The Africa Youth Development Association (AYODA), in collaboration with the Somali Humanitarian Fund (SHF), has successfully completed the first cycle of livestock fodder distribution to 200 drought-affected pastoralist households across four locations in Zeylac District.

The intervention aimed to sustain livestock health and productivity during the ongoing drought, helping vulnerable communities protect their livelihoods. Each targeted household received 150 kg of livestock fodder as part of a three-cycle support package. AYODA remains committed to supporting drought-affected communities through timely and impact-full humanitarian assistance that strengthens resilience and safeguards livelihoods.

Tender Reference No.:         AYODA/SHF/ZD/LFS/01/2026

Fund Project Code:              CBPF-SOM-25-R-NGO-38192
Project Title:                                     Emergency Cash-Based Assistance for Vulnerable Pastoralist

Location:                                Zeila District, Awdal Region
Donor:                                    Somalia Humanitarian Fund (SHF)
Issuing Organization:           AYODA
Date of Issue:                         11/01/2026
Bid Submission Deadline:    18 January, 2026

 

1-Background

 

Africa Youth Development Association (AYODA) was founded as a Non-Governmental Organization in January 2003, by a group of ambitious youth in Borama, Awdal region in Somaliland. AYODA is fully registered with the Attorney General and Ministry of National Planning and Development. AYODA’s activities are multi-sectorial and integrate relief and development. Over the twenty-two years, AYODA has built a niche experience in youth, children and women empowerment, food security, protection, education, wash, community health, Livelihood, civic engagement, emergency drought response, recovery, environmental protection and climate change resilience. AYODA works in collaboration with the Somaliland government, international development, local organizations, and the civil societies. AYODA has a wide mandate for programming and operationalization. Clarification of its mandate is based on what is provided for in its constitution and the current legal context in Somaliland.

AYODA cares the wellbeing of needy people living in our target regions of Awdal, Marodijeex, Sahil, Togdheer, Sanaag and other regions in Somaliland. Through grass root networking with like-minded NGOs and the collaboration of local communities, AYODA implements humanitarian initiatives that save lives, alleviate suffering and poverty reduction, maintain human dignity, support livelihood and provide sustainable development solutions to their economic challenges. AYODA believes in empowering the needy with skills, tools and resources that assist them in becoming self-reliant.

 

AYODA in partnership with Somali Humanitarian Fund (SHF) is implementing an Emergency Cash-Based Assistance for Vulnerable Pastoralist Households Project in Zeylac District, Awdal Region Somaliland. Targeting 451vulnerable pastoral households affected by prolonged drought and limited access to grazing land. The intervention aims to reduce livestock mortality and sustain milk production through the provision of high-nutritional livestock feed blocks for core breeding livestock.

Under this project, AYODA intends to support 200 vulnerable pastoral households, targeting approximately 3,000 pregnant and lactating core breeding livestockover a period of three (3) months. AYODA hereby invites eligible, qualified, and reputable suppliers with required technical experiences to submit sealed bids for the supply and delivery of livestock feed blocksas detailed below.

2- Scope of Supply

The successful bidder will be responsible for the supply, transportation, and delivery of livestock feed blocks to designated distribution four Villages which are Xirsi Bow, Odowaa Dari, Cali weeci and Heemaal dheere in Zeila District.

2.1- Description of Items

Item Description	Specification	Quantity
High-nutritional livestock feed blocks	Suitable for pregnant and lactating livestock (cattle, goats, sheep); high energy and protein content; drought-resilient formulation	30,000 kg

Note:

• Each household will receive 3 sacks which each Sack contains 50kg which equivalent to 150 kg per cycle/ per month
• Total cycles: 1 time per month for 3 months
• Packaging should be in durable, moisture-resistant bags or blocks clearly labeled with composition and expiry date.

3- Targeting and Use

The feed will support livestock owned households identified using SHF and Food Security Cluster (FSC) vulnerability criteria, with priority given to:

• Households with limited access to grazing land
• Households with poor livestock body condition
• Female-headed households
• Households with high dependency on livestock for food and income

 

 

4- Delivery Requirements

• Delivery locations: Xirsi Bow, Odowaa Dari, Cali weeci and Heemaal dheere in Zeila District
• Delivery schedule: Phased or full delivery, as agreed with AYODA
• Supplier bears all transportation, loading, and off-loading costs
• Goods must be delivered in good condition and within the agreed timeframe

5- Bidder Eligibility Requirements

Interested bidders must meet the following minimum criteria:

1. Valid business registration/license
2. Valid tax compliance certificate
3. Proven experience in supplying livestock feed or related agricultural inputs
4. Company Bank Statements for past 1 year.
5. Ability to deliver to remote locations in Awdal Region
6. Compliance with humanitarian procurement and ethical standards

6- Required Bid Documents

Bidders must submit the following:

• Signed and stamped Bid Form
• Detailed financial quotation (unit price and total price in USD)
• Product technical specifications and composition
• Delivery timeline
• Company profile and at least two references of similar supplies
• Copies of legal registration documents.

7- Evaluation Criteria

Bids will be evaluated based on:

• Compliance with technical specifications
• Cost competitiveness and value for money
• Delivery capacity and timeline
• Supplier experience and past performance
• Compliance with SHF procurement standards

 

8- How to Apply

All interested and eligible Suppliers with sound capacity and relevant experience in similar works provision are here by invited to collect bid docs as from the below address: –

 

 

 

 

 

9- APPLICATION PROCESS

Tender documentshould be requested through this AYODA Emailayoda_org@yahoo.com its (ayoda underscore org @ yahoo.com) in a written form, after receiving your request email you will receive the Tender document via your email and you will be requested to confirm us your receipt of the Tender document.

 

9.1-Questions

Questions or requests for further clarifications should be submitted in writing to the contact person below:

 

 

10- Bid Submission Instructions

 

Bid documents must be submitted in two sealed envelopes, one original Technical and one original Financial Bids Separately, bearing an official supplier seal, and clearly marked by the "bidders’ name, address, and the tender reference number and title as stated above. The deadline for submitting bids is 18/01/2026 at 1:00 pm and any tender or documents received later than 18/01/2026 1:00 pm will not be accepted.

 

For any clarifications:  ayoda_org@yahoo.com

 

AYODA Head Office: Shacab area, Sheikh Osman Zone Borama, Awdal region Somaliland.

 

"Empowering and protecting vulnerable people to help themselves”

 

FLASH REPORT

Heavy Rains and Strong Winds displace nearly 200 people and Damage 30 Houses in Garbadadar town, Lughaya Distict

 

   

Figure1: school classes damaged by heavy rain and strongWinds in garbadadar town 

Figure 2: Health facility in garbodadar destroyed heavy rain

1.Introduction:

 

The recent heavy rains accompanied by fierce winds in Garbadadar town on Friday 15 September,2023 has caused significant damage to various critical infrastructures, including schools, health centers, homes, and WASH facilities in Garbadadar town.

The recent heavy rains accompanied by strong winds in Garbadadar Town have resulted in the displacement of approximately 200 peaple and significant damage to around 30 houses, primarily in the Garbadadar Internally Displaced Persons (IDP) camp

This report aims to provide an overview of the extent of the damage and its impact on the affected community

 

2.Damage to Schools:

 

Two schools in Garbadadar town have suffered severe damage due to the heavy rains and fierce winds. Roofs have been blown off, walls have cracked, and classrooms have been flooded. the heavy rain and strong in Garbadadar town on Friday caused significant damage to two primary schools in the first school consist of four classes, two classes were completely removed from the roof by the strong winds , while in the second school located in an IDP camp all two classes removed out the roof. This has rendered these educational institutions temporarily unusable, disrupting the education of many students.

 

3.Impact on Health Center:

 

The heavy rains and strong winds have also affected health centers in the area. Some facilities have experienced roof damage, leading to water leakage and potential damage to medical equipment, also the heavy rain has destroyed the solar system in garbadadar HF. This has hindered the provision of essential healthcare services to the affected population, further exacerbating the situation.

 

4.Damage to Homes:

Numerous homes in Garbadadar town have been severely impacted by the adverse weather conditions. Roofs have been torn off, walls have cracked, and a total of 30 houses have been damaged due to the heavy rain and strong winds. The extent of the damage varies, with some houses experiencing partial destruction, while others have been completely demolished. This has resulted in the displacement of families and left them vulnerable to the elements.

 

 

 

 

 

 

5.Wash Facilities:

Garbodadar Town recently experienced heavy rain accompanied by strong winds, resulting in significant damage to water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH) facilities, including emergency latrines. This assessment report aims to provide an overview of the impact on these facilities and recommend appropriate measures for recovery and rehabilitation.

 

5.1: Damage to WASH Facilities: Water Supply: The heavy rain and strong winds have caused damage to the water supply infrastructure in Garbodadar Town. This includes broken pipelines, and disrupted water distribution systems. As a result, the availability of clean and safe water has been severely affected, leading to potential health risks for the community.

 

5.2: Sanitation: The heavy rain and strong winds have also caused damage to sanitation facilities, particularly emergency latrines. The 7 emergency latrine structures have collapsed or been severely damaged, rendering them unusable. This poses a significant challenge to maintaining proper sanitation and hygiene practices, increasing the risk of waterborne diseases.

 

5.3: Impact on the Community: The impact of the heavy rain and strong winds on WASH facilities, including emergency latrines, has had several adverse effects on the community in Garbodadar Town. These include:

ØHealth Risks: The lack of clean and safe water, coupled with the damaged latrines, increases the risk of waterborne diseases such as diarrhea, cholera, and typhoid. The community is exposed to contaminated water sources and lacks proper sanitation facilities, leading to potential outbreaks of diseases.

ØDignity and Privacy: The damaged latrines have compromised the privacy and dignity of the community members, particularly women, children, and individuals with disabilities. The absence of functional latrines forces individuals to resort to open defecation, further exacerbating the risk of disease transmission.

6. Recommendations for Recovery and Rehabilitation:

6.1. Immediate Response

ØConduct an emergency assessment of the damaged WASH facilities to determine the extent of the damage and prioritize interventions.

ØProvide temporary alternative water sources, such as water tankers or water purification tablets, to ensure access to clean and safe water.

ØRepair and Establish temporary latrines or communal latrine facilities to address the immediate sanitation needs of the community.

 

 

6.2: Short-term Measures

ØReconstruct or repair the emergency latrines to ensure safe and hygienic sanitation facilities for the community.

ØConduct hygiene promotion campaigns to raise awareness about proper sanitation practices, hand washing, and the importance of using latrines.

 

6.Long-term Recovery:

Rebuilding and repairing the damaged infrastructure will require significant resources and time. The local government, in collaboration with relevant stakeholders, will need to develop a comprehensive recovery plan to address the long-term needs of the community. This may include infrastructure rehabilitation, provision of clean water and sanitation facilities, and support for affected families.

8. Conclusion:

The heavy rains and fierce winds in Garbadadar town on 15 September 2023 have caused extensive damage to critical infrastructure, including schools, health centers, homes, HF, and WASH facilities. Immediate response needed to provide assistance to the affected population, including houses, school classes, Health facilities, and WASH facilities. Immediate response actions to be needed to address the situation, including emergency shelter provision, damage assessment, repairs, and temporary arrangements, Coordination and support from local authorities and humanitarian organizations are crucial in ensuring the well-being and recovery of the affected population.

 

REPORT PHOTO’S

Figure 3 – IDP school two classes were completely removed from the roof by the strong winds	Figure4- IDP Homes destroyed heavy rain and strong winds on last Friday in garbadadar
Figure.5: The IDP families displaced heavy rain in garbadadar IDP	Figure6: Emergency latrines damaged the heavy rains in gargarbadadarIDP

 

AYODA has been eganging emergency and recovery program in Somaliland particularly Awdal, Marodijeex and Sahil regions for the last eleven years. In responding frequent droughts and cyclones which occurs in Somaliland. AYODA collaborating with UN, INGOs, LNGOs, Government and communities mainly with United Nation world Food Program (WFP) has been working emergency and recovery programs such as relief food distributions, food for assest and cash voucher (Scoope) aimed to drought responses for drought affected communities in Awdal and Marodijeex regions. AYODA  in partnership with United Nation Children’s Fund (UNICEF) has been implementing Education in Emergnecy and WASH emergency response programs in Awdal and Marodijeex regions to support drought affected children by proving access to education in drought sessions and rehabilitating drought and cyclone destroyed water supply systems. Under this program AYODA works recovery programs by engaging communities creating or rehabilitating their farms, water dums, grazing lands and environment preservation activities through food for work and food for assest.

 

AYODA has been working Emergency and Recovery Programs cooperating with WFP and UNICEF Somaliland office in Hargeisa.