Somalia Leads East Africa with Revised NDC 3.0 Launch at SB62
Bonn, Germany — Somalia has achieved a historic milestone by becoming the first East African nation to submit and launch its revised Nationally Determined Contribution (NDC 3.0), unveiled during the ongoing 62nd session of the Subsidiary Bodies of the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change (SB62). This significant step underscores Somalia’s commitment to ambitious climate…
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Revolutionary Climate-Smart Education Initiative Launched in Somaliland
Hargeisa — Somaliland’s Ministry of Education and Science has unveiled a new Climate Smart Education System Initiative 2025, aiming to integrate environmental awareness, resilience, and sustainability into the national curriculum. The program seeks to equip students and teachers with practical skills to tackle climate change and promote green solutions at all school levels. The initiative,…
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Somalia Launches First UN-Backed Reforestation Carbon Credit Project
Somalia is set to enter the voluntary carbon market with its first-ever reforestation-based carbon credit initiative, launched in collaboration with UN agencies and Iroko Analytics. The project, backed by the UN’s International Organization for Migration (IOM), seeks to restore degraded landscapes through large-scale tree planting, expected to commence by the end of 2025. The initiative…
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Over 1,000 Trees Planted in Mogadishu Schools as Part of Green Schools Campaign
Over 1,000 trees have been planted across schools in Mogadishu as part of the Green Schools campaign, an initiative led by Somalia’s Ministry of Environment and Climate Change. The campaign empowered students to take tangible climate action through tree planting and environmental education. Officials say the effort not only promotes greener learning spaces but also…
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Somalia Reaffirms Commitment to Advancing Sustainable Environmental Stewardship
Mogadishu – Somalia’s Ministry of Environment and Climate Change, led by Lt. Gen. Bashir Mohamed Jama, joined other stakeholders in commemorating the World Environment Day on June 5th. He was with representatives from the federal government, AUSSOM, UNSOS, UNCT, and UNTMIS to commemorate the global day at the Tukul in the UNSOS Compound, Mogadishu. This…
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Somalia Finalizes Climate Plan, Pledges $2.4B Investment
Mogadishu, Somalia – Somalia has emerged as a leader in Africa’s climate response, becoming one of the first countries on the continent to finalize its Third Nationally Determined Contribution (NDC 3.0) and National Adaptation Plan (NAP). The Somali government has announced plans to mobilize and invest $2.4 billion over the next five years to combat…
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Somalia Marks World Environment Day with Call to ‘Beat Plastic Pollution’
Mogadishu – The Ministry of Environment and Climate Change, in partnership with ECOHUB Somalia and the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF), hosted a major event in Mogadishu to commemorate World Environment Day 2025. The event was held under the global theme “Beat Plastic Pollution.” Held at the EC-Hub facility in Howl-Wadaag District, the event brought…
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Somaliland Faces Drought Threat as Gu 2025 Forecast Predicts Poor Rains
Hargeisa, Somaliland – The Gu 2025 Seasonal Climate Outlook warns of below-average rainfall and above-normal temperatures across Somaliland, raising serious concerns over worsening drought conditions. According to the forecast, these harsh climate patterns are likely to severely impact food security, limit water availability, and threaten livestock survival—key pillars of livelihoods in the region. The outlook…
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Somalia Prepares for COP30 to Amplify Climate Voice
Mogadishu, Somalia – Somalia’s Ministry of Environment and Climate Change has initiated preparations for its participation in COP30, the upcoming United Nations Climate Change Conference set to take place in Brazil later this year. The move signals the federal government’s intent to elevate Somalia’s voice on the global climate stage and secure greater support for…
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Somalia Launches Climate Action Plan and NDC Update
Mogadishu, Somalia – The Federal Government of Somalia has officially launched its National Adaptation Plan (NAP) and presented key progress on its Nationally Determined Contributions (NDC) 3.0, marking a significant step in the country’s efforts to tackle the impacts of climate change. The NAP outlines a comprehensive roadmap to strengthen Somalia’s resilience to climate-related challenges…
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