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The UN Assistance Mission in Somalia (UNSOM) closed its operations on 31 October 2024, and was succeeded by the UN Transitional Assistance Mission in Somalia (UNTMIS) as of Friday, 1 November, in line with the UN Security Council’s resolution 2753.

The change reflects the progress in the country and is also in line with the request of the Federal Government of Somalia for a two-year transition of UNSOM’s functions to the United Nations Country Team by October 2026.

While the new UNTMIS website and social media platforms are being finalized, relevant UNTMIS communications will be available here:

UNTMIS’s Facebook account – https://www.facebook.com/UNTMIS

UNTMIS's X account - https://x.com/UNTMIS_

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On international day, UN reaffirms commitment to supporting Somalia on human rights

10 Dec 2023 - Mogadishu – Marking both Human Rights Day and the 75th anniversary of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, the United Nations today reaffirmed its unwavering support to Somalia in the full realization of the Declaration.
On International Anti-corruption Day, UN calls for greater effort in fight against corruption and increased involvement of Somali women and youth

09 Dec 2023 - Mogadishu – Marking International Anti-Corruption Day, the United Nations in Somalia today called for greater efforts to prevent and fight corruption and highlighted the special role that women and youth have to play.
On International Day of Persons With Disabilities, UN congratulates Somalia on progress

03 Dec 2023 - Mogadishu – Marking the International Day of Persons with Disabilities (IDPD), the United Nations today commended the Federal Government of Somalia and organisations of persons with disabilities for their progress on promoting the rights and inclusion of persons with disabilities.
As 16 Days of Activism campaign starts, UN calls for more progress to end Gender-Based Violence in Somalia

25 Nov 2023 - Mogadishu – Marking the start of the annual 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence, the United Nations in Somalia today called for more progress in fighting this scourge, with a focus on three areas: the adoption of legislation to strengthen the protection of all persons from gender-based violence, greater support for survivors and accountability for perpetrators of gender-based violence.
International partners call for calm and restraint in Garowe

21 Nov 2023 - Mogadishu – International partners* are concerned about the risk of higher tensions, including the current mobilization of forces, in Garowe. The presence of these forces is intimidating civilians and has led to the closure of schools.
Transcript of End of Mission Press Conference by Independent Expert on the Situation of Human Rights in Somalia Isha Dyfan

19 Nov 2023 - (Edited for clarity) Good morning members of the press,Good morning, ladies and gentlemen, And thank you for coming, though the weather is so bad today – thank you for the efforts. I would like to begin my conversation with you this morning by thanking the Government of the Federal Republic of Somalia for the invitation and excellent cooperation extended to me during the visit.
International partners condemn escalation of conflict in Laascaanood

27 Aug 2023 - Mogadishu – International partners* strongly condemn the escalation of conflict in Laascaanood, including reports of fighting spreading outside the town.
Remarks by the UN Special Representative for Somalia, Catriona Laing, to the media, during her visit to Dhusamareb, Galmudug

15 Jul 2023 - Edited for length and clarity Your Excellency, President Ahmed Abdi Karie 'Qoorqoor', Let me begin by expressing my gratitude for the really warm welcome you've extended to me and my team. Since my arrival in Somalia in early June. I've been touring around the Federal Member States; indeed, I was due to be here in June, but His Excellency the President Hassan Sheikh (Mohamud) called a meeting on the day I was due to come here. But I'm delighted to be here now.
On the occasion of the anniversary of Somalia’s independence, the UN praises the resilience and determination of the Somali people

01 Jul 2023 - Mogadishu – On the occasion of the 63rd anniversary of Somalia’s independence, the United Nations congratulates the people of Somalia and praises their commitment towards building a better future. “On behalf of the UN family in Somalia, I salute the people of Somalia and reaffirm the UN’s support to ensure an inclusive, peaceful and prosperous Somalia” said the Special Representative of the UN Secretary-General for Somalia, Catriona Laing.
Marking Eid al-Adha, UN in Somalia extends warmest wishes to all Somalis

27 Jun 2023 - Mogadishu – The United Nations in Somalia extends its warmest wishes to all Somalis on this special occasion of Eid al-Adha.

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