Genevieve Imbali

Seasoned communications for development practitioner / traveller / hiker / badminton fan and player 😁

[United Nations Mine Action Service (UNMAS) @UNMAS]

Mine action is a critical enabler for peace, security, and humanitarian progress. Here’s a glimpse into a day in the life of the Chief of Mine Action in Somalia.

[United Nations Mine Action Service (UNMAS) @UNMAS]

In #Somalia, SEMA Southwest State recently conducted vital Explosive Ordnance Risk Education to students in Baidoa using leaflets & risk education talking devices 📚.
💬“By providing children with the right knowledge, we can help them make safer choices & protect their lives.”

[United Nations Mine Action Service (UNMAS) @UNMAS]

In #Somalia, 28-year-old Keza recently qualified as a Route Search Instructor through the UNMAS Training of Trainers programme with @AUSSOM.

💬 "Gender stereotypes sometimes caused me to underestimate my own abilities.”
Keza is paving the way for more women in security roles.

[United Nations Mine Action Service (UNMAS) @UNMAS]

This week in Somalia, UNMAS delivered its 1st multi-institution, mixed-gender Weapons & Ammunition Management course!

💬 "This ammunition handling course is vital in ensuring Somali stockpiles of ammunition are managed safely, thus protecting civilians & security forces"

[United Nations Mine Action Service (UNMAS) @UNMAS]

Today in Somalia, UNMAS/@UNSOS in partnership with the Federal Government of Somalia  convened the first National Counter-IED Steering Committee alongside vital partners, presented a 2 year workplan, turning the C-IED strategy into a structured plan for national delivery.

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During a recent visit to the SPF EOD unit in Gadidka #Somalia, officers highlighted the lasting impact of UNMAS/@UNSOS_ & #Japan's support since 2014—from 24/7 solar power to equipment maintenance.

💬 "The facilities provide a safe space that officers use daily." — SPF Commander

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@emmwirichia @I_Gathu @TK_Muiru Walishachizi kitambo 😂😆

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🎖️Yesterday in Galmudug, #Somalia, President H.E. Hassan Sheikh Mohamud presided over the graduation of 3,000 SNA soldiers in EHAT & 80 in Route Search - 100% delivered by UNMAS /@UNSOS_ trained SNA instructors.

He encouraged the soldiers to perform their duties diligently.

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🛡️Building self-reliance on Somalia’s frontlines!
UNMAS/UNSOS delivered ToT on Explosive Hazard Awareness & IEDD in Hirshabelle. Certified @aussom_ peacekeepers are now back at FOBs training their own units—backed by ongoing UNMAS mentorship to boost force protection & peace.

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With generous funding from @EU_SUDAN, @UNOPS in 🇸🇩 is rehabilitating the Aldegain and Matatib canals in Kassala - restoring not just water infrastructure, but hope for communities who have gone without drinking water since 2018. @UNOPS_Africa

[Genevieve Imbali @GeneyImberly]

@omondi_asher @KarehNamu Loreto msongari charged PP1 kids 5500 for a trip to nanyuki (Mt kenya national park), inclusive of KFC lunch. On the day, the kids were taken to Nairobi national park and given 1 piecers from KFC 🙄. Water and other snacks were packed by parents!

[UNSOS @UNSOS_]

🇬🇧 🇺🇳 Acting ASG and Head of @UNSOS_, Ms. Qurat-ul-Ain Sadozai, today met with H.E. Sally Orr, UK Deputy Ambassador, in #Mogadishu to discuss key priorities for supporting Somalia's #security.

Acting ASG Sadozai thanked @UKinSomalia for its continued partnership and new contribution to the #SSF Trust Fund, highlighting its important role in supporting Somalia Security Forces.

Both sides reaffirmed the importance of sustained international support to strengthen the #SSF, consolidate security gains, and advance lasting peace in #Somalia.

[United Nations Mine Action Service (UNMAS) @UNMAS]

📌In Beletweyne, Somalia, UNMAS/@UNSOS_ is conducting a vital CMD training for Djibouti peacekeepers serving under @aussom_

"This course will significantly enhance our understanding and knowledge of the various types of conventional ammunition used in Somalia," a trainee shared

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During a recent IEDD training for the Somali Police Force, Aisha-a dedicated mother thriving in a male-dominated arena-stood out. She is not only an EOD expert but has joined the UNMAS Trainer of Trainers cohort to educate the next generation of officers, thanks to #Japan funding

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🤝Yesterday in Mogadishu, Ministry of Internal Security, in partnership with SEMA & UNMAS/@UNSOS_ convened Somalia’s first-ever Mine Action Coordination Meeting to strengthen national coordination, advance the SEMA Mine Action Bill & mobilize support for humanitarian mine action

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🤝 In Mogadishu, UNMAS Chief met with @AUSSOM Lt. Gen. Sam Kavuma to reaffirm partnership between UNMAS/@UNSOS_ & AUSSOM in countering IED threats. Discussions focused on Training of Trainers approach to build sustainable national capacity and strengthen long-term security.

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#Somalia ONS-UNMAS Roadmap meeting attended by Permanent Secretary Yusuf (MoD) & Director General Shire (MoIS).

DG ONS Abdimalik: “Our strong partnership and coordinated leadership are central to moving these Somali-led efforts forward.”

#C-IED #WAM #EOD #HumanitarianMineAction

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UNMAS continuously delivers IED risk education materials and awareness sessions to vulnerable populations across #Somalia. Every session helps families recognize threats, stay safe, and build resilience 🕊️

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UNMAS, as a component of @UNSOS_ recently joined the Kenya Defense Forces at HPSS to advance an 18-month Trainers-of-Trainers strategy through 2027, strengthening sustainable Counter-IED training capacity for @aussom_ TCC's operating in the Somalia-specific threat environment.

[United Nations Mine Action Service (UNMAS) @UNMAS]

UNMAS as a component of @UNSOS_ delivered its first-ever all female Physical Security and Stockpile Management course for 14 officers from the Somali Security Forces.

At UNMAS, we believe sustainable peace requires national capacity and the leadership of women
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