Somali Environment Minister Strengthens Climate Diplomacy in Geneva Visit
On Friday, Somalia’s Minister of Environment and Climate Change, Lt. Gen. Bashir Mohamed Jama, paid a significant visit to the Somali Embassy in Geneva as part of broader efforts to enhance the country’s global climate diplomacy. The visit underscored Somalia’s growing commitment to elevating its presence and influence in international environmental forums, including the United…
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Heavy Rainfall and Flooding Expected in Several Parts of Somalia from April 30-May 7
The Ministry of Environment and Climate Change of Somalia has issued a weekly weather forecast for the period from April 30 to May 7, 2025, highlighting the likelihood of heavy rainfall and potential flooding in various parts of the country. According to the forecast, significant downpours are expected in the regions of Bay, Bakool, Lower…
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Somalia Participates in Global Summit on Chemical and Hazardous Waste Management
A Somali government delegation led by the Minister of Environment and Climate Change, Lt. Gen. Bashir Mohamed Jama, and accompanied by Ambassador Khadra Duale, took part in the High-Level Segment of the Basel, Rotterdam, and Stockholm (BRS) Conventions held in Geneva, Switzerland, on Wednesday. The two-day summit focused on strengthening global efforts to manage chemicals…
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Somalia Unites for Climate Resilience: Federal and State Leaders Forge Collaborative Strategy
In Mogadishu, the Minister of Environment and Climate Change, Lt. Gen. Bashir Mohamed Jama, chaired a high-level Consultative Forum with environment ministers from federal member states—Jubbaland, Galmudug, Southwest, HirShabelle, and SSC-Khaatumo. The meeting, which took place on Thursday, focused on developing a coordinated federal-state approach to mitigate climate change shocks and strengthen Somalia’s resilience against…
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Mogadishu Launches Plastic Free Campaign Week to Combat Pollution
Through the federal Ministry of Environment and Climate Change, Mogadishu has officially kicked off Plastic Free Campaign Week, a citywide initiative aimed at reducing plastic waste and promoting eco-friendly alternatives. The campaign, led by local authorities and environmental groups, seeks to raise awareness about the harmful effects of plastic pollution on Somalia’s ecosystems and public…
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Somalia and Denmark Discuss Strengthened Climate Cooperation
Lt. Gen. Bashiir Mohamed Jama, Somalia’s Minister of Environment and Climate Change, met with Steen Sonne Andersen, Denmark’s Ambassador to Somalia, to explore ways to enhance bilateral collaboration on climate resilience and sustainable development. During the meeting, Jama underscored the importance of deepening ties between Somalia and Denmark in addressing climate challenges. Ambassador Andersen reaffirmed…
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Somalia Advances Climate-Resilient Agriculture at Ugbaad Project Inception Workshop
The Minister of Environment and Climate Change, Lt. Gen. Bashiir Mohamed Jama, participated in the Ugbaad Project Inception Workshop, alongside key stakeholders. These included the Food and Agriculture Organisation (FAO), Green Climate Fund (GCF), the federal Ministry of Agriculture, federal member state ministers, and senior officials. The workshop sought to strengthen collaboration for climate-resilient agriculture…
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Somalia Calls for Stronger Arab Climate Cooperation at Cairo Ministerial Meeting
At the 4th Arab Ministerial Session on Meteorology & Climate in Cairo, Somalia’s State Minister for Environment and Climate Change, Ahmed Omar Mohamed, highlighted the critical need for enhanced regional collaboration to address shared climate threats. Mohamed underscored Somalia’s ongoing efforts to strengthen its climate resilience, including the finalization of legislation to establish a National…
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Somaliland President Launches Ambitious Green Initiative on National Tree Planting Day
On Tuesday, President Abdirahman Mohamed Irro officially launched the 3 Million Trees Project as Somaliland celebrated the National Tree Planting Day. In his address, the President called upon all citizens, communities, and organizations to actively participate in this crucial environmental campaign. “By planting trees today, we’re combating climate change, restoring our degraded lands, and securing…
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Somalia Establishes Climate Finance Unit
Under the leadership of Lt. Gen. Bashir Mohamed Jama, the Minister of Environment and Climate Change, Somalia has established a Climate Finance Unit—a strategic initiative aimed at enhancing the country’s global standing on #ClimateJustice and bolstering national capacity for direct access to climate finance. This development builds upon Somalia’s recent efforts, such as joining the…
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