Somalia and WHO Discuss Health Cooperation and Ebola Preparedness

GOOBJOOG NEWS|MOGADISHU: Somalia’s Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, Hassan Mohamed Ali (Nadaara), met the World Health Organization’s representative to Somalia, Dr. Humphrey Karamagi, in Mogadishu on November 1, 2026, to discuss health cooperation and WHO’s support for the country.

The meeting focused on WHO’s work in Somalia, including Ebola preparedness, malaria control and the delivery of health services to rural communities.

Nadaara commended the organization’s efforts and welcomed its plans to expand its operations in Somalia. He also stressed the importance of continued international support for strengthening the country’s health system.

Karamagi praised cooperation between WHO, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Ministry of Health, and highlighted the importance of coordination between the organization and government agencies.

The two officials agreed to strengthen their cooperation to improve health services and increase Somalia’s capacity to respond to public health risks and emergencies.