Mogadishu, Somalia – The Federal Government of Somalia has intensified efforts to safeguard humanitarian and development assistance by launching a capacity-building program focused on preventing aid diversion.
The Director General of the Ministry of Interior, Federal Affairs, and Reconciliation, Aidarus Mohamed Hassan, chaired a training workshop this week under the theme “Preventing Aid Diversion in Somalia.” The initiative brought together ministry staff, federal member state representatives, and partners from the humanitarian and development community.
The training aimed to strengthen accountability mechanisms, equip officials with tools to detect and mitigate diversion risks, and reinforce public trust in aid management. According to the ministry, the program aligns with ongoing reforms designed to promote transparency, ensure fair distribution of resources, and support Somalia’s stabilization priorities.
Participants examined practical approaches to identifying early warning signs of misappropriation, tightening monitoring systems, and strengthening coordination with implementing partners. The workshop also highlighted the role of community-level reporting and oversight in preventing corruption and ensuring that aid reaches the most vulnerable populations.
Aid diversion has long been a challenge in Somalia, where insecurity, weak institutions, and overlapping humanitarian crises create opportunities for misuse of resources. However, officials emphasized that the government’s new initiatives—supported by training, legal reforms, and closer collaboration with donors—signal a stronger commitment to safeguarding integrity in aid delivery.
The Ministry of Interior reaffirmed that preventing aid diversion is not only a governance priority but also essential for building trust with international partners and ensuring that assistance directly benefits Somali citizens in need.