Mogadishu, Somalia – In Somalia, each rise in temperature translates directly into empty plates and shrinking livelihoods. Farmers watch crops wither under prolonged droughts, pastoralists struggle to feed their herds, and communities are pushed closer to hunger with every passing season. As world leaders gather at COP30, the World Food Programme (WFP) is highlighting Somalia’s urgent need for climate action.

Somali communities are on the frontline of climate change. WFP is calling for mobilized funding to support these vulnerable populations, ensuring that farmers and pastoralists have the resources to anticipate and withstand extreme weather. These investments are critical not only for survival but for sustaining food production that feeds millions across the Horn of Africa.

Beyond immediate aid, WFP stresses the importance of building resilient and fair food systems in Somalia. This means strengthening local supply chains, improving access to markets, and providing communities with tools and knowledge to adapt to recurring shocks. Without these measures, the effects of droughts, floods, and heatwaves continue to amplify food insecurity across the country.

Crucially, solutions and financing must reach the people who need them most. In Somalia, that means targeting the most affected districts, supporting smallholder farmers, and addressing the unique challenges faced by women and youth who bear the brunt of food scarcity. Ensuring that resources reach these frontline communities is the difference between survival and deeper humanitarian crises.

As COP30 discussions continue, Somalia stands as a stark example of how climate change fuels hunger. The international community faces a clear choice: act decisively to protect the country’s vulnerable communities or watch the climate crisis push more Somali families into hunger. The time for action is now.