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WHO Somalia retweeted
Check out the latest @WHOEMRO Health Emergencies Communications Digest (16–29 October 2026), highlighting Sudan’s polio vaccination campaign targeting 11 million children, efforts to strengthen health services in Somalia, expand access to care in Afghanistan, and sustain lifesaving treatment in Yemen, Syria and Lebanon.
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In Garowe, @WHOSom Representative Dr. @karamagih met with the Global Health Alliance mission team to discuss digital health, technical collaboration, and the Somali diaspora’s contribution to Somalia’s health system. @WHOEMRO @MOHPuntland @MoH_Somalia
GHA shared its experience supporting health services in Puntland over the past three years, including medical equipment, volunteer-based support, and digital tools designed to assist clinical care in resource-limited settings. @WHOEMRO @MOHPuntland @MoH_Somalia
Discussions explored digital clinical decision-support tools for pediatric care and the importance of aligning these solutions with Ministry of Health priorities and national treatment guidelines while building local capacity for long-term sustainability. @WHOEMRO @MOHPuntland
“Despite many challenges, our colleagues in Garowe continue to deliver important work to support the health of communities in Puntland. I commend their resilience and commitment and reaffirm our support for their work and the communities we serve.”
Dr. @karamagih
@WHOSom Rep.
.@WHOSom Rep. Dr. @karamagih met with WHO Somalia staff for an introduction and to hear their perspectives on program delivery, operational challenges, and health priorities in Puntland, Somalia.
The discussions highlighted the importance of maintaining emergency preparedness, building sustainable health systems, strengthening collaboration with health authorities and partners, and documenting the results of WHO’s work. @WHOEMRO @UNinSomalia
Dr. @karamagih also highlighted the value of prioritizing resources where they can deliver the greatest public health impact while supporting staff development, teamwork, and stronger collaboration between field offices and the Ministry of Health. @WHOEMRO
WHO Somalia retweeted
What a day celebrating #WorldPolioDay with Rotarians in Cairo!
From its extraordinary ancient monuments to its remarkable achievements in public health, #Egypt has shown what generations of determination can accomplish. Egypt eliminated polio over two decades ago. Together, we can achieve the same worldwide.
A huge thank you to @Rotary for its unwavering commitment to ending polio and for the incredible energy and passion at today's @EndPolioNow Carnival!
Together, we can #EndPolio!
.@MOHPuntland's Minister, H.E. @FaroleJr, & @WHOSom Rep., Dr. @karamagih, visited Garowe General Hospital & the Puntland State Public Health Reference Laboratory to review essential health services, diagnostic capacity, and disease surveillance.
With flooding from heavy rains affecting parts of Puntland, timely disease detection and health emergency preparedness are critical to identifying and responding to potential outbreaks. @WHOEMRO @MOHPuntland @FaroleJr
The @MOHPuntland, @WHOSom & health partners have stepped up preparedness and response efforts, building on planning for potential outbreaks associated with flooding and El Niño-related weather conditions. @WHOEMRO @MoH_Somalia @FaroleJr
“Identifying Puntland’s priority health threats will help us close preparedness gaps, respond more effectively to disease outbreaks, droughts, and floods, and deliver a timely response when emergencies arise," said the @karamagih @WHOSom Rep. in Somalia.
“Understanding the risks we face is essential to protecting our communities. With WHO’s technical support, this initiative will strengthen Puntland’s preparedness and help us respond more effectively to emergencies,” said HE @FaroleJr, Minister of @MOHPuntland.
.@MOHPuntland's Minister of Health, HE @FaroleJr, together with @WHOSom’s Representative Dr @karamagih, launched today a 3-day All-Hazards Health Risk Profiling Workshop in Garowe. #PuntlandSomalia #HealthEmergency #Preparedness
Using WHO’s STAR methodology, the exercise aims to turn risk information into practical action, helping Puntland anticipate health emergencies, strengthen readiness, and respond faster.
#Puntland #HealthEmergency #Preparedness
WHO Somalia retweeted
A warm welcome in Garowe marked my first visit to a Federal Member State of Somalia as @WHOSom Representative. I am grateful to Puntland’s Minister of Health, H.E. @FaroleJr, and the Ministry of Health team for their warm welcome and constructive engagement.
Today our discussions focused on strengthening health systems, building the Ministry’s capacity, and advancing shared health priorities to improve health outcomes for communities across Puntland. Working closely with Federal Member State of Somalia health authorities is essential to building resilient health systems and delivering better health outcomes for all. @MOHPuntland @WHOSom
WHO Somalia retweeted
I welcomed a @WHOSom delegation led by Dr. Humphrey @karamagih , WHO Representative in Somalia, to my office.
We discussed strengthening cooperation on disease prevention, outbreak preparedness and response, including Ebola, and improving coordination to address public health emergencies.
I thank WHO for its continued partnership and support to Puntland’s health sector. #Somalia
.@WHOSom @karamagih paid a courtesy visit to the Minister of @MOHPuntland, HE @FaroleJr. Discussions focused on strengthening health systems, aligning health priorities with Puntland’s development agenda, and reaffirming WHO’s long-standing partnership with Puntland. @WHOEMRO
