United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) has launched a seven-year climate-resilient agriculture project called “Ugbaad” in Somalia.

  • The name of the project is “Ugbaad”, which means a symbol of hope.
  • An investment of $95 million has been made in this project.
  • The project will help to tackle the challenges of climate change and strengthen agri-food systems through large-scale investments.
  • Its objectives:
    • To combat challenges posed by climate change
    • To restore productive landscapes
    • To empower vulnerable local communities
  • The project was approved in October 2024.
  • The agriculture sector in Somalia is the main economic activity for an estimated 65 percent of the population.
  • This makes the project important for the country.

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