By Liban Mohamed, reporter
Kampala, Uganda (Somalistandard) -In a recent move, the United Nations has shifted the relief meant for the Sool, Sanaag, and Cayn (SSC) region from Somaliland to Garowe.
According to officials, the decision was made after extensive deliberation and assessment of the current situation on the ground.
For years, Somaliland has been the primary hub for the aid meant for Laasaanod, a city located in the SSC region. However, the UN’s decision to shift the hub to Garowe, the capital city of Puntland, has sparked mixed reactions among aid agencies and local authorities.
According to sources, the decision was made after taking into account the security situation, access to basic amenities, and the prevalence of conflicts in the region.
The UN also considered the lack of resources and infrastructure in the restive Laasaanod, which made it difficult for aid agencies to operate efficiently amid constant artillery shelling and clashes around the city.
However, the decision has also faced criticism from some quartehs
Some local authorities in Somaliland have expressed their displeasure, arguing that Laasaanod is parts of its territory.
The shift in relief hub highlights the complex nature of aid distribution in Somalia, where security concerns, political rivalries, and clan conflicts often complicate humanitarian efforts.
The UN’s decision to shift the hub to Garowe is seen as a step towards addressing some of these challenges and improving aid distribution in the region.
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