SoDMA and UNICEF convene meeting to improve humanitarian aid transport in Somalia

The Somali Disaster Management Agency (SoDMA), in collaboration with UNICEF Somalia, has held a meeting in Mogadishu to strengthen coordination between government institutions, businesses and humanitarian transport and logistics operators.

The discussions focused particularly on the “Mogadishu–Baidoa corridor, with participants assessing transport capacity and identifying challenges affecting the delivery of humanitarian assistance” .

The meeting also explored ways to “establish a more efficient and secure logistics system to speed up aid deliveries, reduce delays and prevent the diversion of humanitarian supplies” .

SoDMA said the initiative forms part of its efforts to promote transparency, accountability and stronger partnerships in humanitarian operations, with the aim of ensuring assistance reaches communities most in need.

Mustaqbal

MM Editor

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