MOGADISHU, Somalia – Commissioner Mahamuud Moallim Abdulle of the Somali Disaster Management Agency (SoDMA) launched a high-level consultative forum today in Mogadishu, uniting humanitarian groups from Islamic nations to confront the nation’s severe and mounting drought crisis.
The strategic gathering sought to synchronize national and global initiatives amid deteriorating climate conditions. Conversations focused on a thorough review of the drought’s effects, particularly the growing count of affected households and the acute need for response.
In detailed discussions, SoDMA representatives and international participants assessed pressing logistical needs to prevent a humanitarian disaster.
Priority areas for swift action encompassed:
Water Trucking: Urgent water transport to parched areas where wells have run dry.
Food Security: Essential provisions for undernourished populations.
Healthcare Services: Medical aid to curb outbreaks tied to malnutrition and contaminated water.
Shelter: Support for individuals uprooted by the ecological crisis.
In his opening remarks, the Commissioner underscored the necessity of a cohesive and well-coordinated effort. He cautioned against disjointed aid distribution, advocating instead for consolidated resources managed efficiently to maximize benefits for those in need.
Representatives from the Islamic humanitarian organizations expressed strong support for Somalia, vowing to deploy resources promptly and collaborate closely with SoDMA to accelerate aid to the most stricken areas.
Wrapping up the forum, the SoDMA chief expressed gratitude for the pledges while firmly stressing the deadlines. He pressed all groups to promptly convert commitments into concrete actions on the ground to alleviate the drought’s toll and preserve lives before conditions worsen further.
