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In Garowe on First Regional Visit, UN Envoy Affirms Support to Development and Reconciliation Efforts

Garowe – On his first trip to a regional centre, the new United Nations envoy to Somalia reiterated the world body’s support for development programmes and inclusive dialogue between the Federal Government of Somalia and Federal Member states.

09 Jul 2019

UN’s Top Political Official Visits Somalia, Discusses Priority Issues with Government and Civil Society

Mogadishu - The United Nations top political official concluded a two-day visit to Somalia where she held discussions with the Federal Government of Somalia (FGS) and women representatives of the country’s civil society.

31 Jan 2019

In Kismayo on First Regional Visit, UN Envoy Encourages Somalis to Solve Problems Together

With his first planned trip to a regional centre coinciding with tensions between the federal and state governments, the new United Nations envoy to Somalia encouraged Somalis to work together to find their own solutions to their prob

29 Oct 2018

At Local Government Gathering, UN Expert Highlights Need for Solutions to Challenges from Somalia’s Rapid Urbanisation

Mogadishu – At a gathering with Somali local government officials, a senior United Nations expert highlighted the need for long-lasting and local solutions to the challenges brought about by Somalia’s rapid urbanisation.

21 Oct 2018

“It's in Somali's Hands... to Sort Out Somalia's Problems" - UN Envoy Michael Keating

Ahead of the completion of his assignment at the top UN official in Somalia, Michael Keating took some time out to look back on his years of service and the outlook for the Horn of Africa country.

13 Sep 2018

UN Secretary-General appoints Nicholas Haysom of South Africa as New Special Representative for Somalia and Head of UNSOM

United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres today announced the appointment of Nicholas Haysom of South Africa as his Special Representative for Somalia and Head of the United Nations Assistance Mission in Somalia.

12 Sep 2018

UN Envoy Encourages Somalia’s Speedy Ratification of Treaty on Persons with Disabilities

Mogadishu – The top United Nations official for Somalia has encouraged the country’s authorities to proceed quickly with the ratification of a treaty safe-guarding and promoting the rights of people with disabilities.

10 Sep 2018

UN Envoy Highlights Importance of Somali Media’s Rights as Well as Responsibilities

Addressing an audience of senior journalists and civil society representatives in Mogadishu, the United Nations envoy to Somalia today highlighted the important role played by its media and reaffirmed the world body’s support for its rights and development into a responsible and vital part of the

23 Jul 2018

At Somalia Partnership Forum, UN Officials Highlight Progress and Call for Continued Support

Brussels – Speaking at the first day of the Somalia Partnership Forum in Brussels today, two senior United Nations officials commended the country’s government for its efforts in various areas – such as political reform, security, economic development, and recovery and humanitari

16 Jul 2018

Rosemary DiCarlo Meets President Farmaajo on fIrst Field Trip as UN Under-Secretary-General

The UN Under-Secretary-General for Political Affairs Rosemary DiCarlo concluded a day-long visit to Somalia today, her first field trip since her appointment to the position one month ago.

Ms. DiCarlo’s visit to Somalia is part of a regional tour of three countries in the East Africa.

07 Jun 2018

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