Somalia Marks World Diabetes Day with Awareness Walk

Mogadishu(SONNA)-The Ministries of Health and Youth and Sports on Wednesday held a World Diabetes Day 2026 awareness event and walk in Mogadishu to promote diabetes prevention and early detection.

The awareness walk began at 5:30 a.m. at Daljirka Dahsoon and ended at Liido Beach, with the participation of the Minister of Health and Social Care, Dr. Ali Haji Adam, and the Minister of Youth and Sports, Mohamed Abdulkadir, alongside other participants.

Held under the theme “Early Action on Diabetes,” the event aimed to raise public awareness about diabetes prevention, encourage early screening, and promote healthy lifestyles.

The two ministries called on the public, particularly young people and healthcare professionals, to support efforts to strengthen diabetes awareness, early diagnosis, and prevention across the country.