MOGADISHU (Somaliguardian) – Sophie, Duchess of Edinburgh arrived in Somalia on a historic two-day visit – her first to the country – and met President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud, the United Kingdom government said Tuesday.
“In Mogadishu, The Duchess was hosted at Villa Somalia by President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud for an introductory call during which they discussed the crucial role women play in peacebuilding, strengthening community resilience and ensuring accountability for sexual and gender-based violence. The Duchess welcomed the Federal Government of Somalia’s Women, Peace and Security National Action Plan and encouraged its sustained implementation to improve conditions on the ground,” the statement reads.
“Somali organisations and partners of the British Embassy, including Ifrah Foundation, ALIGHT Somali Women’s Leadership Initiative and the Somali Women Study Centre, told the The Duchess about the challenging operating environment they face, with conflict, drought and scarcity of resources exacerbating the prevalence of sexual and gender-based violence.”
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