#Baidoa, Aug 18, 2026: The State Minister and Deputy Minister of the South West State Ministry of Health visited patients injured in yesterday’s conflict at Bayhaaw and Baidoa General Hospitals, aiming to assess their conditions and ensure they receive appropriate medical care.

#SWS Minister of Health, H.E. Abdulqadir Sharif Sheikhuna Maye, received a high-level #ICRC delegation to discuss strengthening health-sector cooperation and advancing priority initiatives to improve #healthcare services across South West State. #ICRC #Health #SouthWestState

The Minister of Health hosted a delegation from @CareDernegi to strengthen cooperation on free healthcare services. Bay Regional Hospital will host a six-day medical mission providing eye surgeries, specialized surgeries, health screenings, and other essential services. 🇸🇴🇹🇷

H.E. Abdulkadir Shariif Sheikhuna Maye was warmly welcomed at an official reception following his appointment as Minister of @MoH_SWSS. Wishing H.E. every success in leading efforts to strengthen healthcare services and improve the well-being of communities across the SWS.

Today H.E. Abdulkadir Shariif Sheikhuna Maye, Minister of Health, received a @unicefsomalia delegation led by Jill Lawrer. The meeting focused on strengthening collaboration between the Ministry and UNICEF & advancing joint efforts to enhance healthcare services for communities.

Today in Baidoa, H.E. Abdulkadir Shariif Sheikhuna Maye officially assumed office as Minister of @MoH_SWSS following a formal handover ceremony. Congratulations to H.E. the Minister, and best wishes for success in advancing healthcare across the Southwest State of Somalia.

@MoH_SWSS participated in the ABC Meeting in Burhakaba district with @MoewrSws @unicefsomalia, @UNOCHA, & partners. The meeting focused on priority needs, coordination of humanitarian response, and strengthening health, nutrition & WASH services for vulnerable communities.

A joint mission led by the @MoH_SWSS, with the @MoewrSws and @unicefsomalia is underway in Burhakaba district. The team is assessing health, nutrition, WASH services by visiting health facilities, IDP sites and water points to identify key needs and strengthen service delivery.

#MoH conducted a two days of training on Life-Saving Emergency Obstetric and Neonatal Care with Psychosocial Support for Pregnant , in collaboration with #IHRO and with support from #Diakonia, completed today. #MaternalHealth #MoH #IHRO #Diakonia

#Daawo:-Kalmadda Wasiirka wasaaradda Caafimaadka DKGS mudane Said Ahmed Ali ee ku aaddan shir heersare ah oo dowladda iyo deeq-bixiyayaasha caalamka ay ku kulmeen, loogane hadlay helidda maalgelin waarta oo lagu hormarinaayo adeegyada asaasiga ah ee caafimaadka, Soomaaliya.

Dr. Ibrahim Adam Ali DG of @MoH_SWSS, chaired a consultative meeting in Baydhabo to review 2025 nutrition performance and set 2026 priorities, highlighting data-driven planning, coordination, and anticipatory action.

On October 27, the Council of Ministers, SWSS, led by President @Laftagareen, has approved by handstand "Law on the Establishment of the Health Professionals Council of the Southwest State of Somalia. The Minister of Health, Mr. Said Ahmed Ali was present. And thanked the council – at Somalia

@MoH_SWSS participated in a coordination meeting held at the Ministry of Planning in Baidoa with @unicefsomalia and its SWSS partner Ministries. The meeting focused on accelerating ongoing joint efforts amid reduced global humanitarian funding. – at Somalia

On 8th October 2025, at the @MOH_SWSS's minister, Mr. Said Ahmed Ali convened a review and discussion meeting on the "Legislative Bill on the Regulation and Licensing of Health Professionals and Health Facilities in Southwest State of Somalia."

Transformational leadership and inclusive decision-making.

The Minister of Health #SWSS Said Ahmed Ali, met with a delegation from @AmoudFoundation to discuss a new partnership focused on improving healthcare services, including the construction and equipping of health facilities across the region.

@MOH_SWSS commemorated World Breastfeeding Week 2025 in Baidoa, highlighting the vital role of breastfeeding in maternal and child health. Minister of Health, Said Ahmed Ali, called for greater awareness raising and collaboration to promote healthy communities.

H.E. Abdiaziz Hassan Mohamed Laftagareen, President of SWSS, officially inaugurated the new MOH office in a ceremony attended by H.E. Ali Haji Adan, Federal Minister of Health, along with senior federal and state officials, traditional leaders, and other distinguished guests.

@MoH_SWSS held its quarterly TB & HIV coordination meeting today. The session focused on progress, challenges, and accelerating efforts to eliminate these deadly diseases aligning with #SDG3 for good health and well-being.

The @MoH_SWSS sends warm wishes to all workers on International #LabourDay especially our dedicated health professionals who selflessly serve our communities every day. #LabourDay #SouthWestState #HealthHeroes