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Emergency

Somalia Emergency

Deliver life-saving aid to families affected by drought and hunger.

Support Families in Somalia

Somalia is facing a severe drought, leaving millions without access to food, clean water, and other essentials. Crops have failed, livestock have perished, and families are struggling to survive.

Muslim Hands teams are on the ground providing emergency food assistance to those most in need.

Your Sadaqah and Zakat can help save lives and bring hope to vulnerable families.

Family of Somalia

Provide Emergency Aid

Somalia Emergency Food Packs

Provide essential food supplies to families affected by drought and food insecurity. Food packs contain staple items that help families meet their immediate nutritional needs and reduce the risk of hunger.

Somalia Emergency Fund

Support our emergency response efforts across Somalia, allowing us to respond where the need is greatest. Your donation helps provide food assistance, clean water, healthcare, and other critical relief services.

The Crisis in Somalia

Food Insecurity

21 million people are facing acute hunger

Healthcare

75% of health facilities have collapsed

Mass Displacement

11 million people have been forced to flee

Your Impact in Somalia

Through your support, Muslim Hands Canada continues to provide life-saving assistance to vulnerable communities across Somalia.

Your donations help us

  • Deliver emergency food assistance to families facing hunger

  • Provide access to clean and safe drinking water

  • Support healthcare services for vulnerable communities

  • Strengthen livelihoods and community resilience

  • Respond rapidly during humanitarian emergencies

Somalia Emergency FAQ's

How is aid being distributed in Somalia?

Muslim Hands Canada has a dedicated field office in Somalia that oversees the distribution of aid and implementation of our humanitarian and development programs. Our local teams work directly with communities to ensure assistance reaches those who need it most.

What is the situation on the ground in Somalia?

Somalia continues to face the devastating effects of prolonged drought, leaving millions of people in need of humanitarian assistance. Around 2.5 million people across 26 districts are living in areas that are moderately or severely affected by drought, with many families struggling to access food, clean water, healthcare, and other essential services. Children are among the most vulnerable, facing increased risks of malnutrition and disease as the crisis continues.

Is Muslim Hands currently distributing aid in Somalia?

Yes, our teams are actively working on the ground in Somalia, providing emergency food assistance and supporting vulnerable communities through a range of humanitarian and development programs.

Are my donations Zakat-eligible?

Yes, donations to the Somalia Emergency Appeal are Zakat-eligible, helping provide vital support to vulnerable families in accordance with Islamic principles of giving.