Somalia’s pastoral tradition is centuries old. For generations, livestock were not only a source of livelihood but also a source of pride, power, and survival. Today, that tradition is buckling under the weight of a changing climate. Over the past decade, Somalia has experienced five consecutive failed rainy seasons and, consequently, the worst drought in…
In a moment of profound pride for WARDI Relief and Development Initiatives, Chief Executive Officer, Hussein Dhubow Abdi, has been named the recipient of the Excellence in Humanitarian Development and Philanthropy in Somalia Award, conferred by the Independent Pan African Youth Parliament (IPAYP). This distinguished honor reflects Mr. Dhubow’s remarkable personal journey and the shared…
Mogadishu, Somalia – May 2025 – Somalia is once again at the crossroads of crisis and resilience. As the country grapples with the devastating effects of armed conflict, climate change, displacement and a fragile economy, humanitarian organizations working on the front lines are now facing another threat; a sharp reduction in global funding. Earlier this year,…
Gubadley district, Somalia – Thursday 24 April, 2025 – Following weeks of intense armed conflict in Adan Yabal district, Middle Shabelle region, thousands of families have been forced to flee their homes in search of safety. The growing influx of internally displaced persons (IDPs) has put immense pressure on neighboring districts, particularly the Gubadley district…
Beledweyne, Somalia, February 2025—Beledweyne is prone to floods from the River Shabelle breaking its banks. The recurrent deluge frequently displaces thousands of families, washes away critical infrastructure, and poses severe health, nutrition, and sanitation challenges. In November 2024, the floods left a trail of destruction, marooned tens of villages, disrupted livelihoods, and escalated the risk…
Guricel and Mataban, Somalia, May 23, 2024 – At the heart of Diriye Hassan village, 40km north of Guricel town, sits a large tea shop under an umbrella tree. The tea shop bustles with activities daily and on an ordinary day, one might mistake it for the village center. But that could not be further…
Jalalaqsi, Somalia, April 18 – Hundreds of residents of Jalalaqsi district gathered at Jalalaqsi District Hospital to witness the historic reopening of the local hospital. The hospital has been out of service for several years. As the locals watched on, they couldn’t hide their excitement, occasionally bursting into ululations, their eyes full of hope that…
Farmers and agro-pastoralists in Somalia are struggling to produce enough food to meet their daily needs due to the country’s critical food insecurity situation. Four consecutive failed rains have left vast areas of land parched, with no relief in sight. The scorching sun and dry heat make life difficult for farmers in many parts of…
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