In the 1st quarter of 2025, Somalia is experiencing severe drought conditions due to the poor performance of the 2024 Deyr rains. These conditions have led to critical water shortages and escalating WASH humanitarian needs. bit.ly/3F16k7I

Somalia WASH Cluster Humanitarian Dashboard as of 28 February 2025 is out. Read the details by following this link: bit.ly/3FC9wqs

With support from SHF, International Medical Corps has successfully drilled a borehole in Buulaley village, 40km west of Galkacyo South District, improving access to clean water for the community. #WASH #HumanitarianAid.

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Farlibax community is facing severe shortages of safe🚰as drought dries up their only sources—shallow wells in an ephemeral riverbed. This unreliable & unsafe🚰supply is putting lives at risk. Immediate action is needed! @WASH Cluster partners, Ministry of Energy and Water Resources Somalia —your support is critical!

🇸🇴is facing a severe💧crisis due to consecutive below-average rainy seasons. The Deyr 2024 rains were erratic, leaving several states face acute water shortages. Groundwater levels are declining, impacting rural communities dependent on shallow wells. bit.ly/4hDNTDK

💧In Adale, #Galmudug, Ministry of Energy and Water Resources Galmudug has brought safe water closer to home for residents in this remote area, easing the burden on families and improving daily life for children and caregivers.

125K+ people in Jubaland affected by severe drought & critical water shortages—esp. in Afmadow, Badhahdhe, Luuq, Garbaharey & Kismayo. While recent rains offer short-term relief, long-term WASH solutions are urgently needed. bit.ly/3Z2TKvC #WASH #Somalia #Humanitarian

🚨 Disease Outbreak Alert – Galmudug 🚨 Over 400 suspected AWD/Cholera cases reported in Dhu/mareb, incl. 2 deaths (MoH-GM). Urgent action is needed! A joint MoH-GM, OCHA Somalia & WASH Cluster team visited Dayax Hospital to assess needs. Urgent priorities: Cholera Treatment Center.

🚨 Disease Outbreak Alert – Galmudug 🚨: Surging cases of AWD, measles & malaria due to poor WASH conditions & stagnant floodwaters. WASH Cluster + MoH have launched urgent response: Water chlorination, hygiene promotion, hygiene kit distribution, Disease surveillance. Stay safe.

🚨 Flash floods on 15 Apr displaced 80+ HHs in #MareerGuur & affected 500+ in #Dhuusamareeb. Damage to schools, WASH facilities & rising health risks. 🗓️On 18 May, Galmudug Health hosted a joint WASH-Health Cluster mtg with partners & #UNOCHA to align response.

📢 New: Galmudug WASH Humanitarian Updates now available! 🔍 Covers key findings from the recent field mission, incl. disease outbreaks & public health risks after Gu rains & flash floods. 📄 Read more: bit.ly/3Shf9h7 #Somalia #WASH #HumanitarianResponse

🚨 As of May, #WASH partners in #Somalia reached: 🚰 311K with emergency water 💧532K with sustainable water access 🚽 149K with improved sanitation 🧼 627K with hygiene kits & promotion Efforts continue amid growing WASH humanitarian needs. #HumanitarianResponse

💦 Water for life in Salamay Idaale! Through the #SomJR project, GREDO SOMALIA with support from the dutchrelief and in collaboration with Oxfam Somali has rehabilitated a vital shallow well in Baidoa,Somalia. From deepening and desilting to installing an AFRIDEV hand pump and

🚨 #Somalia WASH Cluster– Mid-2025 Update 🚨 Only 6.6% of the 2025 WASH plan funded. 💧1.3M people reached ✅ 760K+ with sustainable water ✅ 330K emergency water ✅ 265K sanitation ✅ 785K hygiene support Funding gaps worsening the humanitarian crisis. 📢 Urgent support needed!

🚨Drought-Driven Water Crisis in Northern #Somalia: Thousands displaced as water points dry up & prices soar. Many boreholes and Shallow wells are non-functional due to overuse & climate impacts. Urgent repairs, storage upgrades needed NOW. bit.ly/45xVQ9g

🚨 Increased water shortages reported across parts of #Somalia, with northern regions among the hardest hit. Communities face dwindling supplies, rising costs, and growing pressure on scarce resources. Urgent action needed to protect lives & livelihoods. 💧 #WaterCrisis #Somalia

A rehabilitated well in Baidoa is now serving 500+ households in Salamay Idaale, supported by GREDO SOMALIA and Oxfam Somali under the SOMJR project.