Health data
Health at a glance
Verified indicators with their source and reporting date
Reported malaria cases
127
cases · Puntland · Jan–Mar 2026
Maternal mortality ratio
622
per 100,000 live births · Puntland · 2020
Verified Puntland Health and Demographic Survey (PLHDS) 2020
Births attended by a skilled provider
33%
% · Puntland · 2020
Verified Puntland Health and Demographic Survey (PLHDS) 2020
Deliveries in a health facility
19%
% · Puntland · 2020
Verified Puntland Health and Demographic Survey (PLHDS) 2020
Antenatal care, 4+ visits
6.0%
% · Puntland · 2020
Verified Puntland Health and Demographic Survey (PLHDS) 2020
Under-five mortality rate
106
per 1,000 live births · Somalia (national) · 2024 (as cited)
Every figure is published with its source and reporting date. Dated indicators are replaced as new verified data is released by the Ministry.
About the Ministry
Puntland Ministry of Health
The Ministry of Health is the government institution responsible for the health of the people of Puntland State of Somalia. It sets health policy, regulates the health sector, and delivers services through regional health offices, hospitals, health centres, maternal and child health centres and primary health units across the regions of Puntland, in partnership with national and international organisations.
Vision
A healthy and productive population that contributes to socio-economic growth and national development.
Mandate
To support the people of Puntland to achieve better health, improve health outcomes and provide quality health services across all regions.
Established
2001
Re-established in 2001
Regions served
7
regional health offices
Minister's message
H.E. Mohamed Abdirahman Mohamed (Farole)
Minister of Health · Puntland Ministry of Health
Health is the foundation of a productive society. Our Ministry is committed to bringing quality, affordable and accountable health services closer to every family in Puntland — from the largest referral hospital to the most remote primary health unit. This platform opens our work to the public: our facilities, our programmes, our data and our partnerships. I invite every citizen, health worker and partner to walk this road with us.
Leadership
Ministry leadership
The executive team leading health services in Puntland
Minister of Health
H.E. Mohamed Abdirahman Mohamed (Farole)
Maxamed Cabdiraxmaan Maxamed (Faroole)
State Minister of Health
Ali Mohamed Osman
Cali Maxamed Cismaan
Deputy Minister of Health
Maryan Ahmed Osman (Fangase)
Maryan Axmed Cismaan (Fangase)
Director General
Dr. Mohamed Mohamud Hidig
Dr. Maxamed Maxamuud Xidig
Hospitals & facilities
Hospitals & health facilities
Find services near you across the regions of Puntland
Regions of Puntland
Published facilities
Hospital
Operational
Bosaso General Hospital
Bosaso, Bari
Hospital
Operational
Dhahar General Hospital
Dhahar, Haylaan
Hospital
Operational
Garowe General Hospital
Garowe, Nugaal
Hospital
Operational
Mudug Regional Hospital
Galkacyo, Mudug
Hospital
Operational
Qardho General Hospital
Qardho, Karkaar
Hospital
Operational
Bargaal Hospital
Bargaal, Raas Caseyr (Gardafuu)
Departments & services
Departments & services
Minister's Office
Supports the Minister in policy direction, cabinet coordination, partner relations and public communication.
Learn moreDepartment of Public Health
Disease prevention, surveillance and health protection; hosts the National TB Programme (NTP) and outbreak preparedness.
Learn moreDepartment of Primary Health Care
Delivers the essential package of health services through health centres, MCH centres and primary health units; hosts the Expanded Programme on Immunization (EPI).
Learn moreDepartment of Medical Health Services
Hospital services, clinical standards, referral system and emergency care; the Ministry supply chain for medicines and medical supplies sits under this department.
Learn moreDepartment of Planning, Policy and Development
Health policy, strategic planning, health information systems (HMIS), monitoring and evaluation, and coordination of development partners.
Learn moreDepartment of Human Resources
Health workforce planning, recruitment, training, deployment and the human resources information system (HRMIS).
Learn moreDepartment of Administration and Finance
Budget, procurement, assets, logistics and administrative services of the Ministry.
Learn moreNewsroom
Latest news
Announcements, activities and press releases from the Ministry
Puntland Public Health Institute officially inaugurated
The Ministry of Health has opened the Puntland Public Health Institute (PPHI), a new centre for research, reference laboratory services and training of health professionals.
Public Health · 27 Jul 2026
Second phase of Marwo Caafimaad community health training opens with 84 women
Leadership · 22 Jul 2026
Minister receives Dr. Abdisalan Hadliye Omar and Puntland State University officials
Leadership · 21 Jul 2026
Ministry marks the first 100 days of its new leadership
Policy & Reform · 18 Jul 2026
Health service cost-coverage policy launched for Bari and Raas Caseyr
Programmes
Public health programmes
Expanded Programme on Immunization (EPI)
Routine childhood vaccination, catch-up campaigns and cold-chain management across Puntland. World Immunization Week 2026 (24–30 April) expanded vaccination sessions and school and community awareness.
Active
Malaria Elimination Programme
The Ministry is committed to eliminating malaria in Puntland. Reported cases fell from a peak of 12,378 in 2017 to 373 in 2025, with 127 cases recorded in January–March 2026.
Active
Marwo Caafimaad — Community Health Workers
Trains women from remote villages and districts as community health workers. The second phase opened on 27 July 2026 with 84 trainees on a 30-day course.
Active
Health Facility Cost Recovery
A cost-recovery policy for public health facilities approved by the Council of Ministers in April 2026 and piloted in five Bari region hospitals under the CHASP project, with community-hospital committees for transparency.
ActiveResources
Publications & resources
Official document · 2026
Press release: Ebola awareness alert (20 May 2026)
Download
Official document · 2026
Health Facility Cost Recovery Bill (approved April 2026)
Download
Form · 2026
Monthly Facility Reporting Form (HMIS)
Download Strategy · 2025
Nutrition Social and Behaviour Change Communication Strategy 2025–2030
DownloadPartners
Our partners
Working with national and international partners for a healthier Puntland