Minister of Finance @BihiEgeh has concluded four productive days at the 2026 IsDB Annual Meetings in Baku, marked by successful high-level engagements, strategic negotiations, and partnership-building discussions.
A 4-day Mission with FGS & FMS representatives & the World Bank concluded in Nairobi.The mission focused on PFM,DRM,Public Sector Reforms.Discussions also covered the implementation of ITAS,HRMIS reforms,and key next steps to strengthen service delivery & institutional capacity.
The Somalia–IsDB Country Engagement Framework 2026–28 marks an important milestone in our post-HIPC partnership with IsDB. This US$45 million package will help advance resilient infrastructure, human capital development, and economic transformation, supporting Somalia’s long-term growth and development ambitions.
@SERP_Somalia Implementation Support Mission for the FGS &FMS representatives &WB kicked off today in Nairobi.Discussions will be focused on PFM,Procurement, DRM and Public Sector Reforms.Discussions will also touch base the SFMIS and HRMIS integration and key planned activities.
Somalia National Trade Consultation Advances Regional Trade Facilitation Agenda
The Somalia National Trade Consultation on Regional Trade Facilitation concluded successfully today, marking another important milestone in the Horn of Africa Initiative's efforts to strengthen regional trade and economic integration.
Delivering the closing remarks, H.E. @BihiEgeh, Minister of Finance of the Federal Government of Somalia and current Chair of the Horn of Africa Initiative (HoAI), officially closed the successful three-day consultation in Mogadishu and emphasized that meaningful regional integration can only be achieved through strong technical engagement and sustained collaboration among participating countries.
He highlighted the critical role of government institutions, trade experts, and practitioners in translating regional commitments into tangible reforms that facilitate trade and improve connectivity.
The HoAI Chair also expressed appreciation to development partners for their continued support in advancing the region's trade facilitation agenda. He underscored that the ongoing national consultations across HoAI member countries are ensuring that national priorities, practical challenges, and country-specific opportunities are fully reflected in the updated Regional Trade Facilitation Roadmap.
In concluding the consultations, H.E. Bihi reaffirmed the Horn of Africa Initiative's commitment to building a more connected, competitive, and prosperous region through country-led reforms, stronger regional cooperation, and concrete actions that reduce barriers to trade and unlock new economic opportunities for businesses and communities across the Horn of Africa.
#HoAI #TradeFacilitation #RegionalIntegration #HornOfAfrica #Somalia #EconomicDevelopment #TradeAndConnectivity
@MoF_Somalia@MoF_Ethiopia@KeTreasury@mefidjibouti@worldbankgroup@AfDB_Group@EU_Commission@BMZ_Bund@FCDOGovUK
World Cup referee - Africa's best - is denied entry to United States and sent back after landing at Miami Airport, despite having a diplomatic passport https://t.co/2JPP5NpJpT
A 5-day Workshop on Accountability and Oversight for Senior officials of FGS&FMS supported by @SERP_Somalia &facilitated @EU_in_Somalia- SFA,implemented by @AdamSmithInt concluded in Nairobi.The workshop focused on Budget cyle,Audit mechanisms,harmonization,reforms,collaboration.
A 1-day Stakeholder Engagement Workshop on the National Training Policy Gender Inclusivity Review for FGS MDAs,supported by @SERP_Somalia,concluded in Mogadishu.The session focused on advancing gender inclusivity&strengthening career progression pathways for female staff in Gov't
@SERP_Somalia team actively participated in the 3-day @WorldBankGroup Strengthening Client Capacity for Impact (SCCI) program in Nairobi.Sessions focused on in key operational areas including implementation,Procurement,Financial, Comms,M&E,&World Bank Project Cycle&due diligence.
A 3-day ITAS benchmarking workshop supported by the @SERP_Somalia &facilitated by @KRACorporate for the @MoF_Somalia Revenue Directorate concluded in Nairobi.The training strengthened capacity on tax administration,ITAS implementation&digital systems to support ongoing reforms.
@SERP_Somalia Intergovernmental Forum meeting for FGS&FMS successfully concluded this week in Nairobi. Discussions focused on enhancing HRMIS modules, advancing priority public sector reforms,& accelerating implementation of agreed action plans.
#SERP#PublicSectorReform#Somalia
The 5th Intergovernmental Forum for the FGS, FMSs MoLSA, FSG NCSC and FMSs CSCs ,kicks of today in Nairobi. The Discussions will focus on Public Sector Management (PSM) Reform,HRMIS strengthening, implementation progress,&planned activities,& challenges.
#SERP#Project#Somalia
@SERP_Somalia Restructuring Mission with FGS and FMS representatives concluded today in Nairobi.The mission focused on reviewing project components, overall implementation progress,revision of result framework indicators,HRMIS &SFMIS areas,procurement, budgeting,&the way forward.
@SERP_Somalia Restructuring Mission: Productive discussions with FGS and FMS representatives continue, focusing on the implementation of key project component interventions and advancing priority activities. #Somalia#SERProject#PSM#DRM#PFM
A week-long Stakeholder Engagement Workshop on #HRMIS implementation for FGS MDAs, supported by @SERP_Somalia, concluded today in Mogadishu. The workshop covered HRMIS systems, gap analysis, module reviews,& HRMIS–SFMIS integration,with consultations held with key institutions.
Day two of the @SERP_Somalia Restructuring Mission Meeting focused on the Public Sector Management (PSM) component. Discussions covered PSM reform, HRMIS,Pay and Grading, &the implementation of key priority activities aimed at strengthening public service delivery.#SERP#Somalia
A 5-day @SERP_Somalia Restructuring Mission meeting with FGS and FMS representatives kicked off today in Nairobi. The mission will focus on key project components, overall project implementation, results achieved, procurement, and key priority activities.
#Somalia
Wonderful View during Takeoff from #Mugdisho#Somalia. Wishing you the very Best of Future.
Nabad iyo Horowmar waara iyan Alle ku baryaya.
Hiil Walal 🇩🇯🤝 🇸🇴
@HornInitiative Ministerial meeting concluded successfully in #Somalia with strong commitments from all Finance Ministers and Development partners. National and regional energy access and security requires partnership and investment.
It was an honour to Chair the historic first ever Horn of Africa Initiative ministerial meeting in Mogadishu, #Somalia today. The 27th Ministerial meeting was attended by
Initiative members and our valuable Development Partners and focused on energy access and investments. Energy is catalytic for sustainable development in our country and across the Horn of Africa. This meeting also demonstrates Somalia’s progress as a nation as we are once again leading on the regional and international stage.