The Early Recovery Project, initiated by the Mandere Relief and Development Organisation (MARDO) and funded by the World Food Programme (WFP), aims to strengthen community resilience in response to recent crises. It focuses on the Hudur and Qansahdhere districts. WFP Somalia

The MARDO Regional Cold Chain Team, in collaboration with UNICEF Somalia, conducted a supervision visit to Bakol Regional Hospital & SOS facility in Hudur. The visit focused on assessing SDD systems, vaccine management & EPI chart use to strengthen immunization delivery.

MARDO Hudur team continues to strengthen nutrition efforts through the BSFP and TSFP programs — supporting children under five & PLWs to combat malnutrition and improve community health to our target beneficiaries. Thanks to funding and support from WFP Somalia

Situation Update: Since the start of the year, Food Security and Nutrition Assessment Unit (FSNAU) IPC Phase classification reports show a steady rise in the number of people facing Phase 4 food insecurity — the emergency level — across the South West State: •Jan–Mar: 72,150

MARDO’s WASH Team joined the #GlobalHandwashingDay event at Abdalle Deerow School in Baidoa with MoH Somalia & MoEWR — promoting proper handwashing practices to prevent diseases and build healthier communities.

The Qulqul restoration area/farm in Wajid is now connected to a reliable water supply system — empowering communities to farm year-round, boost food security, and generate sustainable income. Thanks to funding and support from Action Against Hunger, Somalia #BRCiSIII

MARDO participated in the Community Health Strategy Operational Plan workshop organized by MoH & UNICEF Somalia . The event focused on key priorities like governance, workforce, service delivery & data management—strengthening community health systems in South West State.

MARDO celebrates the 2nd harvest from our ERP smart agricultural farm in Qansaxdhere! The initiative boosts food security, supports income generation, and inspires farmers to adopt vegetable farming & home gardening for sustainable livelihoods. Thanks WFP Somalia

MARDO Hudur team continues daily activities under the Damal Caafimad program across Daryeel and Mandhere sites — delivering essential health & nutrition services to improve community well-being. Thanks to funding and support from Action Against Hunger, Somalia

From dependency to self-reliance. Through the BRCiS III project, MARDO & Action Against Hunger, Somalia rehabilitated the Qulqul shallow well in Wajid, empowering SHG members like Muslimo Hassan to grow crops, earn income & strengthen resilience.

With thanks to funding from KSrelief 🇸🇦, World Food Programme is providing nutrition support to people like Nimco across hotspot districts in Somalia. This nutrition assistance will support children and mothers to help prevent malnutrition.

Under the GFFO project, MARDO’s Health & Nutrition team in Baidoa held a cooking demo promoting the use of locally grown foods to improve children’s nutrition. 396 HHs under the MPCA program joined the session at Wadajir MCH. Thanks to support from World Vision

From farm to market! Our ERP smart agricultural farms in Qansaxdhere are transforming lives — empowering families to grow, harvest, and sell fresh vegetables locally. A true step toward resilience, food security, and self-reliance. Thanks to support from WFP Somalia

MARDO in Qansaxdhere officially handed over 3 berkads & a demo farm to village committees under the Early Recovery Programme. This milestone strengthens community ownership, boosts water access & promotes sustainable livelihoods. Thanks to funding and support from WFP Somalia

MARDO has officially handed over Early Recovery Programme (ERP) activities in Hudur to the community & Water Management Committee, witnessed by local authorities & ministers — a key step toward sustainability, resilience & local ownership. Thanks to support from WFP Somalia

MARDO joins the world in celebrating #WorldChildrensDay — reaffirming our commitment to protecting, empowering & nurturing children across Somalia through our programs.