU — ​Somalia confronts escalating environmental strains today driven by rapid deforestation, recurrent drought cycles, pollution, and illegal poaching; critical challenges that trigger severe ecosystem degradation and directly threaten regional wildlife, water resources, and public livelihoods. It was noted in an update published on its official Facebook page today, that …

​MOGADISHU — ​A vital international humanitarian intervention has renewed hope for thousands of climate-affected households in Somalia following the European Union’s announcement of a 138 million euro financial package combining critical emergency relief with regional security stabilization. ​The resource deployment was finalized during a high-profile meeting between Somali President Hassan …

​MOGADISHU — The Somali Ministry of Environment and Climate Change held an expanded coordination meeting focused on vitalizing the green industries sector. H.E. Ahmed Omar Mahamed, Minister of State for Environment and Climate Change, accompanied by a group of experts and technical advisors, met with entrepreneurs and representatives of national …

​BAKU — The Federal Republic of Somalia has warned of the severe repercussions resulting from accelerated urbanization, forced displacement, and persistent climate change pressures facing its major cities; calling on the international community and regional donors to allocate additional and sustainable funding to support resilient, crisis-resistant urban development. This transpired …

LAS ANOD — A specialized workshop focusing on the dissemination and implementation of the updated National Disaster Management Policy commenced today in Las Anod, organized by the Somali Disaster Management Agency (SoDMA) with broad participation from government officials, international partners, and humanitarian entities engaged in relief and risk management activities. …

​MOGADISHU — ​Russia yesterday delivered 25 tons of emergency humanitarian assistance to the Government of Federal Republic of Somalia to support families affected by drought and deteriorating living conditions across several parts of the country. The aid shipment arrived at Aden Adde International Airport in Mogadishu, where it was officially …

​GAROWE — The Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs and Disaster Management and the Water and Land Information Management Center in Puntland have categorically denied reports regarding impending severe storms. ​A joint statement issued by the Ministry and the Center confirmed that warning letters circulating on social media attributed to the Somali …

​MOGADISHU — H.E. Ahmed Omar Mohamed, State Minister for Environment and Climate Change, officially opened the “National Climate Finance Forum,” organized in collaboration with the National Climate Fund (NCF) to chart a comprehensive national strategy for sustainability. According to the Ministry’s official Facebook page, the forum features exceptional participation from …

​MOGADISHU — The National Center for Rural Development and Durable Solutions launched the “KOBAC” project in Mogadishu today, aimed at creating opportunities and strengthening the capacities of communities affected by displacement. The National Center for Rural Development and Durable Solutions’ official Facebook page reported that H.E. Mohamed Hayir Mareeye, Minister …