UN Calls for $1.42 Billion to Address Somalia’s Humanitarian Needs in 2025
The United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA) has announced a funding appeal of $1.42 billion to support its 2025 Humanitarian Response Plan for Somalia. The funds aim to assist 4.6 million people, prioritizing life-saving aid for the most vulnerable groups, including women, the elderly, and minorities.
In its statement, OCHA estimated that 5.98 million Somalis will require humanitarian assistance in 2025, marking a 13% decrease compared to 2024. However, the risks remain significant, with drought and ongoing conflicts expected to drive new waves of displacement. Conflicts alone are predicted to account for 53% of new displacement cases.
The response plan includes emergency measures to address anticipated risks that could rapidly worsen humanitarian needs.
Somalia has faced prolonged security crises for years, leading to widespread displacement. According to the Internal Displacement Monitoring Centre, 3.9 million people were internally displaced in Somalia by the end of 2023. Climate change impacts, particularly droughts and floods driven by El Niño, have forced 1.7 million people from their homes, severely affecting livelihoods and increasing the risk of food insecurity.
The UN’s appeal underscores the urgency of addressing these interconnected challenges to prevent further humanitarian deterioration in Somalia.
