The Commissioner of the Somali Disaster Management Agency (SoDMA), Mr. Mahmoud Moallim Abdulle, today inaugurated a National Media Consultation attended by representatives of state-owned and local media organizations. The meeting focused on strengthening media collaboration to support Super El Niño 2026 early warning preparedness and enhance public awareness.

The consultation was also attended by Dr. Mohamed Saney Dalmar, Director General of the Ministry of Labour and Social Affairs, and the Head of the National Climate Fund at the Ministry of Finance.

In his opening remarks, Commissioner Mahmoud Moallim Abdulle emphasized that the media is the backbone of effective early warning communication. He called for stronger collaboration among government institutions, humanitarian partners, and media organizations to enhance preparedness for Super El Niño 2026 and ensure that communities receive timely, accurate, and reliable information.

During the consultation, participants reviewed the latest climate forecasts and early warning information related to Super El Niño 2026. They underscored the importance of disseminating early warning messages, strengthening coordination between the media and government institutions, and improving public preparedness to reduce the anticipated impacts of the forecast hazards.

The consultation concluded with the issuance of a press communiqué reaffirming the importance of early warning preparedness for Super El Niño 2026. Participants agreed to strengthen cooperation among government institutions, media organizations, and development partners to ensure the timely dissemination of accurate information and minimize the risks posed by the anticipated climate event.