MOGADISHU — Amid worsening drought conditions in central Somalia, Galmudug’s Deputy President, Ali Dahir Eid, has issued an urgent appeal to the Somali Disaster Management Agency (SoDMA) for immediate humanitarian intervention to support affected communities, particularly those near the Ethiopian border. Speaking during a high-level meeting at SoDMA’s headquarters in …
Read More »Mass displacement in Hiiraan sparks urgent relief campaigns
MOGADISHU — An urgent humanitarian crisis is rapidly unfolding in Somalia’s Hiiraan region, where intensified conflict involving the extremist Khawaarij group has displaced over 60,000 people, sparking alarm among national and regional authorities. In a high-level meeting held today at the headquarters of the Somali Disaster Management Agency (SoDMA) in …
Read More »QC supports Mogadishu IDPs with vital food aid
MOGADISHU — With the support of benevolent donors in Qatar, Qatar Charity (QC) has delivered emergency food aid to hundreds of displaced families living in dire humanitarian conditions on the outskirts of the Somali capital, Mogadishu. This initiative comes at a critical time, as the country continues to grapple with …
Read More »Emergency committee meets to address worsening crisis
MOGADISHU — Somalia’s National Emergency Committee convened in Mogadishu this week to review the country’s disaster preparedness and response mechanisms, as humanitarian needs intensify across drought-stricken regions. The meeting, chaired by Minister of Health Dr. Ali Haji Aden, brought together senior government officials, civil society representatives, and the Chairman of …
Read More »KSrelief expands food support to struggling households in Somalia
MOGADISHU — Continuing its dedicated support to the most vulnerable communities in Somalia, the King Salman Humanitarian Aid and Relief Center (KSrelief) on Sunday distributed 1,000 food baskets to families in need in Daynile District, Banadir Region, benefiting approximately 6,000 individuals. The distribution was reported by the Saudi Press Agency …
Read More »OCHA: violence and aid cuts fuel humanitarian emergency
MOGADISHU — The United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA) has expressed serious concern over the worsening humanitarian situation in Somalia, citing severe funding shortfalls, persistent climate challenges, and renewed displacement driven by ongoing violence. In its June 2025 Humanitarian Update, OCHA reported that significant cuts in …
Read More »Interior minister holds talks with UN humanitarian chief
MOGADISHU — The Minister of Interior, Federal Affairs, and Reconciliation of the Federal Government of Somalia, H.E. Ali Yusuf Ali Hosh, held a meeting in Mogadishu with Mr. George Conway, the Deputy Special Representative of the UN Secretary-General, Resident Coordinator, and Humanitarian Coordinator (DSRSG/RC/HC). During the meeting, the two sides …
Read More »EU provides €250,000 in aid for drought-stricken families
MOGADISHU — The European Union (EU) has announced a €250,000 humanitarian aid package to support vulnerable families affected by the severe and prolonged drought that has gripped Somalia since 2022. The funding will provide lifesaving assistance, including access to clean water, healthcare services, and emergency shelter, as the humanitarian crisis …
Read More »Sweden deepens strategic humanitarian partnership in Somalia
MOGADISHU — The Swedish International Development Cooperation Agency has announced a new partnership with the United Nations aimed at enhancing humanitarian efforts in Somalia. This initiative will focus on improving food security and strengthening the resilience of rural communities. SIDA has pledged an additional $3 million to support the Building …
Read More »SoDMA sends aid to 6,000 families in Lower Shabelle
MERCA — The Somalia Disaster Management Agency (SoDMA) has dispatched 10 trucks loaded with food supplies to support around 6,000 families in the KM50 community and surrounding villages. The humanitarian assistance comes at a critical time as the region remains affected by ongoing counter-terrorism operations. SoDMA Chairman Mohamud Moalim Abdulle …
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