At COP27 in Sharm el-Sheikh, Egypt, Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud delivered a compelling message on the urgent need for global action to combat climate change. Representing one of the world’s most climate-vulnerable nations, he highlighted the devastating impacts of prolonged droughts, famine risk, and resource depletion in Somalia. Despite contributing minimally to global greenhouse gas emissions, Somalia faces rising temperatures projected to reach up to 4°C by 2080, threatening its agrarian and pastoralist livelihoods. President Hassan Sheikh unveiled Somalia’s first Ministry of Environment and Climate Change and launched the Green Somalia Initiative, aiming to plant 10 million trees. He called for industrialized nations to take responsibility for “loss and damage” costs, arguing that those who have benefited most from fossil fuels must assist countries bearing the brunt of climate impacts. While binding agreements on loss and damage remain deferred until 2024, the president emphasized renewable energy opportunities, noting Somalia’s vast solar and wind potential. With only 0.6% of global renewable investment reaching Africa in 2021, Hassan Sheikh urged for greater technology transfer and funding. The outcome of COP27 could shape Somalia’s resilience, energy independence, and fight against climate-driven instability.