MOGADISHU, Somalia — A new health policy review has highlighted the need for Somalia to strengthen its healthcare system and transition from repeated emergency responses toward long-term health-system resilience.

Published on September 1, 2026, the review examines Somalia’s health-system development from 1991 to 2026 and identifies key priorities including primary healthcare, community health workers, health financing and climate-health preparedness.

The review comes as Somalia continues to face major healthcare challenges linked to conflict, displacement, climate shocks and infectious diseases.

Researchers argue that strengthening frontline health services can help Somalia respond more effectively to emergencies while also improving routine healthcare for communities.

Community health workers are identified as an important part of the country’s healthcare resilience, particularly because they can connect vulnerable communities with essential health services.

The review also points to the importance of sustainable health financing and stronger institutions to reduce dependence on short-term emergency interventions.

For Somalia, building a more resilient system could improve the country's ability to respond to droughts, disease outbreaks and other health emergencies while maintaining essential services.

The latest research provides a roadmap for shifting Somalia’s healthcare strategy from crisis response toward stronger, sustainable and community-based health services.