The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) has called upon all stakeholders to collaborate in the early detection and timely intervention of malnutrition and other diseases afflicting Somali children.
According to UNICEF, such interventions can significantly reduce child mortality rates in Somalia, where malnutrition and preventable diseases remain major challenges.
Strengthening primary healthcare at the community level is crucial, especially in rural and conflict-affected areas.
The United Kingdom’s support for healthcare initiatives in Somalia plays a vital role in improving access to essential services.
Specifically, UNICEF highlighted the role that the UK Embassy in Somalia continues to play in child healthcare in the East African nation.