Stabilizing livelihoods in riverine communities through adopting climate-smart designs.
@ScrpSomalia
rehabilitated over 97 river breakage sites across
#Shabeele
and
#Jubba
rivers protecting over 96,789 hectares of agricultural land 🌱 🌾 from flooding.
#Elnino
#Preparedness
Day 2 of
#SCRP
ISM continues in
#Mog
with gov’t MDAs, key partners &
@WorldBank
Discussions focused on rehabilitation of vital infrastructure i.e health facilities, roads, flood defenses, and irrigation canals. Progress review, compliance, and strategic planning were discussed.
Today’s final Technical Session 7: "Resilience Building, Stabilization, and Disaster Management in Fragile and Conflict-affected Settings" happening now! Delving into the intricate challenges faced by Somalia – from conflict to climate change. Discovering strategies to bolster
"As a dedicated partner, the
@WorldBank
remains deeply involved in assisting
#Somalia
during times of emergency. Acknowledging the critical needs of the most vulnerable communities, we have extended vital financial aid" Kristina Swensson, Country Manager, World Bank.
A National Conversation on Somalia’s Road to Resilience: Promoting Coordinated Resilience-Building organised by Somalia Crisis Recovery project has now started in Mogadishu. Join us in this pivotal initiative to synergize efforts towards building a resilient Somalia.
Engaging in a technical session: Panelists deep in discussions on disaster resilience—exploring enablers and barriers. Focus on assessing disasters in Somalia, addressing damages, implications, and progress aligning with the government's vision for greater resilience.
Currently on stage: Technical Session III - A Whole of Government Approach Towards Resilience. Delving into SE Asia's disaster resilience experience, the panel explores capacitating Somalia's government for national resilience. Spotlight on cross-government coordination
Join us for a discussion on 'Building Resilient Food Systems' to address the critical issue of food insecurity in Somalia. Expert panelists will explore multifaceted challenges, strategic interventions, and the Food Security Crisis Preparedness Plan led by FGS with World Bank
Thanks to collaborative discussions, important progress has been made towards finalizing arrangements to enhance 🇸🇴 's preparedness to food security threats. Insights and commitment from gov’t MDAs, humanitarian, & development partners were essential.
#FSCPP
The
#Somalia
Crises Recovery Project’s main goal is to tackle the immediate effects of multiple crises while gradually shifting towards long-term recovery and building resilience to withstand future shocks.
#SomaliRecovery
#BuildingResilience
#Kabasho
Exciting start to the final day of "A National Conversation on Somalia’s Road to Resilience: Promoting Coordinated Resilience-Building" SCRP Project Manager, Abdi Tawane, kicks off with a comprehensive briefing on the key discussions from the past two days.
#SomaliRecovery
Invaluable insights shared in our disaster resilience panel discussion. Grateful for the expertise and commitment to building a more resilient future. Our phase one Technical Session wraps up.
#SomaliRecovery
#BuildingResilience
#Kabasho
#SomaliaR2R
Dr. Guled Abdijalil, DG of the Ministry of Health in Somalia, underscores the imperative of fortifying Somalia’s healthcare infrastructure to instill resilience. A paramount aspect is the financial bolstering of the health sector to facilitate universal access to healthcare
Happening now: Panel discussion on Water Resource Management & urban resilience in Somalia. Insights shared on advancing flood control, drought preparedness, and early warning systems. The government's WRM and urban programming experience highlighted.
#SomaliRecovery
Abdullahi Watiin, the Mayor of Baidoa, gives a presentation on Water Resource Management, addressing key issues on water resources, treatment, and establishing catchments. Somalia grapples with climate change effects, causing floods and city damage. Need of sewage systems and
Successful kick-off meeting held for the Seed Sector Capacity Building sub project of the
#SCRP
! Fruitful discussions between the government and partners set the stage for a collaborative journey towards a resilient and thriving seed sector
@SystemsSeed
@WorldBank
"Building resilience is paramount, especially in the face of climate change, as evidenced by the impact of flooding resulting from rains in the country. Emphasizing climate resilience is key to a sustainable future." George Convoy, UN DSRSG, RC, HC
#SomaliRecovery
Consultation meeting was today held with
@MFMRSomaliya
, state level fisheries ministries, and
@FAOSomalia
to kick off implementation of the
#SCRP
fisheries’ component aimed at reducing food insecurity and building medium-term capacity and resilience of coastal fishing communities
Productive meeting during Day 3 of
#SCRP
Implementation Support mission Deep dives into Component 1&6a+ (Early Recovery & food security), Component 3 (Gov’t disaster preparedness), and Component 6a&6b (sustainable recovery). Took stock of progress, challenges & work plans
Panel discussion happening now on stage: Safety Nets and Disaster Risk Financing, exploring the link between social protection and the improved resilience of communities affected by disasters.
#SomaliRecovery
#BuildingResilience
#Kabasho
#SomaliaR2R
Zacharey Austin Carmichael presents an insightful session at the World Bank, outlining a preparedness plan for Food Security & Crisis Preparedness in Somalia. The World Bank expresses commitment to addressing challenges and invites international partners to join in collective
Day 2 at The National Conversation on Somalia's Road to Resilience: Promoting Coordinated Resilience-Building is underway. Focused discussions today on collaborative strategies for a resilient Somalia.
#SomaliRecovery
#BuildingResilience
#Kabasho
#SomaliaR2R
Productive discussions on the
#FSCPP
technical workshop to refine Element 1 arrangements. Thankful for experts from gov’t MDA’s humanitarian &development partners who contributed to strengthen Somalia's food security crisis monitoring, reporting & early warning systems.
Technical Session II: Climate-related Disaster Risk & Vision of Climate Resilience in
#Somalia
is underway. Assessing recent flooding & drought impacts with insights from the World Bank's Climate Risk Review. Reviewing planning & policy frameworks for enhanced resilience.
Today's session on Water Resource Management was enlightening, shedding light on the vital role of effective water strategies in urban resilience. The session was moderated by experts from the
@MoEWRSo
with key subject matter panelists from
@WorldBank
,
#Nagaad
,
#Baidoa
Crucial National Conversations on Somalia's Road to Resilience is ongoing now.
This event marks a collaborative effort, bringing together government, international partners, and communities to chart a sustainable future for
#Somalia
#SomaliRecovery
#BuildingResilience
#Kabasho
Closing session of the three day National Conversation Workshop
#SomaliaR2R
; Concluded remarks from the DG’s of
@MoF
, MoPIED, NGO Consortium and SoDMA emphasizing the importance of promoting coordinated resilience building in Somalia.
#BuildingResilience
#Kabasho
#SomaliaR2R
@ScrpSomalia
takes pride in supporting the Ministry's long term capacity with hydrological and hydraulic modeling; a robust Flood
#Early
#Warning
System software package further strengthening
#Somalia
’s preparedness for El Niño rains with accurate streamflow forecasting.
The SCRP team met with Bardhere DC & the local community 2 discuss how they will conserve the river banks which was rehabilitated to enhance Investment sustainability. The community members commended the SCRP project interventions in enhancing their resilience
#FloodsIntervention
#Bardhere
district admin appreciated & thanked
@CrisesRecovery
(SCRP) for handing over 7 rehabilitated river breakage sites to them & addressed that it’s an important to responding to such catastrophic environmental damages caused by the repetitive floods.
#FloodsIntervention
''Food aid is important but reconstruction of river breakage sites & installing river embankments are much more important to us. The floods are effecting the lives of many local farmers & left them dependent on aids. We applaud
@CrisesRecovery
for filling the gap.'' DC of Dolow.
The
@CrisesRecovery
has handed over 4 sites of the
#Jubba
riverbanks that surround the district to the
#Dolow
District Administration in order to prevent the community, local farmers, and livestock from being negatively impacted by prolonged flooding
#FloodsIntervention
#Somalia
The delegates of
#SCRP
met with the district chiefs and community leaders of
#Dolow
to discuss how the community will maintain the built-up infrastructure. After the meeting, they received gratitude for their assistance with the rehabilitation.
#Somalia
#FloodsIntervention
This rehabilitated works is part of 124 sites implemented by the project along
#Shabelle
and
#Jubba
Rivers, 4 of which are located in
#Doolow
, while 7 of them are in
#Bardhere
. These sites have been identified as the most risky areas for flooding.
#Somalia
#FoodsIntervention
''The river which does not burst its banks to the residents means that a sustainable and perennial solution has been reached for the recurrent and repetitive floods. “Deputy District commissioner of Doloow District”
#Somalia
#FoodsIntervention
SCRP Coordinator, Ali Haji addresses the handed over a number of repaired river breakage sites to
#Bardhere
officials. "We hope that this project implemented by
@CrisesRecovery
will prevent the detrimental effects of floods since
#Bardhere
is a very agricultural land."
Ongoing: Roundtable on "Service Delivery through Partnership" at
#SCRP2023
. Drought response challenges, discovering resilience strategies, and improved collaborations. Boost efficiency, increase government visibility, and build citizen trust together.
#BuildingResilience
A delegation from gov’t Ministries partnering in
@CrisesRecovery
has paid a visit to
#Bardhere
&
#Dollow
to handover recently rehabilitated river breakage sites to the local administration. The structures will prevent the recurrent flood risks.
#FloodsIntervention
#Somalia
"Such investment projects have not recently been realized. Now that there could less flooding fatalities from the the river truly paving the way for a more productive and resilient community" District Commissioner of
#Bardhere
.
#FoodsIntervention
#Somalia
''This is an investment need that emanated from the grassroots community & jointly collaborated by the state & the federal government. Today we handed over to the local authorities. We hope it will help the community towards achieving a sustainable food security in our country”👇
The
#Somalia
Crisis Recovery Project has handed over 7 rehabilitated river sites along Jubba River banks to the Administration of
#Bardhere
District to avert the long-term floods effecting the environment, local farmers & livestock.
#FloodsIntervention
@ScrpSomalia
aims to restore trust between citizens & their government through transparency & results. Today's kick-off meeting outlines our plan with
@WHO
and
@MoH_Somalia
2 enhance
#Somalia
's health system and ensure all people can access quality medical care in times of crisis
#SCRP
PIU briefed
@HonBeenebeene
@MoPIED_Somalia
, Deputy Minister & acting DG
@sara_bilan
on project implementation progress & planned activities.Minister expressed his support for the project's successful completion and encouraged the PIU to ensure efficient implementation.
#Somalia
Crises Recovery Project sponsored by World Bank has implemented sustainable flood risk control along
#Jubba
river in Bardhere district of
#Gedo
region to protect livelihoods of the local residents.
#Somalia
@CrisesRecovery
SCRP coordination meeting held in Baidoa to accelerate drought recovery.
#SWS
MoPIED, the State Project tea, Line ministries & implementing partners discussed key priorities on accelerating implementation of drought recovery activities
#Somalia
#droughtrecovery
The
@ScrpSomalia
PIU held a consultative workshop today for participating government MDAs on World Bank and government procurement regulations, procedures and guidelines; discuss and receive clarification on project procurement matters to ensure smooth project implementation.
@ScrpSomalia
concluded consultations with gov’tMDAs and partners to deliberate Somalia's Food Security Crisis Preparedness Plan (FSCPP). The
#FSCPP
development process is government-led and owned, and it allows stakeholders to contribute to it while leveraging existing systems.
Jubaland MOPIIC conducted
#SCRP
Quarterly Coordination meeting in Kismayo bringing together Jubaland sector line MDAs, IPs such as
#BRCiS
and other project stakeholders to take stock of project implementation progress and enhance accountability.
@ScrpSomalia
kicked off a sub-project to strengthen medical services across
#Somalia
today. Working with
@WHO
and
@MoH_Somalia
, the project will establish lab capacity, radiology, blood banks and intensive care in 8 regional hospitals across Somalia.
@WorldBank
The meeting sets the wheels in motion for the Seed Sector Capacity Building project in Somalia. Through
#SCRP
, gov't & partners align their vision, expertise, and resources to foster innovation, resilience, & inclusivity in the seed sector.
@SystemsSeed
@WorldBank
@MOAI_Somalia
Providing livestock treatment services to nearly 700,000 animals against
#drought
-related diseases in partnership with
@MoLFR_Somalia
in order to save the remaining livestock heads on which rural communities in
#Somalia
rely for their livelihood.
#SCRP
#Somalia
#Worldbank
Alongside the
#SCRP
’s larger interventions on
#droughts
, this sub-project would support both the short-term food security emergency crisis and subsequent early recovery for coastal zones and invests in sustainable, medium -term growth for coastal communities.
Congratulations to the 5th cohort of the Frontline Field Epidemiology Training Programme (SOM-FETP)! Supported by
@ScrpSomalia
, the 28 newly trained public health professionals will help strengthen Somalia's disease detection and response capabilities. A critical investment in
We are proud to announce the graduation of 28 healthcare staff from the 5th cohort of the Frontline Field Epidemiology Training Program (
#SomFETP
). This program aims to strengthen the capacity of Somalia's health workforce to detect and respond to public health threats. (1/2)
The Project represents the largest financial commitment ($137.5) by the World Bank to Somalia in decades signaling a change in tone that recognizes the compounding nature of recurring dynamics and focuses on developing and strengthening the country preparedness to shocks.
Grateful for the robust discussion on proactive water resource management in our urban settings. Key insights from experts will significantly aid our efforts in building a resilient Somalia.
#SomaliR2R
#SomaliRecovery
The EP&R assessment establishes an important baseline that the government and partners can collaborate to close critical gaps & strengthen
#Somalia
's capacity to prepare for & respond to the recurrent disasters & crises.
Alongside
#drought
response efforts,
#Somalia
Gov't, via
@CrisesRecovery
, continues to protect livelihoods through sustainable flood risk mngm't investments along
#Shabelle
&
#Jubba
Rivers, ensuring "build back better" - climate resilience standards ahead of the next flood season
@ScrpSomalia
supports priority investments under the key findings of the EP&R assessment report including establishing disaster legislation, clarifying roles, upgrading early warning systems & emergency ops centers to set a solid foundation of the
#NEOC
The Director of the National Emergency Operations Center - NEOC, Mr. Hassan Abdulqadir Isse, speaking at the launch of a report assessing the country's capacity in the preparation and response to disaster emergencies.
#SoDMA
@ScrpSomalia
held technical consultations today with government MDAs and partners to finalize Somalia's Food Security Crisis Preparedness Plan (FSCPP). The
#FSCPP
is a national plan aimed at mitigating the effects of the country's acute food insecurity.
Key to SCRP’s success is its central focus on an inclusive, government-led approach that fosters cooperation and coordination across federal and state government entities, while building trust with the public.
The workshop builds on bilateral consultations held few months ago & provides an opportunity for gov’t & partners to come together to review the working draft of the plan, refine its proposed arrangements, and build consensus on next steps and timeline for operationalization