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A father comes to a World Vision clinic in Baidoa, southern part of Somalia to receive support for his malnourished kids.

Vulnerable children in Somalia could die waiting for help

One of the greatest burdens of being a humanitarian is witnessing children experiencing severe hunger and malnutrition suffer, then realising the situation will worsen before enough help arrives.

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A father comes to a World Vision clinic in Baidoa, southern part of Somalia to receive support for his malnourished kids.

Vulnerable children in Somalia could die waiting for help

One of the greatest burdens of being a humanitarian is witnessing children experiencing severe hunger and malnutrition suffer...

Friday, August 5, 2022

Somalia's drought worsens, increasing the risk of famine

As of 30 June, the severe drought in Somalia has affected more than 7 million people -...

Monday, July 25, 2022 - 14:37

The Plight of People Displaced by Drought in Somalia

A drought-fueled internal displacement crisis: This makeshift settlement for displaced persons in Doolow, southern Somalia, hosted 546...

Monday, July 25, 2022 - 14:30

Children at risk of malnutrition as Somalia drought worsens

More children are facing severe malnutrition as drought worsens across Somalia. At least 200 children have died of...

Monday, July 11, 2022 - 15:07

Severe malnutrition increasing among Somali children

The UN has warned that 1.5 million children under five years old, across Somalia face the risk...

Monday, July 11, 2022 - 14:57

In southern Somalia, across Baidoa and Dollow a combination of drought and high food prices are creating a perfect storm

Drought and high food prices create a perfect storm in southern Somalia

As of 30 June, the severe drought has affected more than 7 million people, an increase from...

Sunday, July 10, 2022 - 13:51

As food options run out parents are resorting to wild fruits

Surviving the drought in Somalia: Parents forced to serve their children wild fruits to cope with hunger

Drought conditions across Somalia have continued to worsen. Little to no rains between April and June have made...

Wednesday, June 22, 2022 - 06:19

Empty berkerds, berkerds, Simon, Somalia, Drought, water trucking, Malaasle village

Trucking water to communities as drought conditions worsen and water sources dry up

April 2022- The effects of climate change have been brutal on Somalia, where drought cycles have become...

Friday, May 20, 2022 - 12:11

Prolonged drought and the untold hardships of children and families in Somalia

The prolonged drought in Somalia has resulted in untold suffering and hardships for children and their families...

Thursday, May 5, 2022 - 14:13

Children once impacted by floods recount ordeal as Somalia suffers worst drought in decades

“I feel hungry when we go for break, no money, no meals at school, we have to just...

Thursday, May 5, 2022 - 14:05

Somalia drought forces children to drop out of school to support their families

“When there is no lunch at home, and I am feeling hungry, I go play with my...

Thursday, May 5, 2022 - 11:46

Extreme adversity for children and families as drought intensifies in Somalia

At least 6 million people in Somalia are facing extreme hardships amidst worsening drought conditions, as rains...

Thursday, May 5, 2022 - 11:10

Aya, IDPs, Qalah, Ibo, mental disability

A WASH intervention changing the lives of displaced persons in Qalah

Ibo, a mother of five, is one of the residents of Qalah who were unexpectedly evicted from state-owned...

Thursday, April 14, 2022 - 10:49

Cash Assistance, Irish Aid

World Vision intensifies Somalia drought response to meet rising needs

In February 2022, World Vision intensified its response to the ongoing drought crisis in parts of Somalia...

Thursday, April 14, 2022 - 09:56

ENDING HARMFUL PRACTICES, CHANNELS OF HOPE

Ending Harmful Practices through Channels of Hope

Hawa is a 14-year-old student. Since she was younger, she has been hearing about Female Genital Mutilation/Cutting...

Tuesday, April 5, 2022 - 12:55

HPP, Irish Aid, Education, unlocking literacy

Unlocking Literacy in Puntland, Somalia

Access to education is a challenge in remote areas of Puntland, worsened by a lack of personnel as...

Tuesday, April 5, 2022 - 12:15

Tuberculosis: How we invested together and saved Kamila's life

By Simon Nyabwengi - National Director for World Vision in Somalia

Tuesday, March 22, 2022 - 18:40

Kabasa farm, Dollow, Irrigation, River Juba, World Water Day

World Water Day 2022: Making the invisible visible in drought conditions

By Simon Nyabwengi - National Director for World Vision in Somalia.

Friday, March 18, 2022 - 11:32

Adan's follow-up

Disability inclusion in Baidoa: Adan's follow-up story

Despite not having any source of help, Adan is optimistic that he will succeed in life. He has...

Friday, December 3, 2021 - 10:04

Cash Transfer Safety Net Project

Restoring hope after devastating locust invasions

World Vision launched the Locust Response project in Puntland (Nugal region) to improve food security through immediate...

Thursday, October 14, 2021 - 13:36

Abdiqani, SOMJR Health project in Somaliland 2020, Gabiley Mother & Child Health

Gabiley Mother & Child Health (MCH) Centre: A guide to healthy pregnancy

With support from The Dutch Relief Alliance (DRA), World Vision ensures that critical vaccination services remain free...

Thursday, October 14, 2021 - 12:10

The famine in Somalia 10 years ago should drive us to action today

Today more than 41 million people are one step away from starvation. A deadly mix of conflict, climate...

Tuesday, July 20, 2021 - 16:20

Baby kits giving newborns a healthy start

When a child is born, their first weeks are crucial for their health and growth, and it...

Friday, February 5, 2021 - 09:35

Education, Reading Clubs

Reading clubs turning new education page for Somali children

Somali children face many challenges in pursuit of education. In response, World Vision introduced reading clubs to...

Friday, February 5, 2021 - 08:20

Fistula survivors, livelihood, Somalia

Giving hope to fistula survivors

World Vision implements a project supporting women with fistula complications, as well as other reproductive health challenges, in...

Wednesday, January 27, 2021 - 07:10