US President Donald Trump/HANDOUTThe United States has suspended all assistance programmes that directly benefit the Federal Government of Somalia. This is following allegations that the government officials destroyed a World Food Programme (WFP) warehouse and seized food aid meant for vulnerable communities. “Any resumption of assistance will be dependent upon the Somali Federal Government taking accountability for its unacceptable actions and taking appropriate remedial steps,” Trump’s administration said. Somalia relies heavily on foreign assistance to support food distribution, security operations and institutional capacity-building. WFP and other partners have been conducting emergency food assistance programmes to reach families affected by conflict, displacement, and recurrent climate-driven shocks.

Source: The Star January 08, 2026 15:12 UTC