Mogadishu, Somalia — 2026-03-09 Minister of Family and Human Rights Development Inaugurates Football Field for Orphans of Somali Police Officers. Mogadishu (SONNA) — The Minister of Family and Human Rights Development of the Federal Government of Somalia, Amb. Khadija Mohamed Al-Makhzoumi, today inaugurated a new football field at the orphan care center for the children of the Somali Police Force.
The event, held at the center in Mogadishu, aimed to provide a recreational space for the children and express gratitude to the families of police officers who have lost their lives in service to the nation. During the ceremony, Halima Saciya Yusuf Abdulle, the commander of the orphan care center, expressed her gratitude to Minister Al-Makhzoumi for her support to the orphaned children, especially those from police families. She highlighted that the new football field would significantly improve the children’s quality of life and well-being.
Minister Al — Makhzoumi emphasized the importance of supporting orphaned children and ensuring their happiness and well-being. She paid special tribute to the children of police officers who lost their parents in the line of duty, noting that the peace enjoyed today is a result of their sacrifice and dedication.
The initiative is part of the government’s ongoing efforts to support the families of fallen police officers and provide for the welfare of their children.
The football field is expected to serve as a platform for the children to engage in physical activity, fostering their social and emotional development. Further details regarding the project’s funding and future plans were not immediately available.
However, the government has indicated its commitment to continue supporting the children of police officers and other families affected by the ongoing security challenges in the country.
Sources close to the matter said that the government is exploring additional ways to assist these families, including educational and vocational support.
The new football field is seen as a step towards creating a more nurturing environment for the orphans, allowing them to grow up with a sense of normalcy and hope. Further details are expected as the project progresses.
The government has not yet commented on the potential expansion of similar initiatives for other vulnerable groups in the country.
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Source: sonna.
