Somali Parliament Approves Law Establishing National Meteorological and Climate Services Agency. Mogadishu, Somalia — The House of the People of the Federal Parliament of Somalia has approved the law establishing the National Meteorological and Climate Services Agency, according to the state news agency SONNA. This legislative milestone aims to bolster Somalia’s ability to tackle climate change and improve disaster preparedness.
The Minister of Environment and Climate Change, Major General Bashiir Mohamed Jaamac, expressed his gratitude to the House of the People for passing the legislation and thanked the World Meteorological Organization (WMO) for its technical support. Dr. Guleid Abdiqadir Artan, Somalia’s Permanent Representative to the WMO, played a key role in facilitating the adoption of the law.
The new agency will serve as a national institution responsible for weather forecasting, climate monitoring, and providing scientific data to support evidence — based development planning. It is expected to play a crucial role in supporting the livelihoods of farmers, pastoralists, and fishers, helping communities across Somalia better prepare for and respond to climate-related challenges.
The establishment of the National Meteorological and Climate Services Agency aligns with global trends to strengthen early warning systems and climate services, particularly in agriculture and disaster risk management.
Somalia’s existing Disaster Management Agency (SoDMA) coordinates disaster risk management but has faced challenges in integrating meteorological and climate data functions across various agencies. Government officials and analysts emphasize the importance of clarifying mandates and coordination between SoDMA and the new meteorological agency, along with ensuring sustainable financing and data infrastructure.
Without this, the agency’s effectiveness may be limited.
Further details regarding the law’s implementation and its impact on Somalia’s climate resilience are expected in the coming days.
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Source: sonna.
*Additional reporting by ImNews | Sources consulted: 4*
