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More than 3 million displaced people in Somalia still lack a unified legal identity.
In Baidoa, a fast, low-cost pilot led by @NIRASomalia shows that reaching displaced communities with legal identity services is possible—and scalable.
🎥Watch how this innovative model provides a blueprint for reaching millions more across Somalia.
Supported by @Denmark_UN, @LuxembourgUN & @ROK_Mission through @UNDP's #FundingWindows.
https://t.co/UQjLdwKC8s @UNDPSomalia
#FutureGovInstitutions
Meet Farhiyo Fidow, IT Associate at @UNDPSomalia, who overcame several challenges to join the ICT sector, she calls for equal capacity and potential of women and men: https://t.co/griM5P8Q1z
Our 8th #Hayaan newsletter is out.
From Hamso's journey out of displacement in Bossaso to 438 women vendors rebuilding livelihoods at Dalacada Market — stories of resilience from across Somalia. 🇸🇴 👉 https://t.co/bE19ldpYPI
تعرّفوا على فرحيو فيدو، مساعدة تقنية في مجال تكنولوجيا المعلومات في البرنامج الإنمائي في الصومال @UNDPSomalia،التي تغلّبت على العديد من التحديات للانضمام إلى قطاع تكنولوجيا المعلومات والاتصالات، تدعو فرحيو إلى تكافؤ القدرات والإمكانيات بين النساء والرجال:https://t.co/pVOUYaQgkU
Meet Farhiyo Fidow, IT Associate at @UNDP Somalia.
When she chose to study IT, she was told: "This faculty is not for ladies. Please change your mind."
Her response? "If you can do it, I can do it too."
Today, her journey reminds us that every line of code, every new skill, and every challenge overcome helps build a more inclusive digital future for Somalia.
Read her inspiring journey: https://t.co/uATLzU8YuK
Strong legal, policy and governance frameworks are critical to Somalia’s security sector.
Recently in Kismayo and Jowhar, @UNTMIS_ experts in collaboration with @ONSSomalia and @UNDPSomalia organised consultations on the development of State Security Committees and State Security Offices Legal Acts.
Attended by 60 representatives from State Security Offices, line ministries, state police, and parliamentary committees in attendance, the sessions aimed to develop locally owned, constitutionally aligned and effective legal frameworks that strengthen coordination, oversight and accountability in the security sector.
The latest edition of #Hayaan is here!
The 8th edition of @UNDP Somalia's newsletter features the launch of our Country Programme 2026–2030, inspiring stories of women leading change, Hamso's journey from displacement to self-reliance, the revival of Dalacada Milk Market, and young people driving durable solutions for displaced communities.
Read the full newsletter: https://t.co/tKU6D47a12
A specialized capacity-building training in Hargeisa has equipped 45 legal aid professionals to expand free legal representation and protection services for vulnerable groups across Somaliland. Learn how @UNDPSomalia is supporting legal aid programmes https://t.co/0mJcaZYF7s
ساهم برنامج تدريبي متخصص في بناء القدرات في هرجيسا في تأهيل 45 متخصصًا في مجال المساعدة القانونية لتوسيع نطاق خدمات التمثيل القانوني والحماية المجانية للفئات الضعيفة في الصومال. تعرفوا كيف يدعم البرنامج الإنمائي @UNDPSomalia برامج المساعدة القانونية: https://t.co/PQguKqR0jD
🎙️ At the Service Integration Working Group,@UNDPSomalia’s Transformative Governance Portfolio lead delivered opening remarks, reaffirming UNDP’s commitment to supporting Somalia’s digital identity agenda and strengthening whole-of-government.
We bid farewell to @lionellaurens_, @UNDP Somalia's Resident Representative, as he concludes three years of dedicated service in Somalia.
Throughout his tenure, Lionel provided inspiring leadership, fostered strong partnerships, and championed efforts to support Somalia's path towards peace, resilience, and sustainable development.
We thank Lionel for his remarkable contributions and wish him continued success and happiness in the journey
By connecting national systems with community action, Somalia is advancing a more comprehensive approach to resilience.
Learn how @UNDPSomalia is collaborating with EU 🇪🇺 to advance an integrated approach to disaster risk reduction: https://t.co/KNtpeIoaVI
In 2025, women across #Somalia stepped into leadership roles and played a greater part in peacebuilding and decision-making.
Learn how @UNDPSomalia is collaborating with partners to support Somali women are driving positive change in their communities: https://t.co/m9OOiZ0QQq
"The new Country Programme positions @UNDP to address #Somalia’s complex development challenges more effectively:" our RR @LionelLaurens_ launching UNDP Somalia's CPD 2026-2030 jointly with FGS Somalia @MoPIED_Somalia. 👇
https://t.co/5u00ycPlsE
‘A new phase in partnership’
“As we launch this programme document today, it is important to recognize one principle that lies at the heart of its success which is national ownership:” MoPIED Director General Mr. Abdifatah Abdulkadir Farah. More 👇: https://t.co/MZlNIioiCo
‘A new phase in partnership’
“As we launch this programme document today, it is important to recognize one principle that lies at the heart of its success which is national ownership:” MoPIED Director General Mr. Abdifatah Abdulkadir Farah. More 👇: https://t.co/MZlNIioiCo
UNDP Somalia today officially launched its five-year Country Porgramme Document (CPD 2026-2030).
It runs on two pathways -- a) fostering peace and reducing governance fragility, and b) tackling economic fragility and climate vulnerability together -- both anchored in Somalia's own National Transformation Plan (NTP).
Read more: https://t.co/Xwqfrx8Bxi
UNDP Somalia today officially launched its five-year Country Porgramme Document (CPD 2026-2030).
It runs on two pathways -- a) fostering peace and reducing governance fragility, and b) tackling economic fragility and climate vulnerability together -- both anchored in Somalia's own National Transformation Plan (NTP).
Read more: https://t.co/Xwqfrx8Bxi
On #WorldRefugeeDay, we remember that displacement doesn't end when people flee.
For 117.8 million displaced people, the challenge is what comes next: jobs, services and a chance to rebuild.
Together, @UNDP and @Refugees are helping create opportunities.
https://t.co/G0mAudm7K0