Somalia’s Ministry of Health and Qatar Charity signed a cooperation agreement on Friday to implement 39 healthcare projects valued at more than $1.46 million, with the initiatives expected to benefit over 36,000 people across Somalia during 2026.

The agreement was signed in Mogadishu during a ceremony attended by Somalia’s Minister of Health, Dr. Ali Haji Adam, Qatar’s Deputy Ambassador to Somalia, senior federal government officials, and representatives of Qatar Charity.

The projects will focus on the treatment of malnutrition, pediatric cardiac care, cataract surgeries, chronic disease treatment, and the expansion of maternal and child healthcare services in vulnerable communities.

Speaking at the signing ceremony, Qatar Charity’s Global Development Operations Director, Ibrahim Al Janahi, said the organization remains committed to strengthening Somalia’s healthcare system through targeted humanitarian investments.

“During 2026, Qatar Charity has allocated more than 5.3 million Qatari riyals to implement 39 health projects that will, God willing, benefit more than 36,000 people across Somalia. We remain committed to expanding access to quality healthcare and supporting the country’s most vulnerable communities through sustainable medical programmes,” Al Janahi said.

He added that Qatar Charity would continue launching specialized health initiatives in partnership with Somali authorities to improve healthcare services and strengthen the country’s medical infrastructure.

Somalia’s Minister of Health, Dr. Ali Haji Adam, welcomed the agreement and praised both Qatar Charity and the Government of Qatar for their continued support to Somalia’s health sector.

“Somalia’s health sector is passing through a difficult period as international health funding has declined significantly. Qatar Charity has become an essential partner in helping us achieve our healthcare priorities through investments in lifesaving services, maternal and child health, and specialized medical treatment,” the minister said.

Dr. Ali noted that Qatar Charity has previously financed pediatric heart surgeries, cataract operations, and the construction of maternal and child health centers, saying the projects have contributed to improving healthcare services and reducing maternal and child mortality.

He also praised Qatar’s long-standing partnership with Somalia, noting that its humanitarian assistance has remained consistent despite political changes in the country.

“The State of Qatar has stood by Somalia for many years, and we highly value this continued partnership. We look forward to expanding our cooperation so that more Somalis can benefit from quality healthcare services in the years ahead,” he added.

The agreement comes as Somalia seeks to strengthen its healthcare system amid declining international donor funding and increasing demand for essential medical services.

Government officials say partnerships with humanitarian organizations such as Qatar Charity remain critical to expanding healthcare access and improving health outcomes nationwide.