​Somalia: Puntland President launches road project between Qardho, Bayla

QARDHO, Puntland- The President of semi-autonomous region of Puntland, Abdiwali Mohamed Ali “Gaas” has launched a road project connecting Qardho town to Bayla district in Karkar region on Monday, Garowe Online reports.

The new road is estimated to be 220 kilometers long and will be constructed through the partnership of Puntland government and public.

In the launching event, President Ali noted the new project will take part in the efforts to develop the infrastructure of the region, which will facilitate movement of communities, goods and services between the areas. President Ali also added that Bayla district is a historic town and rich in natural resources.

On the other hand, President Ali has also cut the ribbon of the water well project in Dhudub village. The new water well is powered by solar panel and was constructed by Puntland State Agency for Water Energy and Natural Resources (PASWEN).

However, the delegate is expected to return back to Garowe, the capital of Puntland state, following trip to drought-stricken vicinities and remote villages in eastern regions.

The extreme climate condition has affected thousands of nomadic communities in Somalia and forced many to relocate to Karkar region in search for water and pasture following low rains in December 2016.

So far Puntland government is yet to woo support from international organizations to help drought victims in the region amid sever economical downfall.

GAROWEONLINE