Tuesday January 23, 2018
MOGADISHU - (HOL)—The German Government announced on Tuesday its commitment of €23.4 million, channelled through the World Bank via the Multi-Partner Fund (MPF), to support infrastructure work in Somalia.
Marius Rauh, the German Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development says that the contribution will strengthen municipal planning and implementation capacity to improve access to basic infrastructure.
“Germany joins the MPF at a critical and exciting juncture. Investments in infrastructure through municipalities will not only contribute to generating growth in urban areas and improving the living conditions for Somali citizens but will also support local governments in planning and managing more resilient cities.
This is the first project between Germany and the World Bank in Somalia.
An additional €1.2 was committed to preliminary studies.
The MPF has been investing in urban infrastructure through the Somali Urban Investment Planning Project and through the Somalia Financing Facility for Local Development.
“The World Bank’s role in Somalia is about working with and through government and building the capacity of the authorities to spearhead reform and development,” said Hugh Riddell, World Bank Country Representative for Somalia.
Somalia's Minister of Finance, Abdirahman Beileh thanked Germany for their contribution.
“The Federal Government appreciates Germany’s commitment to using government systems and channel funds through the MPF. We cannot underestimate the importance of government leadership in rebuilding the country."