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Hargeisa – A week has passed since a blaze destroyed the Waheen market in Hargeisa. The impact of the devastating fire is still being felt, with many local businesspeople reeling from its impact. “My boutique used to stock…

Galkayo – On a visit to the city of Galkayo in northern Somalia today, top United Nations humanitarian officials heard first-hand of the dire conditions that local communities of internally displaced people (IDPs) are…

New York - The Secretary-General welcomes the recent establishment of the African Union Transition Mission in Somalia (ATMIS). He reiterates the unwavering commitment of the United Nations to Somalia and expresses his full…

Mogadishu - Somalia’s international partners* are encouraged that more than 91 per cent of the House of the People seats have now been chosen. We trust that this represents unstoppable momentum to complete the remaining seats…

Mogadishu – On the occasion of the International Day for Mine Awareness and Assistance in Mine Action, the United Nations in Somalia today highlighted the impact that the scourge has on Somalis, and reaffirmed its support for…

Dhabad and Galdogob – Out of fear, the people of Dhabad and Galdogob, in northern Somalia, barely ventured out to the fields near their homes. The risks were too great and well-known to locals: walking in those areas was…

Mogadishu – The human rights situation in Somalia came under the spotlight this past week with the first visit of the United Nations Independent Expert on the issue, and ended with her noting progress and challenges, as well…

(As prepared for delivery, Mogadishu, 2 April 2022) Good morning to you all and thank you for attending this press conference. Before I read my statement, I wish to call on everyone to join me in observing a minute of silence…

Mogadishu - The United Nations in Somalia extends it warmest wishes to all Somalis as they begin the observance of the Holy Month of Ramadan. “The UN family in Somalia wishes all Somalis a peaceful Ramadan, surrounded by…

Drought Response | WFP launches anticipatory action in drought-affected areas WFP launched a new anticipatory action intervention in the Xudur and Waajid districts of the Bakool region, two of the areas in Somalia hardest hit…