By Shire Abdi - Reporter
Somalia, 22 April 2026 The Banadir regional administration launched an emergency response strategy Wednesday after floods in Mogadishu exposed drainage problems.
The plan was announced during a meeting chaired by Governor Hassan Mohamed Hussein ‘Mungab’, who also serves as mayor of Mogadishu, with members of the rainy season emergency committee and representatives of private companies involved in road construction.
Officials said the strategy focuses on clearing drainage systems, reinforcing key roads and improving coordination between government institutions and private sector partners to respond more effectively to heavy rains.
The move comes after rainfall on Monday caused flooding in parts of the capital, although no casualties or major losses were reported.
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The response also follows concerns raised by Somali engineers about Mogadishu's weak drainage infrastructure following an assessment of the city's drainage system.
Regional forecasts from the IGAD Climate Prediction and Applications Centre (ICPAC) indicate rainfall variability across the Horn of Africa between April 21 and 28, with parts of southern Somalia expected to receive above-average precipitation.
Seasonal rains in Mogadishu have historically caused flooding that disrupts transport and affects low-lying neighborhoods, particularly in areas with limited drainage systems.
Mungab urged relevant institutions to intensify coordination and fully implement preparedness measures to protect residents and key infrastructure.