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African Union Transition Mission in Somalia (ATMIS)
Source: African Union Transition Mission in Somalia (ATMIS) |

Nigerian Peacekeepers in Somalia celebrate Independence Day

Force Commander Lt. Gen. Sam Okiding praised Nigeria for its ongoing peace support operations in Somalia, noting the West African country had worked for peace across the continent since gaining its freedom in 1960

The African Union Transition Mission in Somalia (ATMIS) has saluted Nigeria for its contribution to African peace and unity at an official ceremony in Mogadishu to mark the country’s 63rd Independence Day anniversary.  At a special ceremony to mark the event at ATMIS Force headquarters, Force Commander Lt. Gen. Sam…

World Health Organization - Regional Office for the Eastern Mediterranean
Source: World Health Organization - Regional Office for the Eastern Mediterranean |

World Health Organization (WHO) extends gratitude to the Government of Japan for life-saving support in the Eastern Mediterranean Region

The Region is no stranger to crises, with a number of countries facing natural and man-made emergencies

Today, Dr Ahmed Al-Mandhari, WHO Regional Director for the Eastern Mediterranean, met with His Excellency Mr Oka Hiroshi, Ambassador of Japan to Egypt, to affirm the continued cooperation between WHO and Japan in responding to health crises across the Region. The Eastern Mediterranean Region faces myriad health crises. WHO acknowledges…

World Health Organization - Regional Office for the Eastern Mediterranean
Source: World Health Organization - Regional Office for the Eastern Mediterranean |

Somalia launches US$11.4 million project to strengthen emergency care services at regional hospitals

This collaborative initiative comes as the country’s health system grapples with high levels of communicable and noncommunicable diseases, as well as injuries and disabilities caused by ongoing conflict and widespread use of improvised explosive devices

The Federal Government of Somalia, through its Federal Ministry of Health and Human Services, has launched a new project that aims to strengthen the medical emergency services at federal and state referral hospitals. Critical care capacities will be a particular focus.The US$ 11.4 million project is funded by the World…

African Union Transition Mission in Somalia (ATMIS)
Source: African Union Transition Mission in Somalia (ATMIS) |

African Union Transition Mission in Somalia (ATMIS) Public Information Officers Train on Strategic Communication

The officers were appreciative of the training and pledged to apply the knowledge to bolster understanding and support for the mission

Twenty newly rotated Public Information Officers from African Union Transition Mission in Somalia (ATMIS) have honed their skills on effective communication for mission activities.  The twenty officers, drawn from military, police and civilian units from the Troop and Police contributing countries, focused on diverse topics including the ATMIS communication strategy,…

International Rescue Committee (IRC)
Source: International Rescue Committee (IRC) |

International Rescue Committee (IRC) warns Congressional Budget Failure would be Catastrophic for Millions Worldwide

Millions of families would lose access to vital humanitarian services in health, protection, and livelihood rebuilding

As U.S. legislators race to reach an agreement on the government's FY24 fiscal year budget, the International Rescue Committee (IRC) is warning that proposed cuts to humanitarian aid would have a catastrophic effect on global security, including food insecurity, child survival and the response to the climate crisis. The IRC…

EU Capacity Building Mission in Somalia (EUCAP Somalia)
Source: EU Capacity Building Mission in Somalia (EUCAP Somalia) |

European Union's (EU) Political and Security Committee visited Somalia

During her visit, she visited the headquarters of the Somali Police Force and engaged in discussions with State Minister of Internal Security

Ambassador Delphine Pronk, Chair of the European Union's (EU) Political and Security Committee (PSC), visited Somalia to strengthen the vital cooperation in the realm of security and stability. During her visit, she visited the headquarters of the Somali Police Force and engaged in discussions with State Minister of Internal Security,…

EU Capacity Building Mission in Somalia (EUCAP Somalia)
Source: EU Capacity Building Mission in Somalia (EUCAP Somalia) |

EU Capacity Building Mission in Somalia (EUCAP) supporting maritime nature protection in Somaliland

The aim is to create a policy that can be used by the local authorities to secure that the waters and coasts in the region are used in a sustainable way

The coastal waters in the region are abundant in fish and coral reef. Mangrove forests stretch along parts of the coast providing shelter and feeding ground for marine animals. The marine resources have the potential to bring prosperity to the population and could serve as an alternative to traditional activities…

EU Capacity Building Mission in Somalia (EUCAP Somalia)
Source: EU Capacity Building Mission in Somalia (EUCAP Somalia) |

Somalia: Forging the path to legal transformation

EUCAP is a member in the International Advisory Working Group, which reviews legislation in force and assesses the proposed amendments

In addition to enhancing maritime security and police capabilities in Somalia, EUCAP Somalia is actively involved in fostering effective state structures that include a functional justice system. The mission supports the establishment of the rule of law through training, mentoring, and advisory assistance to Somali officials and security sector officers.…

UN News
Source: UN News |

At United Nations (UN), Horn of Africa nations urge global solidarity and real reform

As UN General Assembly’s general debate continued Saturday, Horn of Africa nations made a strong plea for action to rescue a world teetering on the precipice of climate catastrophe and struggling under the weight of an outdated and unfair global financial system

Leaders from Somalia, Ethiopia, Djibouti and Eritrea painted a grim picture of a planet marred by the unforgiving impacts of climate change. They left no room for equivocation: This is an existential crisis that demands immediate, collective action. They highlighted the upcoming COP-28 climate conference in the United Arab Emirates…

International Monetary Fund (IMF)
Source: International Monetary Fund (IMF) |

International Monetary Fund (IMF) Staff Completes Staff-Level Agreement with Somalia on the Sixth Review under the Extended Credit Facility (ECF)

The Somali authorities have requested a successor IMF-supported program to continue advancing reforms that strengthen key economic institutions and promote macroeconomic stability and inclusive growth

Somalia has maintained strong reform momentum and program performance has been broadly satisfactory. IMF staff and the Somali authorities have reached staff-level agreement on the sixth review of Somalia’s Extended Credit Facility (ECF) arrangement; The Somali authorities have continued to make progress toward meeting the conditions for achieving the HIPC…