AGP Executive Report

Somalia Security & Aid: The U.S. says it will block UN logistical support for the AU peace mission in Somalia (AUSSOM) by ending funding for UNSOS after Dec. 31, 2026, warning the mission could be forced to “draw a line” without air transport, engineering, medical services, food, fuel and troop movement—raising fresh fears for the fight against al-Shabaab. Humanitarian Strain on the Ground: In Lower Shabelle, clan fighting has displaced 50+ families since May, with people reporting acute shortages of food, clean water and shelter. Health & Care Access: A young Somali mother in Mogadishu Central Prison says she has asthma but has not received needed medical care, asking for an independent doctor and treatment. Nutrition Crisis Signals: WFP warns funding shortfalls are worsening Somalia’s nutrition crisis. Maritime Health Risk: Off Somalia, the hijacked Palau-flagged tanker MT Honour 25 reports unsafe water, reduced food to rice, and health problems for five crew members, as pirates’ violence traps seafarers between armed groups.

Somalia Health & Aid Watch: The U.S. says it will stop funding UN logistical support for the AU peacekeeping mission fighting Al-Shabaab in Somalia after 2026, a move that could disrupt access to food, water, fuel, medical services and troop transport for nearly 12,000 personnel. Maritime Health Risk: Conditions are worsening for piracy hostages off Somalia, with reports that crew aboard the MT Honour 25 have unsafe water, reduced food, and health problems as they’re caught between armed factions. Nutrition & Drought: In Mudug’s Dajimaale village, drought-hit families are left with no water, poor food, and “no healthcare,” surviving on stretched supplies and daily queues for limited well water. Regional Health Pressure: WHO warns the Eastern Mediterranean region faces major health and humanitarian strain, with funding gaps affecting maternal care, vaccinations, medicines and outbreak prevention, including crises linked to Somalia. Care Access: Japan and WFP strengthen health and education support in Somalia, while broader global reports highlight how shortages and instability can quickly turn into health emergencies.

US-Somalia Peace Support: The U.S. says it will block UN logistical support for the AU peacekeeping mission in Somalia (AUSSOM) from next year, a move that could disrupt supplies like food, water, fuel, medical services and troop transport. Drought & Health in Mudug: In central Somalia’s Mudug region, more than 100 stranded families in Dajimaale village face severe food and water shortages after failed rains killed livestock, with people reporting no healthcare and sometimes only one meal a day. Somalia Health Cooperation: WHO says it discussed stronger health cooperation with Somalia, as regional crises and funding gaps continue to strain access to care. Nutrition Crisis Pressure: WFP warns Somalia’s nutrition crisis is worsening amid funding shortfalls, raising risks for children and pregnant women. Climate Risk for Children: UNICEF highlights that over 1 billion children globally face multiple climate hazards, underscoring the health risks Somalia communities may face as drought and extreme weather intensify. Ebola Screening at Airports (Libya): Libya orders enhanced Ebola screening at airports, a reminder that outbreak prevention and surveillance remain critical for regional health security.

Drought & Health Access: In Mudug’s Dajimaale village, over 100 vulnerable families are stranded after three failed rainy seasons wiped out livestock and dried wells, forcing people to stretch food to one meal a day and queue for costly water—while reporting little or no healthcare. Funding Crunch & Care Gaps: WHO warns the Eastern Mediterranean region faces a major humanitarian and health funding shortfall, with shortages hitting maternal care, vaccinations, medicines, and outbreak prevention across crises including Somalia. Disease Screening at Airports: Libya’s Civil Aviation Authority orders enhanced Ebola screening for flights arriving from high-risk countries, including Somalia, requiring symptom checks and reporting to airport health control teams. Work Authorization Uncertainty for Somalis in the US: DHS set new Temporary Protected Status work authorization expiration dates (July 10) for nationals including Somalia, following Supreme Court action—raising anxiety for health workers and other employers. Road Safety in the Diaspora: A Somalia-born man in London was charged after a car hit pedestrians in Ealing Broadway, injuring five and prompting hospital treatment and emergency response.

WHO Funding Crunch: WHO warns the Eastern Mediterranean is carrying nearly half the world’s humanitarian burden, with Somalia named among active crises; shortages are hitting maternal care, vaccinations, medicines, and outbreak prevention as 2026 emergency funding remains largely unavailable. Somalia Mental Health Upgrade: Somalia has inaugurated a renovated women’s mental health unit in Mogadishu, a timely boost as conflict and displacement strain care access. Nutrition Under Pressure: WFP flags a funding shortfall worsening Somalia’s nutrition crisis, raising risks for children and pregnant women. Disease Screening at Airports: Libya’s Civil Aviation Authority orders enhanced Ebola screening for flights arriving from DRC, Uganda, and also lists Somalia among higher-risk origins, strengthening airport surveillance. El Niño Preparedness: Kenya activates an El Niño response plan with medical supplies and emergency readiness measures—important for the wider Horn region’s health risks from floods and disrupted services. Health System Links: Japan and WFP strengthen health and education in Somalia, supporting services beyond clinics. One Health Focus: A Somalia-focused report highlights antimicrobial resistance risks, calling out surveillance gaps and stewardship barriers. Community & Care: A Mogadishu court case and other regional legal updates appear this week, but the clearest health takeaways are the funding, nutrition, and disease-prevention moves affecting Somalia.

Nutrition Support: WFP says Japan has donated $1.2m to fund daily nutritious school meals for 14,000+ children and 178 school staff in Somalia’s Southwest and Jubaland through Feb 2027, using home-grown value vouchers to support local markets. Mental Health Care: Somalia has inaugurated a renovated women’s mental health unit in Mogadishu, aiming to expand access to care for women. Health Security at Borders: Libya’s Civil Aviation Authority ordered enhanced Ebola screening at airports, requiring airlines to identify and report symptomatic passengers on flights from DRC, Uganda, and also from Somalia. Health System Partnerships: Japan and WFP strengthen health and education in Somalia, linking services to school and community support. Nutrition Crisis Warning: WFP warns funding shortfalls are worsening Somalia’s nutrition crisis, with fewer children reached than in 2023. One Health & Disease Control: A Somalia-focused One Health piece highlights antimicrobial resistance surveillance gaps and stewardship barriers, calling for stronger coordination across health, animals, and the environment. Community Health & Safety: A Mogadishu court case and other public-safety updates dominated headlines this week, but the clearest health-related action remains the school-meal push and the mental health unit upgrade.

Somalia Nutrition Support: Japan pledges USD 1.2m to WFP for home-grown school meals in Somalia’s Southwest and Jubaland, reaching 14,000+ children and 178 school staff through Feb 2027, as crisis-level hunger affects millions. One Health & Disease Control: Libya’s Civil Aviation Authority orders Ebola screening at airports, requiring airlines to flag suspected passengers arriving from DRC, Uganda, and also Level 1 risk countries including Somalia, and to share manifests with health control teams. Mental Health in Mogadishu: Somalia inaugurates a renovated women’s mental health unit in Mogadishu, aiming to expand care for women. Food Security Pressure: WFP warns funding shortfalls are worsening Somalia’s nutrition crisis, with fewer school meals and rising hunger. Health System Capacity (Regional): WHO and Somalia discuss stronger health cooperation at the Dubrovnik Forum. Health & Safety Abroad (Somali-linked): In London, a Somalia-born man was charged with attempted murder after a car hit five pedestrians in Ealing Broadway; injuries were reported as not life-threatening. Climate Risk to Health: Kenya activates its El Niño preparedness plan with medical supplies pre-positioned and evacuation measures—relevant for regional health and disaster response planning. Health Research Note: A case report highlights chronic insomnia as an uncommon manifestation of celiac disease.

Somalia Nutrition Crisis: The World Food Programme warns Somalia’s hunger emergency is worsening fast: emergency-level hunger (IPC4) now hits 2 million people, while only about 450,000 receive food aid—leaving 76% of those in IPC4 without support through August; WFP also flags 1.9 million children with acute malnutrition and a famine risk in Burhakaba, Southwest. School Meals Boost: WFP also received Japan’s $1.2m to fund nutritious school meals for 14,000+ children in Southwest and Jubaland through Feb 2027, using home-grown food via local vouchers to support both nutrition and local markets. Mental Health Care: Somalia’s Deputy Prime Minister Salah Ahmed Jama inaugurated a renovated women’s mental health unit at Lansaleeti Hospital in Mogadishu, with Italy support, as part of broader federal efforts to modernize healthcare. Ebola Airport Screening (Region): Libya’s Civil Aviation Authority ordered stricter Ebola precautions at airports, including symptom checks and reporting for flights arriving from DRC, Uganda, and Level 1 risk countries including Somalia. Public Health & Safety (London): In west London, a Somalia-born British man, 34, was charged with five counts of attempted murder after a car hit pedestrians in Ealing Broadway, injuring five; injuries were reported as non-life-threatening.

Somalia Nutrition Support: Japan pledged $1.2m to WFP to fund home-grown school meals for 14,000+ children and 178 school staff in Somalia’s Southwest and Jubaland through Feb 2027, aiming to keep kids in class and protect nutrition during the hunger emergency. Somalia Hunger Warning: WFP says Somalia’s food crisis is worsening fast: IPC4 emergency hunger now hits 2 million people, with only 450,000 reached by aid and 1.9m children facing acute malnutrition. Mogadishu Mental Health Care: Somalia’s Deputy Prime Minister Salah Ahmed Jama inaugurated a renovated women’s mental health unit at Lansaleeti Hospital, citing Italy’s support and renewed federal plans to modernize healthcare. Public Health & Safety: In London, a 34-year-old Somalia-born man was charged with five counts of attempted murder after a car hit pedestrians in Ealing Broadway, injuring five; injuries were reported as not life-threatening. Global Child Protection: The UN warned 2025 saw record grave violations against children in conflict, with Somalia among the highest-affected countries. Immigration Policy Shock (US): US Supreme Court rulings allow ending Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for Haitians and Syrians and expand border “metering,” raising fears for 1.3m+ people.

Emergency Care & Public Safety: A Somalia-born British man, 34-year-old Timir Ahmed Mohamed, was charged with five counts of attempted murder after a car hit pedestrians on Ealing Broadway in west London on Saturday, injuring five people; three were taken to hospital and two treated at the scene, with injuries reported as non-life-threatening, and police say the incident is not being treated as terrorism. Somalia Health Services: Somalia inaugurated a renovated women’s mental health unit at Lansaleeti Hospital in Mogadishu, with the Deputy Prime Minister saying the government is prioritizing modern, equitable healthcare and thanking Italy for support. Nutrition Crisis: The World Food Programme warned Somalia’s hunger and malnutrition situation is worsening faster than expected, with emergency-level hunger (IPC Phase 4) affecting two million people and funding reaching only about 450,000 people. Accountability in Health Funding: U.S. authorities announced the arrest in Mogadishu of Abdikerm Abdelahi Eidleh, accused in the “Feeding Our Future” fraud that prosecutors say diverted over $250 million meant for child nutrition programs. Child Protection in Conflict: The UN reported record grave violations against children in conflict in 2025, naming Somalia among the highest-affected countries.

Women’s Mental Health: Somalia inaugurated a renovated women’s mental health unit at Lansaleeti Hospital in Mogadishu, with the Deputy Prime Minister saying the government will keep rebuilding facilities to improve access to modern, equitable care, supported by Italy. Nutrition Crisis: WFP warns Somalia’s food and nutrition crisis is worsening fast as failed rains and funding cuts bite, with emergency hunger (IPC Phase 4) affecting 2 million people and only 450,000 receiving aid; it also flags 1.9 million children with acute malnutrition and a famine risk in Burhakaba. Public Health Diplomacy: Somalia’s foreign minister met WHO’s Europe director at the Dubrovnik Forum to strengthen health cooperation, technical support, and public health system capacity. Safe Water Data: A global map highlights where safely managed drinking water remains out of reach, underscoring the scale of unsafe water access challenges in low-income settings. Health & Safety Incident (London): A Somalia-born British man was arrested after a car hit pedestrians in Ealing Broadway, injuring five; police say injuries are not life-threatening and the case is not being treated as terrorism. Fraud & Food Security: U.S. prosecutors say a key figure in the Feeding Our Future child nutrition fraud was arrested in Mogadishu, after diverting over $250 million from federal child nutrition funds.

Somalia–WHO Health Talks: Somalia’s Foreign Affairs Minister Abdisalam Ali (Dhaay) met WHO Europe’s Dr. Hans Kluge at the Dubrovnik Forum to push stronger health cooperation, technical support, and better access to quality services across the country. Public Safety & Injury Response: In London, a 34-year-old Somalia-born British man was arrested on suspicion of dangerous driving and attempted murder after a car hit five pedestrians in Ealing Broadway; two were treated at the scene and three taken to hospital, with injuries reported as non-life-threatening, and police say the case is not being treated as terrorism. Nutrition Fraud Fallout: U.S. prosecutors say Abdikerm Abdelahi Eidleh, accused in the $250m “Feeding Our Future” child nutrition fraud, was arrested in Mogadishu after nearly four years on the run, with authorities citing FBI and Somali intelligence cooperation.

Somalia–WHO Health Talks: Somalia’s Foreign Affairs Minister Abdisalam Ali (Dhaay) met WHO Europe’s Dr. Hans Kluge at the Dubrovnik Forum to push stronger health cooperation, technical support, and better access to quality services across the country. Somalia Hunger Crisis: UN-backed assessments warn that 6.5 million people in Somalia could face crisis-level hunger or worse, with over 1.8 million children under 5 at risk of acute malnutrition as drought, conflict, displacement, and high food prices worsen. Feeding Our Future Fraud Linked to Somalia: US prosecutors arrested Abdikerm Abdelahi Eidleh, a key suspect in the $250m Minnesota child-nutrition fraud, in Mogadishu, with the FBI working alongside Somalia’s National Intelligence and Security Agency. Public Health & Safety Context: In London, a car crash in Ealing Broadway injured five pedestrians; while not Somalia health news, it highlights ongoing emergency response needs and the importance of rapid trauma care systems.

Cross-border justice: Abdikerm Abdelahi Eidleh, 42, accused of helping orchestrate the $250M “Feeding Our Future” child nutrition fraud, was arrested in Mogadishu after nearly four years on the run, with U.S. authorities citing FBI and Somali intelligence cooperation; prosecutors allege he recruited operators, took bribes and kickbacks (often disguised as “consulting fees” via shell companies), and helped run fake meal sites that claimed to feed thousands of children. Health crisis pressure: New UN-backed assessments warn Somalia’s hunger emergency is worsening, with about 6.5 million people facing crisis hunger or worse and more than 1.8 million children under 5 at risk of acute malnutrition, driven by drought, conflict, displacement, and high food prices. Migration & health ripple effects: A U.S. Supreme Court ruling stripping Temporary Protected Status from Haitians and Syrians is triggering fear of deportation and family separation, raising concerns that health and other essential services could face staffing shocks as protections and work permits are removed. Regional access controls: Libya’s eastern government banned entry for nationals of Sudan, Eritrea, Somalia, and Ethiopia, while exempting some education and healthcare workers with valid contracts—potentially affecting cross-border health staffing and services.

Border Health & Access: Libya’s eastern-based government has banned entry for Sudanese, Eritrean, Somali, and Ethiopian nationals via land, sea, and air crossings under its control, while exempting diplomats and approved education/healthcare workers—plus ordering deportations for those without valid residency permits. Somalia Health Leadership Loss: The UN and Somalia mourn Dr. Aisa Kirabo Kacyira, UNSOS head, whose work supported stability and humanitarian operations since her 2023 appointment. AMR Focus for Somalia: A new Somalia-focused piece highlights antimicrobial resistance risks tied to surveillance gaps, weak stewardship, and “One Health” coordination barriers. Humanitarian Health Under Strain: MSF reports malnutrition overwhelming its hospital in Somalia, urging rapid emergency scale-up as crises deepen. Regional Climate & Health Pressure: Coverage notes drought and displacement in Somalia linked to climate disruption, with clinics and services struggling during extreme heat and floods.

AMR Focus: A new Somalia-focused analysis warns that antimicrobial resistance is growing fast, but surveillance and infection control are weak, with conflict and supply gaps making it harder to detect and contain resistant infections. Refugee & Migration Health: The UN marks World Refugee Day amid worsening protection gaps, as eastern Libya bans entry for Somalis and other African nationalities—allowing only limited exemptions for health and education workers—raising risks for people on the move. Somalia Humanitarian Loss: The UN and Somalia mourn Dr. Aisa Kirabo Kacyira, UNSOS chief, whose work supported stability and humanitarian logistics. Community Health Systems: RACIDA highlights “build systems, not dependency,” pushing longer-term community capacity to handle climate shocks, displacement, and outbreaks. NCD Access: African health leaders meet in Tanzania to accelerate PEN-Plus for serious non-communicable diseases, aiming for better medicines, diagnostics, and treatment access by 2030. Mogadishu Justice: A Mogadishu court sentences social media activist Sadia Bajaaj to three years for insulting national leaders, amid claims of weak witness support and reliance on video footage.