Somalia Participates in the Celebration of Africa Day for Food Security and Nutrition

Mogadishu – The Director General of the Ministry of Agriculture and Irrigation of the Federal Government of Somalia, Eng. Mohamed Hassan Abdulle, who was leading a delegation from the ministry, participated in the 17th celebration of Africa Day for Food Security and Nutrition (ADFNS 2026), which was organized by the African Union Development Agency (AUDA-NEPAD), in collaboration with the Government of Kenya.

This high-level meeting addressed the topic: “Sustainable Water Use to Strengthen Climate Resilient Agricultural Systems, Food Security and Prosperity for All in Africa.” It was attended by leaders and representatives from African countries, policymakers, development agencies, businesspeople, and stakeholders engaged in agricultural development and food security.

The Director General delivered a speech on the role of water management, sanitation, and hygiene in ensuring nutrition security and transforming food systems in Africa. He particularly highlighted the close relationship between sustainable water management, enhancing agricultural productivity, protecting public health, and improving nutrition.

Additionally, the Director General emphasized the importance of African countries prioritizing investment in water infrastructure and irrigation, developing climate-resilient agriculture, and strengthening cooperation at national and continental levels to ensure sustainable food and nutrition security.

During the forum, there was a deep discussion on the priority of investing in water infrastructure that withstands climate change, modernizing irrigation systems, utilizing agricultural technology, protecting and enhancing soil, developing agricultural value chains, strengthening early warning systems, and expanding agricultural investment opportunities. The specific role of women and youth in the development of agriculture in Africa was also emphasized.

Key outcomes of the forum included strengthening efforts to ensure that the Kampala Strategy and the Operational Plan of the Comprehensive Africa Agriculture Development Programme (CAADP 2026–2035) are transformed into actionable national plans, effective funding, unified institutional cooperation, and measurable developmental outcomes.

Somalia's participation in this forum demonstrates the Federal Government of Somalia's commitment to agricultural development, sustainable management of water resources, strengthening food systems, and enhancing African cooperation, in order to achieve food security, good nutrition, and sustainable economic development.