Youth Training & Empowerment
We organise training, knowledge exchange and leadership development so young people gain skills and access to employment opportunities.
Ministry of Youth and Sports, South West State of Somalia
News · 02 Oct 2026
Baraawe Youth Council Leads Clean-up and Tree-Planting Campaign
The Baraawe District Youth Council today led a cleaning and tree-planting campaign at the Baraawe District Youth Centre and its surroundings, focused on strengthening cle…
News · 21 Sep 2026
Baidoa Marks the International Day of Peace
The Ministry of Youth and Sports of the South West State of Somalia today held an event in Baidoa to mark the International Day of Peace.
News · 27 Aug 2026
Ministry Holds Monthly Open Dialogue on Peacebuilding and Social Cohesion in Baidoa
The Ministry of Youth and Sports of the South West State of Somalia held a monthly open dialogue in Baidoa focused on the role of young people in peacebuilding, strengthe…
News · 12 Aug 2026
Baidoa Marks International Youth Day 2026
The Ministry of Youth and Sports of the South West State of Somalia today held an event in Baidoa to mark International Youth Day, observed every year on 12 August.
News · 20 Jul 2026
New Minister Mowliid Xasan Xuseen Takes Over the Ministry of Youth and Sports
The handover ceremony of the Ministry of Youth and Sports of the South West State of Somalia was held officially today, at which the new Minister, Mowliid Xasan Xuseen, t…
3200+
Youth Trained
48+
Tournaments Held
126+
Organizations Registered
14+
Facilities Built/Rehabilitated
Ministry Services
We work for youth and sports across three main areas.
Sports Development & Competitions
We support clubs, tournaments and sports grounds so that players and teams across the region can develop their talent.
Skills, Arts & Civic Engagement
We encourage the arts, technology and civic participation, training young people in rights and leadership.
Minister's Welcome Message
“We will work closely with the youth and sports community and speed up the plans to improve the services and opportunities created for the youth of South West State.”
Mowliid Xasan Xuseen
Minister of Youth and Sports
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Sports
Upcoming Events
| Tournament | Match | Date | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|
| South West State Football Tournament 2026 | Baidoa United vs Bakool FC | 18 Oct 2026, 15:30 | Baidoa Stadium |
| South West State Football Tournament 2026 | Shabelle Stars vs Diinsoor FC | 20 Oct 2026, 16:00 | Baidoa Stadium |