Mogadishu, Oct. 2 (BNA): The Federal Government of Somalia signed a $68.5 million Development Assistance Grant Agreement with the United States in Mogadishu.
The grant will support Somalia’s socio-economic development by addressing economic growth, governance reforms, health, education, and the empowerment of women and youth. It includes expanding Accelerated Basic Education programs, benefiting over 150,000 children, and rehabilitating over 200 classrooms, providing access to an additional 10,000 students annually.
This agreement builds on nearly 18 years of U.S. assistance to Somalia, furthering progress in governance, education, and economic resilience for both rural and urban communities, Somali National News Agency reported.
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