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Somalia’s Energy Minister Highlights Drought Resilience at COP16 in Riyadh

By Abdullahi Hussein
Last updated: December 4, 2024
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Riyadh, SONNA — Somalia’s Minister of Energy and Water Resources, Abdullahi Bidhan Warsame, took center stage at the COP16 conference in Riyadh, participating in a crucial discussion on financing drought resilience and groundwater production in Africa. The forum, jointly organized by the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), the Development Fund of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, and the Islamic Development Bank (IDB), sought to identify actionable solutions to address Africa’s water scarcity challenges.

A highlight of the forum was the announcement by Mr. Sultan Al-Marshad, General Manager of the Development Fund of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, unveiling a new project aimed at improving access to groundwater in Somalia.

The initiative represents a significant breakthrough for Somalia, a nation that has long struggled with recurrent droughts and unreliable water sources. Minister Warsame emphasized the transformative potential of the project, stating that it will improve the reliability and security of Somalia’s groundwater, bolster the country’s resilience to droughts, and ensure that clean water is accessible to more communities.

The announcement aligns with Somalia’s broader efforts to strengthen its water infrastructure and climate resilience amid worsening environmental challenges. By leveraging the expertise and resources of international partners such as the Saudi Development Fund, IDB, and UNDP, Somalia aims to build sustainable water systems capable of supporting its population through recurring climate shocks.

The forum provided a platform for nations and development organizations to discuss critical financing mechanisms for drought resilience and water production, setting the stage for meaningful collaborations across Africa.

For Somalia, this initiative offers hope for long-term solutions to its water crisis, bringing the country a step closer to water security and stability in the face of climate change.

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