What is the conference that the Federal Government of Somalia opened today in Mogadishu?

Mogadishu (Caasimada Online) – The Minister of Interior, Federal Affairs and Reconciliation of Somalia, Ali Yusuf Ali (Xoosh) has officially opened the 3rd Round of the Somalia Disaster Resilience Conference (SDRC 2026).

This year's conference focuses on how to overcome recurring disasters and build sustainable resilience that leads the country towards a better future and lasting recovery.

The Minister stated that the Federal Government of Somalia is committed to addressing disasters and preventing recurring disasters. He emphasized the importance of moving beyond emergency relief to take preventive measures and sustainable solutions that lead to community and government self-reliance.

For his part, the Minister of Defense of Somalia, Ahmed Macallim Fiqi, who also spoke at the conference, stated that proactive measures based on research are needed to reduce the impact of recurring disasters and to find sustainable solutions to the country's problems.

Fiqi also noted that international support has decreased, as the world is preoccupied with its own challenges and problems. He pointed out that this situation further strengthens the need for Somalia to have plans and sustainable solutions that empower it to effectively manage disasters.

Both ministers praised the research efforts and plans they are collaborating on with the National Disaster Management Agency (SoDMA) and the University of Mogadishu. They also highlighted the importance of these efforts in understanding disasters and developing plans to mitigate their impact.

The ministers emphasized that research and prior planning are fundamental to building the resilience of the country, especially at a time when problems affecting the community are recurring. They also pointed out the need for effective methods to prevent the losses caused by disasters.

Finally, they called for the government and the Somali people to collaborate in addressing disasters, in order to achieve the national goals related to disaster prevention, strengthening the resilience of the country, and building a community capable of recovering from recurring challenges.