El-Nino Emergency Response in Dolow and Belethawa Districts, Somalia
Good hygiene and sanitation practices can save lives In the Gedo region of Somalia, the River Dawa is a double-edged sword for the communities it supports. While it sustains agricultural livelihoods during the dry seasons, it can quickly become a source of...
PROMOTING ACTION TO END MALNUTRITION IN MANDERA THROUGH THE FAMILY MUAC APPROACH
Binti Abubakar Yussuf using the MUAC tool on her daughter Faiza In July 2023, Faiza, 3 years old, was screened for malnutrition by a community health volunteer in Bulla Geneva, Border Point One (BP-1) location Mandera. Her mother, Binti Abubakar Yussuf, aged 30,...
EMERGENCY WATER TRUCKING TO ELNINO IMPACTED COMMUNITIES IN THE DOLLOW DISTRICT
Introduction Flooding in Dollow District The beginning of the El Niño phenomenon triggered devastating floods in Somalia, intensifying the already pressing humanitarian needs in a country already facing increased food insecurity, malnutrition, and disease outbreaks,...
Sustainable Farming among Riverine Farmers in Gubataa
Salah happily showcasing his Capsicum harvest Somalia is facing an ongoing food security crisis driven by long standing vulnerabilities and the growing impacts of climate change. Unpredictable seasonal rains have made it increasingly difficult for the country’s agriculture, livestock, and food production systems to thrive. Riverine farmers, in particular, face significant challenges due to their reliance on traditional farming practices that are ill-equipped to withstand extreme weather...
