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Foundation officials said the initiative forms part of a broader humanitarian mission to address hunger and provide relief to families affected by poverty, unemployment, and economic instability across Somalia.
"Supporting vulnerable families remains central to our humanitarian work,” the organization said in a statement. "We are committed to expanding our relief operations to reach communities most affected by hardship.”
Local residents welcomed the distribution, describing it as timely support for families facing increasing financial pressure.
The Alasow Foundation expressed gratitude to its donors and supporters whose contributions made the operation possible. The organization said it will continue implementing food-relief programs in Mogadishu and other regions in the coming months.
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