A high-level delegation led by Somaliland’s Minister of Agricultural Development, Hon. Mohamoud Egeh Yousuf, successfully concluded a biannual review meeting for the Somaliland Food Systems Resilience Program (SL-FSRP) in Nairobi. The meeting, held at the prestigious Savora Pan Afric Hotel, evaluated the progress of the World Bank-supported initiative over the past six months and outlined plans for the next phase.
The SL-FSRP, a collaborative effort involving Somaliland’s Ministries of Agriculture, Livestock, and Environment and Climate Change, aims to bolster food security and resilience in the region. The consultative session brought together key stakeholders, including the SL-FSRP Project Coordination Committee and World Bank representatives, to discuss achievements and future strategies.
In his address, Minister Yousuf expressed gratitude to the World Bank for its unwavering support, emphasizing the importance of continued collaboration. “Somaliland’s stability and ability to effectively implement and monitor projects make it a reliable partner for development initiatives like the SL-FSRP,” he stated. He underscored the project’s critical role in advancing agricultural productivity and sustainability in Somaliland.
The meeting was attended by senior World Bank officials from the Nairobi office, including Jeehye Kim, the lead coordinator for the FSRP project. Discussions highlighted the program’s impact on local communities and its alignment with Somaliland’s broader development goals.
The successful conclusion of the review reaffirms Somaliland’s commitment to leveraging international partnerships to strengthen its agricultural sector and ensure long-term food security.