How did Nasra turn the need for menstrual pads among Somali girls into a business opportunity?

Are you a woman journalist or media professional in Somalia? SOMWA is registering women in the media sector to build a national database. Your voice matters. Register today! 📢#somwa

How can business exhibitions like Som Souk Expo create new opportunities for Mogadishu’s business owners? The story explores the potential benefits of showcasing products, attracting customers and building business connections.

Somali boxer Xasan Anwar is representing Somalia at the Youth Olympic Games in Dakar, Senegal.

What do people in Mogadishu say about the sharing of explicit videos?

One hundred Somali young people gathered in Mogadishu to discuss the impact of climate change, the challenges it poses to communities, and the solutions proposed by young people

Would you allow your wife to work, or would you refuse? This is the question we asked some men living in Mogadishu.

𝗧𝘂𝗿𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗘𝗹 𝗡𝗶ñ𝗼 𝗪𝗮𝗿𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴𝘀 𝗶𝗻𝘁𝗼 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗔𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻! SWECC brings women, media, civil society, and communities together to strengthen climate awareness, preparedness, and action. 📅 1 October 2026 @Somwecc

10 young Somali women have begun four-month journalism internships across six media organisations, gaining hands-on experience in reporting and media production. Read more 👇 bilan-media.com/blog/10-youn…

Female genital mutilation and child marriage were the focus of a discussion in Mogadishu, highlighting the harmful practices affecting Somali girls and the need for greater protection and awareness. facebook.com/share/v/1FH1qEm…

Rising fuel prices are putting vulnerable children at greater risk. 💔 Here’s what’s happening 👇🏾🎥 vt.tiktok.com/ZSVVCbgJc/

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Some parents and community members we interviewed said smartphones and digital screens are affecting children by reducing their interest in learning, outdoor play, and spending quality time with their families.

What are the health risks of child marriage, especially during pregnancy and childbirth? This report explores how early marriage can lead to life-threatening complications, maternal deaths, and long-term health problems for young girls.

Faadumo Cabdi Isxaaq, a Somali nutrition graduate, is transforming locally available foods into healthy products and practical nutrition solutions that benefit communities and promote better health

Twenty young volunteers have stepped forward to support underprivileged students, helping them continue their education through mentorship, resources, and community-driven assistance.

Mogadishu marked the International Drowning Prevention Day for the first time, bringing together government officials, partners, and communities to raise awareness about water safety and promote measures to prevent drowning.

Online shopping has made buying goods easier, but many customers still face challenges such as poor customer service, weak communication, delayed deliveries, and unfulfilled promises from online sellers.

UNDP Somalia invites eligible CSOs to apply for Low-Value Grants to implement impactful community projects across Somalia. 🔗 Apply now: go.undp.org/prF EU-funded grants for Somali NGOs under the Bilan Project, implemented by UNDP Somalia.

A mother living with a disability is using TikTok to earn an income, support her family, and inspire other women with disabilities to pursue opportunities and become financially independent.