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Drought, Fuel Prices and Falling Aid Push Somalia's Growth to Four-Year Low

20 September 2026 · Single source · Edition 16

Somalia's economic growth has reportedly reached a four-year low, according to FTL Somalia. This decline is attributed to a combination of persistent drought, rising fuel prices, and a reduction in international aid. The situation highlights the vulnerability of Somalia's economy to external shocks and humanitarian challenges.

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