Diaspora Remittances Support Mogadishu's Infrastructure and Economy
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Updated Sep 21
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What happened
Diaspora funds are being used to support the operational and infrastructural needs of Mogadishu, the capital of Somalia. In 2023 alone, remittances reportedly reached about USD 1.7 billion. This amount exceeded the federal budget for that year and was noted to be about one-sixth of Somalia’s economy.
From wardheernews.com
Why it matters
The financial flows are diverse, moving beyond basic needs like food and medicine. Diaspora resources are also supporting sectors including telecommunications, financial services, energy, education, healthcare, and property in the region.
Mogadishu is the city that receives dedicated financing for urban infrastructure in Somalia.
From wardheernews.com