Oxfam Somali 159d ago

Prolonged drought has pushed families in Puntland to the edge, disrupting livelihoods based on livestock, fishing, and small trade. In this video, community members share how emergency cash assistance helped them meet basic needs, keep children in school, and restore activity in local markets. With support from Sida, Oxfam provided vulnerable households with USD 130 in unconditional cash assistance, allowing families to decide for themselves how best to cope during the crisis. Mothers, community elders, and local traders explain how this timely support made a real difference at household and community level. This story highlights how cash assistance can protect dignity, strengthen resilience, and support local economies during humanitarian emergencies.