Understanding the Emergency

The Crisis

Millions of Somalis live beyond the reach of basic healthcare. These hospitals represent the few lifelines available, but vast rural regions remain completely unserved. Distance is the difference between life and death.

57%
No Access
of Somalis lack access to basic healthcare services
1:30k
Doctor Ratio
One of the lowest doctor-to-patient ratios in the world
4hrs+
Travel Time
Average travel to a hospital in rural areas
1 in 5
Child Mortality
children die before age five, many from preventable causes