UNSOM
United Nations Assistance Mission in Somalia

Closure of UNSOM

The United Nations Assistance Mission in Somalia (UNSOM) was established on 3 June 2013. Its mandate ended on 31 October 2024, subsumed to the United Nations Transitional Assistance Mission in Somalia (UNTMIS).

UN extends warm greetings to all Somalis for Eid-al-Fitr

Mogadishu – The United Nations family in Somalia extends warm greetings and congratulations to all Somalis on the occasion of Eid-al-Fitr.

“As we come to the end of the holy month of Ramadan, the United Nations wishes a peaceful and safe Eid-al-Fitr to the people of Somalia as they celebrate this special period of togetherness,” said the UN Secretary-General’s Deputy Special Representative for Somalia, Anita Kiki Gbeho.

“The values which underpin Ramadan – from reflection to reconciliation, from charity to solidarity – also underpin Somalia’s progress and are shared by the United Nations,” she added. “We remain committed to supporting Somalis as they advance with their national priorities. Ciid Wanaagsan.”