UNTMIS was established by the UN Security Council with its adoption of resolution 2753 on 30 October 2024.
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๐ฃ๐ต๐ผ๐๐ผ ๐ผ๐ณ ๐๐ต๐ฒ ๐ช๐ฒ๐ฒ๐ธ ๐ธ โ Pastoralism remains central to Somaliaโs economy and to the livelihoods of many rural families - the pastoral and livestock value chain supports an estimated 60% to 65% of the Somali population.
Through @FAOSomalia, the @UN supports efforts to strengthen the agricultural and livestock sectors to help build resilience, sustain incomes and support long-term recovery.
Shown here, a Somali cattle herder tends to cattle as it is readied for export from Mogadishu's port.
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With deforestation, drought and flooding reshaping Somaliaโs landscape and livelihoods, individuals and communities have a role to play in increasing resilience to the impact of climate shocks โ in Kismayo, environmental activist Fatuma Mohamed Abdi is sowing hope with one seedling at a time to make Jubaland's interim capital a greener place to live.
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Strengthening journalism skills is key to empowering communities with accurate information and fostering dialogue and social cohesion.
@UNTMIS_ recently supported @MOICTJUBALAND in delivering a two-day training for 35 journalists in Kismayo, focused on enhancing digital media and journalism skills. The training equipped participants with practical skills in digital storytelling, content verification, ethical reporting, and the effective use of emerging technologies to engage audiences and connect communities with trusted information.
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Strong maritime legislation and coordination are essential to enhancing maritime security and governance, and tapping into sustainable economic opportunities.
In Mogadishu recently, 45 participants from government institutions, maritime authorities and key stakeholders took part in a Maritime Legal Gap Analysis Workshop organized by @UNTMIS_ in partnership with @ONSSomalia, @MFBESomalia, and @MoPMTSomalia_.
Through discussions and knowledge-sharing, attendees identified legislative gaps, explored priority legal reforms and ways to strengthen coordination across maritime security, safety, law enforcement, governance and blue economy sectors.
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๐ฃ๐ต๐ผ๐๐ผ ๐ผ๐ณ ๐๐ต๐ฒ ๐ช๐ฒ๐ฒ๐ธ ๐ธ โ Access to hygiene practices such as handwashing with soap is critical to preventing disease and protecting childrenโs health.
In Somalia, hygiene promotion in schools plays an important role in reducing the spread of waterborne and infectious diseases and supporting safer learning environments.
Shown here, a student practices proper hand washing with soap during a school hygiene session in Galkayo.
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Following reports of violence in Mogadishu, @UN Secretary-General @AntonioGuterres has underscored the urgent need for all Somali stakeholders to resume talks to identify a way forward to avoid reversing the progress seen in Somalia to date, as well as ensuring the protection of civilians and civilian infrastructure.
Full note to correspondents:
untmis.unmissions.org/en/newโฆ
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Time is running out, and nature is in emergency mode.
To keep global warming below 1.5ยฐC this century, the world must halve annual greenhouse gas emissions by 2030 - and urgent action is needed to address this and other pressing issues.
On World Environment Day, the @UN in Somalia echoes UN Secretary-General @AntonioGuterres in calling for action to cut emissions, accelerate renewable energy, protect nature, and support those most vulnerable to climate impacts.
Full statement: un.org/sg/en/content/sg/statโฆ
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Joint statement of the international community on the political situation in Somalia
The signatories* of this joint statement are concerned by the current situation in Somalia.
We call on all sides to resume dialogue as soon as possible, and to swiftly reach consensus on an election roadmap in the interest of the Somali people. The international community stands ready to assist in Somali-led talks, should it be requested.
In this delicate moment, we urge all Somali leaders to prioritise the national interest, and refrain from any actions that may lead to an escalation of tensions.
*Austria, Belgium, European Union (EU) Delegation, Finland, France, Germany, Ireland, Italy, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, United Kingdom, and UNTMIS.
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.@UNTMIS_ is gravely concerned by the outbreak of fighting in Mogadishu last night and calls on all sides to demonstrate responsible leadership, cease hostilities and refrain from further actions that put civilian lives at risk while returning to dialogue in the interest of all Somalis.
UNTMIS and international partners have repeatedly warned, in our statements and stakeholder engagements, of the risk of repeating the crisis that arose in 2021 over differences regarding the electoral roadmap -- warnings that were unfortunately not ย heeded.
UNTMIS urges all Somali leaders to prioritise the national interest and resume the talks that ended on 15 May. Somalia's international partners stand ready to facilitate such a dialogue.
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๐ฃ๐ต๐ผ๐๐ผ ๐ผ๐ณ ๐๐ต๐ฒ ๐ช๐ฒ๐ฒ๐ธ ๐ธ โ Maternal and newborn health remains a priority in Somalia, where access to skilled care, emergency services and nutrition can make a life-saving difference for mothers and babies.
Through @UNICEFSomalia and @WHOSom, the @UN supports efforts to strengthen these essential services, helping build healthier families and communities.
Shown here, advanced monitoring equipment and neonatal warmers ensure that babies receive specialized care at Garowe General Hospital.
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๐๐๐ฌ๐ ๐: ๐๐ฒ๐ฎ๐๐๐ฟ๐ฒ ๐ฆ๐๐ผ๐ฟ๐ โ After losing his hearing as a child, Zakaria Said Yusuf was turned away from schools and the experience was a formative one for him โ he now runs Puntlandโs only school for students with hearing impairments, giving other young Somalis the chance he was once denied.
โThere is a common belief that children with disabilities โ particularly those with hearing challenges โ cannot excel academically because of their challenges," he says.
Read more here: untmis.unmissions.org/en/newโฆ
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Inclusive education remains a critical priority in Somalia, as many persons with disabilities continue to face barriers that limit their participation in learning and society.
Expanding access to inclusive and specialized learning opportunities is key to ensuring equal opportunities and improving quality of life for all.
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๐ฃ๐ต๐ผ๐๐ผ ๐ผ๐ณ ๐๐ต๐ฒ ๐ช๐ฒ๐ฒ๐ธ ๐ธโ Tea has long held a special place in Somali social life, shared in homes, workplaces and community spaces as a symbol of warmth, hospitality and connection.
Whether during evening conversations or after prayers, tea - known as shaah in Somali - remains an integral part of Somalia's culture and everyday life.
Shown here, a father having a tea with his children in Jowhar, Hirshabelle.
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๐๐๐ฌ๐ ๐: ๐๐ฒ๐ฎ๐๐๐ฟ๐ฒ ๐ฆ๐๐ผ๐ฟ๐ โ โThere is no better life than the one you have in your own homeland,โ says Aadan Yusuf Jama, a young Somali man who attempted to get to Europe but instead spent 16 months in Libya where he faced beatings, mistreatment and other abuse while held by criminals, before returning Hargeisa, where he now runs a small business. Read more here: untmis.unmissions.org/en/artโฆ
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In Mogadishu this week, @UNTMIS_ justice and corrections experts met the new Commander of the Somali Custodial Corps, Maj. Gen. Mohamed Sheikh Hasan Hamud. Discussions highlighted progress on a unified national training curriculum, prison assessments and oversight mechanisms, and reaffirmed joint commitment to a self-sustaining prison sector.
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In Mogadishu recently, @UN experts met with Somali women leaders โ discussions covered a wide range of topics including womenโs political inclusion and participation, protection matters, and the implementation of the 30% womenโs quota. The consultations underlined that womenโs leadership and engagement in areas such as business, climate change action, and the media are essential for building a peaceful, inclusive, and resilient Somalia.
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