Deadline: 06-Jan-2026
UNICEF Somalia is implementing the Promoting Child Development and Survival Programme in the Nugaal and Bari regions to deliver integrated outcomes across Health, Nutrition, and WASH. The programme aims to improve child and maternal health, prevent malnutrition, ensure access to safe water and sanitation, and strengthen resilient, climate-smart systems by 2030.
Advancing Health, Nutrition, and WASH Outcomes
The UNICEF Promoting Child Development and Survival Programme operates in Gobolka Nugaal and Gobolka Bari to address the root causes of child morbidity and mortality. The initiative integrates health, nutrition, and WASH interventions to deliver equitable, high-quality services to vulnerable populations in Somalia.
Programme Focus Areas
1. Health
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Adolescent Health: Sexual and reproductive health services
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Child Health: Immunization, primary care, and preventive services
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Maternal and Newborn Health: Skilled birth attendance, emergency obstetric care, and reproductive health services
2. Nutrition
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Infant and Young Child Feeding: Promotion of safe feeding practices
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Malnutrition Prevention and Treatment: Screening and treatment of wasting
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Nutrition in Emergencies: Support for food security and access to nutritional interventions
3. WASH and Environment
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Basic Sanitation and Hygiene: Access to safe and sustainable facilities
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WASH in Emergencies: Provision of water, sanitation, and hygiene during crises
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Water Services: Climate-resilient, safe, and affordable water supply
Programme Objectives
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Strengthen systems and infrastructure to deliver integrated services
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Promote inclusive innovations to reach the most vulnerable populations
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Ensure equitable access to primary health, immunization, and nutrition services
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Enhance climate-resilient water, sanitation, and hygiene services
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Contribute to national goals for child well-being by 2030
Key Targets for 2026–2027
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Skilled birth attendance for 20,000 pregnant women
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1 million OPD consultations provided
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907,485 children vaccinated against polio
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80% immunization coverage for children and adolescents
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607,485 children receiving DTP-containing vaccines
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First-line anti-malaria treatment for 90% of positive cases
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Early stimulation and nurturing care for 20,000 children under five
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Large-scale First Food initiatives
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Nutrition interventions for stunting prevention and wasting treatment
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Micronutrient supplementation for adolescent girls and women
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Expanded access to sustainable, climate-resilient WASH, health, and education infrastructure
Implementation Approach
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Integrated service delivery across Health, Nutrition, and WASH
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Strengthening health and multi-sectoral systems
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Promotion of equity, inclusion, and resilience in services
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Collaboration with government and community partners to ensure sustainability
Why This Programme Matters
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Reduces child and maternal morbidity and mortality
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Builds resilient, climate-smart health and WASH systems
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Enhances nutrition security for women, children, and adolescents
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Supports inclusive and equitable access to essential services in vulnerable communities
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Contributes to national and global SDG targets related to health, nutrition, and WASH
Tips for Stakeholders and Partners
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Prioritize integrated, multi-sectoral interventions
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Engage community leaders and local authorities for sustainability
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Track impact using robust monitoring and evaluation systems
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Ensure climate-resilient and context-appropriate solutions for WASH and health infrastructure
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
1. Which regions in Somalia are covered?
Nugaal and Bari regions.
2. What are the main focus areas?
Health, Nutrition, and WASH (Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene).
3. Who benefits from the programme?
Children under five, adolescents, pregnant and breastfeeding women, caregivers, and vulnerable populations.
4. What are the health targets for 2026–2027?
Skilled birth attendance, OPD consultations, polio vaccination, DTP immunization, and malaria treatment coverage.
5. What nutrition interventions are included?
Infant and young child feeding, stunting prevention, wasting treatment, micronutrient supplementation, and First Food initiatives.
6. How does the programme address WASH challenges?
By providing sustainable, climate-resilient water and sanitation services, promoting safe hygiene practices, and delivering WASH interventions during emergencies.
7. How does UNICEF ensure programme impact?
Through integrated service delivery, system strengthening, inclusive innovations, and monitoring against national and SDG targets.
Conclusion
The UNICEF Promoting Child Development and Survival Programme provides a holistic, equity-driven, and climate-resilient approach to improving child and maternal health, nutrition, and WASH outcomes in Somalia. By integrating services and strengthening systems, the programme contributes to long-term child well-being, national health resilience, and sustainable development goals.
For more information, visit UN Partner Portal.