The Somalia Humanitarian Response Plan (HRP) 2024 highlights the dire situation with 6.9 million people requiring aid, exacerbated by recent floods from El Niño affecting 2.4 million and leading to an Acute Watery Diarrhea (AWD)/Cholera outbreak. Women and girls are disproportionately affected due to their domestic roles and limited access to Sexual and Reproductive Health (SRH) and Gender-Based Violence (GBV) services, contributing to high maternal and infant mortality rates. Anticipating the upcoming Gu floods, forecasted to have above-average impact, the Somalia humanitarian community is urged to strengthen readiness and Anticipatory Action. The government has declared a state of emergency, seeking international assistance, and initiatives like positioning boats are underway to aid transportation of essential supplies, particularly prioritizing the safety of women and girls. UNFPA remains vigilant in monitoring these crises' impact, particularly on vulnerable groups like pregnant and lactating mothers.
