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).
Mogadishu – Marking the International Day for Mine Awareness and Assistance in Mine Action, the United Nations today reaffirmed its commitment to supporting efforts to rid Somalia of the threat from explosive ordnance.…
Humanitarian | OCHA coordinates humanitarian response in Laascaanood Humanitarian partners stepped up efforts to assist people affected by conflict in Laascaanood. OCHA coordinated the response in the areas accessible to the…
Mogadishu – As Somalia enters the Holy Month of Ramadan, the United Nations in Somalia extends its warmest wishes to all Somalis. “The period ahead is a special time of prayer and reflection, as well as a time to show…
Mogadishu – As Somalia enters the Holy Month of Ramadan, the United Nations in Somalia extends its warmest wishes to all Somalis. “The period ahead is a special time of prayer and reflection, as well as a time to show…
Bosaso – Somalia has around 2.9 million internally displaced people (IDPs). Their opportunities for a normal life have been disrupted by being forced to move due to conflict and climate change. Of these, some 300,000 are…
Mogadishu – On the occasion of International Women’s Day, the United Nations in Somalia today congratulated Somali women for their continued contributions to their country’s development. “From peacebuilding and reconciliation…
Mogadishu – On the occasion of International Women’s Day, the United Nations in Somalia today congratulated Somali women for their continued contributions to their country’s development. “From peacebuilding and reconciliation…
Education | UNICEF provides displaced children with access to learning The prolongated drought in Somalia has exacted an extensive toll on access to education, with an estimated 3.85 million children and school personnel…
New York – Despite many challenges, Somalia has made significant progress in advancing key national priorities, but enhancing women’s political participation remains critical, UN Deputy Special Representative in the country…
(As delivered, New York, 22 February 2023) Madam President, Distinguished Members of the Council, Thank you for the opportunity to brief on the situation in Somalia at this session held under the important theme of “Somalia…
Mogadishu – A new national action plan for enhancing and empowering Somali women in their country’s maritime sector was launched today at a high-level event bringing together senior government officials and representatives…