Somalia’s displacement crisis, driven by climate-related factors like droughts, floods, and environmental degradation, is indeed dire.

Khadija Mohamed Al-Makhzoumi, the Minister of Environment and Climate Change, said that the impact of climate change has displaced millions of people in Somalia.

She said this on Thursday while addressing High Level Climate Mobility Summit in New York..

The summit was part of the 79th United Nations General Assembly (UNGA79).

With over 4 million Somalis displaced, building resilience is critical to protecting vulnerable populations.

The government, in collaboration with international partners, is working to enhance climate resilience through measures such as sustainable agriculture, better water management, and humanitarian aid for displaced communities.

Investment in infrastructure, early warning systems, and local capacity building will also be vital in mitigating future displacement and ensuring long-term stability.

These efforts are key to safeguarding livelihoods and supporting those most affected by climate change.