HARGEISA, Somaliland / JERUSALEM (Horn Post) — Senior officials from Somaliland’s Ministry of Water Resources have arrived in Israel to participate in a specialized training program focused on national water resources planning and management.
Eynat Shlein, head of MASHAV and deputy director-general at Israel’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs, formally welcomed the Somaliland delegation. The program marks the first specialized training course designed specifically for Somaliland’s national water institutions.
The course, titled National Water Resources Planning and Management, aims to strengthen Somaliland’s institutional and technical capacity in the water sector.
Strengthening Water Management Capacity
The training will focus on several key areas, including:
- Strengthening the capacity of Somaliland’s national water institutions.
- Improving technical expertise in water planning and resource management.
- Supporting sustainable water management and development.
- Expanding bilateral cooperation through technical assistance and capacity building.
Furthermore, the initiative supports the United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 6 (SDG 6), which aims to ensure access to clean water and sanitation for all.
Expanding Somaliland-Israel Cooperation
The program represents an important step in strengthening cooperation between Somaliland and Israel, particularly in water resource management and sustainable development.
Water scarcity remains a major challenge for Somaliland. Therefore, access to international expertise, technical training and modern water management systems could help improve the country’s capacity to manage its limited water resources.
The Somaliland delegation is led by Aadan Cabdalle, director-general of the ministry responsible for water resources.
According to Somaliland officials, the training initiative marks the first formal cooperation of its kind between the two sides. It follows Israel’s December 2025 announcement recognizing Somaliland, which opened a new chapter in their bilateral relations.
The initiative also highlights the growing focus on technical cooperation, institutional development and sustainable resource management as Somaliland expands its international partnerships.
Horn Post Staff Reporter
Hargeisa, Somaliland
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