Marco Selva

Passionate humanitarian and proud Deputy Country Director @WFPSomalia

[Marco Selva @MarcoSelva17]

I have seen how early action can prevent the worst. Burhakaba is at a critical moment. We have a chance to prevent this crisis from deepening, but that requires all of us to act together, before the window closes.

[WFP Somalia @WFPSomalia]

Pleased to announce the approval of our new Country Strategic Plan (2026-2030).

@WFP remains committed to working together with Government & partners to address food insecurity & strengthen resilience across Somalia, in line with the National Transformation Plan (2025-2029).

[Marco Selva @MarcoSelva17]

Happy Independence Day to the people of Somalia 🇸🇴
Your resilience, strength and hope continue to inspire me every day. Wishing you peace, progress and a brighter future ahead.✨

[Marco Selva @MarcoSelva17]

At @WFP, we see that moment—when a child finds the strength to smile again, when a parent feels hope return. That’s why we keep going, so every child gets the nutrition they need to grow, learn and thrive.

[Marco Selva @MarcoSelva17]

Livestock is a key part of Somalia’s nutrition and economic wellbeing. Yet the drought is taking these away from families. Family livelihood is rapidly shrinking putting vulnerable Somalis in survival mood all year round.

[Marco Selva @MarcoSelva17]

At a time where districts like Burhakaba are at risk of famine, WFP life-saving supplies are at an all-time low. Funding shortfalls is forcing us to cut down on nutrition services that are a lifeline for Somalia in the midst of multiple crisis. We need your support now.

[Marco Selva @MarcoSelva17]

A difficult moment for this great nation as famine looms yet again. Prolonged droughts and insecurity are driving Somalia to acute hunger where 6 million people are already severely hungry. Urgent action is needed to support these families.

[Marco Selva @MarcoSelva17]

Engaging with the incredible people of Somalia has been one of the most rewarding experiences of my life. Some of my best moments have been spent with communities. I couldn’t ask for more.

[Marco Selva @MarcoSelva17]

I’ve seen firsthand how food security transforms lives across Somalia. @WFP remains committed to supporting communities as they strengthen their resilience and protect their livelihoods.

[Marco Selva @MarcoSelva17]

The devastating consequences of the Middle East crisis is already felt and lived here. It could be worse @WFP reports warn. We must unite support this great nation with more than 6 million people in crisis levels of hunger.

[Marco Selva @MarcoSelva17]

Happening today after five weeks of delays and rerouting linked to the conflict in the MidEast.
Somalia is among the most impacted countries, as disruptions, prolonged drought, and now regional conflict push food prices higher, while families’ purchasing power is at its lowest.

[WFP Somalia @WFPSomalia]

📢HAPPENING TODAY: After 5 weeks of delay due to the Middle East conflict, 6,300 metric tons of @WFP food supplies have arrived for Somalia and other operations.

Supply chain disruptions and rising prices are putting extra pressure on families in emergency. 🚨

[Marco Selva @MarcoSelva17]

Hello from an urban farm in Mogadishu this morning!
The humanitarian needs and the scale of the emergency are enormous, but at the same time, we’re working to help communities break the cycle of constant crisis response.

[WFP Somalia @WFPSomalia]

Two years ago, Mouktar didn't think he would recover from the drought that dried off his crops & killed his animals.

Today, he is producing different crops all year round, feeding his family and generating income.

Thank you #KOICA for supporting food systems in #Somalia.

[WFP Somalia @WFPSomalia]

In Somalia, @WFP delivers over 90% of the food security response. But today, assistance is critically limited, just as communities recover from one of the worst droughts.

We’re ready to scale up and prevent a deeper crisis.
Hear from our Deputy Country Director, @MarcoSelva17:

[WFP Somalia @WFPSomalia]

Deep appreciation to @KSRelief_EN 🇸🇦 for its generous USD 4.5 million contribution, which enabled @WFP to support more than 180,000 children and mothers in #Somalia, to help prevent malnutrition during this drought emergency.

Read more here: https://t.co/X4t9EmF0jh

[Marco Selva @MarcoSelva17]

Visiting IDP sites across Somalia to monitor our work, but mostly to listen.
Only this year, over 500,000 people were displaced by drought. Families lost their livelihoods and now need the basics to survive - food, water, shelter.

We need funding to respond NOW.

[WFP Somalia @WFPSomalia]

🚨How is the conflict in the Middle East worsening hunger in Somalia?

For 6.5M people already facing crisis‑level hunger, disrupted supply chains and soaring food prices mean an already fragile situation could quickly become catastrophic. 📈

[WFP Somalia @WFPSomalia]

In #Somalia, livestock are among the most valuable assets families own. When crisis strikes, people often lose them. @WFP is helping protect these livelihoods by ensuring reliable access to water closer to communities.

[Marco Selva @MarcoSelva17]

The spirit of solidarity lies at the heart of Eid, and this spirit is what continues to inspire our work at @WFPSomalia.
I extend my sincere wishes to all those celebrating. May this Eid bring peace, hope, and renewed resolve to ensure that no one is left behind.

[WFP Somalia @WFPSomalia]

Somalia is on the brink of a major humanitarian emergency.
▪️A new report projects 6.5 million people face crisis levels of hunger or worse by March - driven by a national drought emergency.
▪️Without immediate new funding, WFP’s support will be completely exhausted by April.