Abdinasir Hassan Ahmed

Combating Water Scarcity in Baidoa: A Critical Challenge for Sustainable Development Date: March 9, 2025 Location: Baidoa, Somalia Author: Abdinasir, Executive Director of Green Arlaadi Introduction Water scarcity is an urgent and escalating issue in Baidoa, Somalia, exacerbated by rising temperatures averaging around 35 degrees Celsius, environmental degradation, and climate change. This crisis has profound implications for the health, livelihoods, and socio-economic stability of local communities, particularly impacting farmers, women, children, youth, and livestock. This article delves into the causes of water scarcity, its multifaceted impacts on vulnerable groups and animals, and potential pathways to sustainable solutions. The Current Water Crisis         Baidoa has experienced a severe shortage of clean water, largely driven by erratic rainfall patterns and prolonged droughts. The region’s dependence on seasonal rains for agriculture means that fluctuatio...

  Isbedelka Cimilada iyo Saameynta Deegaanka. Hordhac Isbedelka cimilada ayaa noqday mid ka mid ah dhibaatooyinka ugu waaweyn ee caalamiga ah, waxaana saameyn toos ah ku leh deegaanka iyo nolosha aadanaha. Isbeddelkan wuxuu ku yimaadaa sababo dabiici ah iyo kuwo aadanaha, waxaana ka mid ah kororka heerkulka, isbeddelada roobabka, iyo waxyaabaha kale ee cimilada. Qormadan waxay si qoto dheer u falanqeyn doontaa saameynta isbedelka cimilada ee deegaanka, iyo tallaabooyinka lagama maarmaanka ah ee looga hortagi karo.   Qeexitaanka Isbedelka Cimilada Isbedelka cimilada waa isbeddelka joogtada ah ee shuruudaha cimilada, oo ay ku jiraan heerkulka, roobka, iyo xaaladaha kale ee cimilada. Isbedelkaani wuxuu ka dhalan karaa sababo dabiici ah sida dhaqdhaqaaqyada dhulka, isbeddelada qorraxda, iyo cimilada, ama sababo aadanaha sida wasakheynta, gubashada shidaalka, iyo beddelaadda dhul beereed. Saameynta Isbedelka Cimilada ee Deegaanka 1. Nidaamka Ekosystemka Isbedelka cimi...

  Legacy Lost: The Impact of Modernization on Somali Youth and Agricultural Heritage My name is Abdinasir Hassan Ahmed, and I grew up in a farming family where my father cultivated 10 hectares of land. He produced a diverse array of crops—barley, wheat, corn, beans, and millet. In my childhood, I watched as harvests were brought home and stored in barrels and pits, symbols of our food security and self-sufficiency. However, as I reflect on those days, I am increasingly concerned that today’s youth are drifting away from agriculture, risking the loss of our rich heritage. If this trend continues, we could face severe food shortages and a disconnection from our cultural roots. The allure of urban life is powerful for many young people today. They are drawn to the promise of modern jobs and lifestyles that seem more appealing than traditional farming. Unfortunately, this shift comes at a significant cost. With fewer youth engaged in agriculture, we are witnessing a decline in the esse...

                                                                                            Urgent Assistance Required for Displaced Communities in Baidoa Devastated by Rains and Floods   Baidoa, a city in southwestern Somalia, is facing a dire situation caused by heavy rains and floods. Lives have been lost, properties destroyed, and internally displaced persons (IDPs) from Beydhabo urgently seeking help. Immediate support is needed to assist affected individuals in rebuilding their lives.   The Impact of Heavy Rains and Floods The recent heavy rains in Baidoa have resulted in severe flooding throughout the city. Homes, schools, hospitals, and vital infrastructure have been submerged or damaged. Access to essential services such as clean wa...

A Journey of Growth and Achievement: Overcoming Challenges in Somalia 
 On the auspicious day of September 21st, 2023, I proudly celebrated my graduation from Zamzam University's Baidoa Branch. Born and raised in Baidoa, my name is Abdinasir Hassan, and I was once the village boy who made the life-changing decision to pursue higher education in the very city I call home. This decision has proven to be one of the best I have ever made. While many of my secondary school classmates ventured to Mogadishu in search of reputed universities, my experience has solidified my belief that Baidoa offers education of equal, if not superior, quality. 
 However, my university journey was far from smooth sailing, as it unfolded against a backdrop of challenges that are all too common in Somalia. I hailed from a modest-income family, and my father's passing while I was in class eight placed added burdens on my beloved mother, a beacon of strength for our family. Unemployment, recurring financia...