The agency officially launched the first phase of food distributions in both towns, targeting vulnerable and low-income households struggling with the effects of recurring drought, rising food prices, and declining livelihoods.

SoDMA said the initiative forms part of its nationwide relief programme aimed at supporting communities facing acute humanitarian needs, with priority given to families most severely affected by climate-related shocks.

The launch of the Abudwak distribution was attended by Member of Parliament Raysal Qorane, SoDMA Commissioner Mahmoud Moallin Abdulle, Galmudug Minister for Humanitarian Affairs and Disaster Management Abdirahman Makawi, and officials from the Abudwak district administration.

The agency said food distributions in Beledweyne, the capital of Hiiraan, also began on Sunday and will continue over the coming days to reach additional beneficiaries.

SoDMA officials reaffirmed the agency’s commitment to expanding humanitarian assistance across Somalia, emphasizing that it will continue working closely with federal member states and humanitarian partners to deliver timely relief to drought-affected communities.

They said strengthening emergency response efforts remains essential as climate-related disasters continue to place millions of Somalis at risk of food insecurity.

Large parts of central Somalia, including Galgaduud and Hiiraan, have endured repeated drought cycles in recent years, leaving many pastoralist and farming communities struggling with water shortages, livestock losses, and reduced agricultural production.

Humanitarian agencies continue to warn that prolonged dry conditions, coupled with economic pressures, have increased the number of people requiring emergency food assistance across the country.

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A demonstration led by local forces, women, and youth took place in Abudwak, while clashes erupted at two hotels where members of the disputed Electoral Commission were staying.

Locals told KAAB TV that clan militias have entered the town, and tensions remain high.

Local men and women gathered in the town’s centre on Tuesday as the denounced the registration process which was set to begin in Abudwak.

Daud Mohamed, a member of the Abudwak youth, said protests might continue in the coming days, and there is growing concern that the situation could escalate into violence.

Other parts of Galmudug have also rejected similar voter registration efforts, with residents of Abudwak stating they do not want to participate in what they call a controversial federal-led process.

Opposition politicians said the people of Abudwak have been denied development projects and have no meaningful role in the electoral process, which has led them to reject it.

They accused President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud of trying to subjugate the people of Galgadud by enforcing a unilateral electoral process controlled by himself.

“No election dictated by a single politician should be allowed. This is the position supported by the Somali Salvation Forum,” said Mohamed Adan Kofi, a presidential candidate for the Galmudug region.

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