Somali Network
Newsletter | November 2025

SUMMARY
This short briefing highlights key humanitarian, security and economic developments in Somalia, with suggested parliamentary actions to support stability, development and the Somali diaspora.

KEY UPDATES – HUMANITARIAN SITUATION
• 3.4 million people face high food insecurity due to severe drought.
• 1.9 million children under five are at risk of severe malnutrition.
• UN Humanitarian Response Plan only 22% funded.

SECURITY AND STABILITY
• Somali National Army operations in Lower Shabelle rescued civilians and disrupted Al‑Shabaab networks.
• 220 precision airstrikes reported since February 2025 with international support.

ECONOMY AND CONNECTIVITY
• Tourism rose by 50% in 2024 (approx. 10,000 visitors).
• New eVisa (Sept 2025) and Electronic Travel Authorisation (from 27 Nov 2025).

ENERGY AND INVESTMENT
• TGS extended partnership with the Somali Petroleum Authority, supporting offshore energy development.

WHAT MPs CAN DO – PARLIAMENTARY ENGAGEMENT
• Raise Somalia during Oral or Written Questions.
• Encourage UK leadership on drought response and stabilisation.

CONSTITUENCY ENGAGEMENT
• Engage with Somali diaspora organisations.
• Attend Somalia-focused APPG and parliamentary events.

SUGGESTED PARLIAMENTARY QUESTIONS – ORAL
• What steps is the FCDO taking to address drought and food insecurity?
• How is the UK supporting Somali security forces while ensuring civilian protection?

WRITTEN PARLIAMENTARY QUESTIONS
• What proportion of the UN Humanitarian Response Plan has the UK funded in 2025?
• What assessment has been made of Somalia’s new ETA system on UK‑Somali families?

PARLIAMENTARY DIARY
• Parliamentary launch of Labour Friends of Somalia

Date: Wednesday, 14th January 2026 Time: 1:00 PM

Location: Jubilee Room, House of Commons, London SW1A 0AA

ABOUT THE SOMALIA NETWORK
The Somalia Network is a group of young British Somalis working to accelerate Somalia’s development by linking governments, NGOs and the Somali diaspora.

Contact: info@somalinetwork.org.uk

Gallery

Snapshots from Somalia’s heart and soul

A vibrant street market in Mogadishu bustling with colorful fabrics and fresh produce under a bright blue sky.
A vibrant street market in Mogadishu bustling with colorful fabrics and fresh produce under a bright blue sky.
Fishermen casting nets along Somalia’s turquoise coastline at dawn, with traditional boats silhouetted against the rising sun.
Fishermen casting nets along Somalia’s turquoise coastline at dawn, with traditional boats silhouetted against the rising sun.
Children playing joyfully in a dusty village square, framed by blue-painted walls reflecting the colors of the Somali flag.
Children playing joyfully in a dusty village square, framed by blue-painted walls reflecting the colors of the Somali flag.
A panoramic view of the ancient ruins near Laas Geel, bathed in golden afternoon light with clear blue skies overhead.
A panoramic view of the ancient ruins near Laas Geel, bathed in golden afternoon light with clear blue skies overhead.
A close-up of a Somali artisan weaving a traditional basket, hands skillfully intertwining natural fibers dyed in shades of blue.
A close-up of a Somali artisan weaving a traditional basket, hands skillfully intertwining natural fibers dyed in shades of blue.
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