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Somalia Showcases Urban Development Plans At Global Cities Forum in Baku

[Shabelle] Baku -- Somalia's Ministry of Public Works, Reconstruction and Housing is taking part in the 13th World Urban Forum in Azerbaijan's capital Baku, where governments and international organizations are discussing urban development, housing and climate resilience.

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Somalia's Ministry of Public Works, Reconstruction and Housing participated in the 13th World Urban Forum in Baku, discussing urban development and climate resilience.

What was announced

  1. The Somali delegation is led by Public Works, Reconstruction and Housing Minister Ayub Ismail Yusuf.
  2. Minister Yusuf announced an integrated strategy linking housing, land management, climate adaptation, and local economic development.
  3. Strategic projects are planned in Beledweyne, Doolow, and the Jasiira area of Mogadishu focusing on affordable housing and infrastructure.

Context

The forum is organized by UN-Habitat and focuses on sustainable urban development amid global discussions on housing and climate resilience.

Yusuf said the Somali government was pursuing an integrated strategy linking housing, land management, climate adaptation and local economic development.

Ayub Ismail Yusuf, Minister of Public Works, Reconstruction and Housing
Baku, Azerbaijan
2026-05-18

Why this matters: This showcases Somalia's commitment to urban development and resilience, which is crucial for the country's stability and growth.

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AllAfrica Somalia

Baku — Somalia's Ministry of Public Works, Reconstruction and Housing is taking part in the 13th World Urban Forum in Azerbaijan's capital Baku, where governments and international organizations are discussing urban development, housing and climate resilience.

The global forum, organized by the UN-Habitat, has brought together governments, development banks and international partners focused on sustainable cities, housing and public services.

Somalia's delegation is being led by Public Works, Reconstruction and Housing Minister Ayub Ismail Yusuf, alongside representatives from international agencies and development partners.

Addressing the gathering, Yusuf said the Somali government was pursuing an integrated strategy linking housing, land management, climate adaptation and local economic development as part of efforts to strengthen stability and sustainable growth.

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