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Impact of underfunding on WASH response in Somalia: Cluster Brief, July 2026
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· August 17, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway The majority of respondents reported inadequate funding for 2026, with some having no confirmed funding at all.
A recent survey of WASH Cluster partners in Somalia has highlighted a significant gap between operational capacity and available resources. The survey, which had 38 respondents, found that many partners lack sufficient funding and emergency supplies to sustain their services. Despite having the technical capacity to deliver, partners are struggling to secure financial continuity.
The majority of respondents reported inadequate funding for 2026, with some having no confirmed funding at all. Further details on the survey's findings are available from the source, including the potential risks of project closures if additional resources are not secured.
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Category: disaster Published: August 17, 2026 Source: ReliefWeb Reading time: 1 min
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