Somalia Mourns Health Pioneer Dr. Mohamed Yusuf Hassan as President Offers Condolences

GOOBJOOG NEWS | MOGADISHU: Somalia is mourning the loss of Dr. Mohamed Yusuf Hassan, a distinguished leader in the country’s health sector, whose passing in Mogadishu marks the end of a lifetime dedicated to public service.

President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud expressed his heartfelt condolences, honoring Dr. Mohamed’s invaluable contributions as the Chairman of the National Health Professionals Council (NHPC).

“Dr. Mohamed Yusuf Hassan was a pillar of our health sector, tirelessly working to save lives, train skilled professionals, and build a stronger healthcare system for Somalia,” President Mohamud said in his statement.

Dr. Mohamed’s legacy is deeply intertwined with Somalia’s healthcare progress. His leadership played a crucial role in strengthening medical education, guiding professionals, and ensuring access to quality healthcare, even in the country’s most challenging times.

Reflecting on his impact, President Mohamud highlighted Dr. Mohamed’s role in shaping Somalia’s health policies and institutions. “He stood by his country in difficult times, providing expertise and leadership that will continue to inspire generations,” he added.

The President concluded his tribute with prayers, asking Allah to grant Dr. Mohamed eternal peace and to give strength to his grieving family, colleagues, and the Somali people.

Dr. Mohamed Yusuf Hassan’s passing is a profound loss for Somalia, but his contributions will live on through the health professionals he mentored and the systems he helped build. As the nation mourns, Somalia reaffirms its commitment to advancing healthcare—a cause to which Dr. Mohamed dedicated his life.