In 2023, more than 18,304 cumulative cases of cholera and 46 deaths were reported in Somalia, with more than half being children aged below five years.
Nearly four million people remain displaced and extreme weather, insecurity and disease outbreaks are all increasing demand for lifesaving support.
The Irish government has said it is not currently in a position to provide accommodation to all male asylum seekers.
Mr Guterres said unconstitutional changes of government have rocked the Sahel.
We’re working closely with the African Union, the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) and others to end the scourge of terrorism.
UNICEF is working with governments and partners to engage with affected communities to identify the most urgent needs and ensure the safety of children.
‘‘The heavy rains and flooding subsided by the end of 2023, but the climate crisis persists in Somalia.’’
According to data from WFP, the level of food insecurity in the eastern Africa region has increased by 95 per cent compared to November 2019.
The Paris Club has agreed to cancel more than $2 billion debt Somalia owed its members to help the East African country restore its debt sustainability.
The United Nations-backed Green Climate Fund (GCF) is believed to be the world’s largest multilateral climate fund.
