By Bakar Osman - Reporter
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MOGADISHU, 19 October 2026 Somalia’s Minister of Health and Social Care, Dr. Ali Haji Adam, on Monday opened a national health sector coordination and Joint Annual Review (JAR) meeting in Mogadishu.
The meeting brought together State Minister Dr. Maryama Mohamed Hussein, officials from regional state health ministries, directors and administrators of public hospitals, and international partners supporting Somalia’s health sector.
Discussions focused on implementation of the National Health Plan, a review of ongoing health programmes and efforts to strengthen coordination among government institutions and development partners.
Participants also examined achievements, persistent challenges and opportunities to expand access to quality healthcare services across Somalia, with an emphasis on ensuring equitable access.
The minister stressed the importance of stronger collaboration among stakeholders, highlighting the need to translate national health priorities into services that respond to the needs of the Somali population.
The review is part of broader efforts by the ministry to strengthen cooperation between the federal government, regional administrations and international partners to improve Somalia’s healthcare system.