Explosive Hazards
Situational Overview: The presence of mines and unexploded ordnance in Somalia poses a significant threat to civilians, particularly children. In 2023, children accounted for 80% of all casualties related to explosive remnants of war. Floods and other natural disasters often exacerbate the risk by exposing these hazards in previously safe areas.
JUMAN’s Role: JUMAN is a leader in humanitarian mine action (HMA), conducting activities such as explosive ordnance clearance, risk education, and non-technical surveys to identify and mitigate the dangers posed by explosive hazards. JUMAN collaborates with partners like the Mines Advisory Group (MAG), Danish Demining Group (DDG), and Norwegian People’s Aid (NPA) to implement these activities effectively.