Somalia
Beyond climatic hazards (drought, floods…), insecurity and the absence of public services, the already precarious humanitarian situation in Somalia is deteriorating.
Program Information
Directing HQ:
Action Against Hunger - FranceLaunch Date:
January 1992World Region:
AfricaLocation(s):
Mogadishu, regions of Bakol, Bay and Gedo (Wajid)Expatriates:
10Local Staff:
164Beneficiaries:
133,631peopleFunding:
UNICEF, CICR, ECHO, OFDA; FAO; DFID, private fundsHumanitarian Context
Beyond climatic hazards (drought, floods…), insecurity and the absence of public services, the already precarious humanitarian situation in Somalia is deteriorating. Efforts to provide mid-term support (durable rehabilitation of water points, agricultural diversification) seem inadequate in emergency situations where humanitarian assistance is vital to respond to immediate needs for treatment (health and nutrition), water, food and seeds needs. In July 2006, a nutrition survey carried out by Action Against Hunger already revealed alarming results: 5.34% severe acute malnutrition and 33.5 global acute malnutrition.
Area(s) of Work
Nutrition:
- 3 Therapeutic Feeding Centers
- Nutrition surveys
Food Security:
- “Work for Money” programs (creation of water tanks)
- Creation of vegetable-garden plots
- Training in agricultural techniques (distribution of farming tools, seeds and farmer training)
Water and Sanitation:
- Rehabilitation of water points and washing areas
- Distribution of farming tools
- Hygiene training
- Water quality monitoring (bacteriologic pollution)
- Creation of latrines
- Evaluation of population knowledge and skills in water and sanitation
Health:
- Health Centers
- Mother and child care services
- Vaccinations
- Cholera treatment
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