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The loss of USAID funding has disheartened many Somalis who believe they can’t depend on their own government, which focuses mostly on defeating the al-Qaida-linked al-Shabab.
During an AP visit, officials at those hospitals said much of their work would stop without assistance from the United Nations and international groups.
“Even the limited number of public hospitals that started functioning properly lately are heavily dependent on donor money,” said Wasuge, the civic leader.
The Banadir and De Martino hospitals are where the most needy people are referred for care.
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