Jubaland and WHO Strengthening Cooperation to Expand Health Services

Kismayo – The World Health Organization (WHO) representative in Somalia, Dr. Humphrey Karamagi, held a meeting in Kismayo with the President of the Jubaland State, Mr. Ahmed Mohamed Islam (Madoobe), where they discussed strengthening cooperation in the health sector and expanding health services for the community.

President Ahmed Madoobe welcomed the WHO representative, expressing the commitment of the Jubaland administration to further strengthen collaboration with the organization, particularly in efforts to address the health needs in the Jubaland regions.

The President also confirmed the administration's readiness to support WHO's activities, emphasizing that humanitarian aid should specifically focus on those in need and be protected from political interference.

The discussions between the two sides particularly focused on improving health services, which not only include addressing emergency situations but also expanding basic healthcare services, upgrading the Kismayo General Hospital, and bringing health services closer to communities in various regions.

Support and enhancement of public health workers at the district level were also discussed, to strengthen the capacity of health centers and ensure continuous services are provided to the community.

For his part, Dr. Humphrey Karamagi reaffirmed WHO's commitment to continue providing technical support and collaboration with the Jubaland Ministry of Health, to improve health services and find sustainable solutions to the health needs in that administration.