Call for Applications: Climate Justice Incubator for Somali Youth
Are you passionate about climate justice and eager to become an advocate, activist, or changemaker in the field? The Climate Justice Incubator at ICE Institute is your opportunity to make a significant impact and join a vibrant green community. About the Program The Climate Justice Incubator is a 6-week intensive training program designed to equip […]
Fireside chat: Beating Plastic Pollution: Lessons from around the world
A fireside chat event was held on June 27th by the ICE Institute (Institute of Climate and Environment) to discuss the global issue of plastic pollution. The director of the ICE Institute Mr. Okash gave the opening remarks to start off the event. Mr. Okash underlined how urgent it is to address plastic waste In the Somali […]
Enhancing food security in sub-Saharan Africa: Investigating the role of environmental degradation, food prices, and institutional quality
The paper “Enhancing Food Security in sub-Saharan Africa: Investigating the role of environmental degradation, food prices, and institutional quality” examines the various determinants affecting food security in sub-Saharan Africa (SSA). Using panel data from 32 SSA countries spanning from 2002 to 2020, the study explores the influence of agricultural land
Exploring climate change resilience of major crops in Somalia: implications for ensuring food security
The complex relationship between climate change and major crop output poses urgent challenges for contemporary food production systems. Recognizing the diverse responses of different crops to climatic stressors, it is necessary to investigate the repercussions of climate-induced shifts in various crop yields. Focused on the adverse extreme weather impacts on food secu
Announcing UNLEASH Hack Somalia: Innovating for Climate Action and Sustainability
We are thrilled to announce the launch of UNLEASH Hack Somalia, an exciting event designed to harness the creativity and ingenuity of young innovators to tackle some of the most pressing environmental and sustainability challenges facing Somalia today. This hackathon, hosted by the ICE Institute at SIMAD University, will focus on developing solutions aligned with [&he
ICE Annual Report 2023
The Institute of Climate and Environment (ICE), established by SIMAD University, has solidified its position as Somalia’s premier environmental think tank. The 2023 Annual Report encapsulates a year of groundbreaking achievements and impactful initiatives, showcasing ICE’s unwavering commitment to addressing climate, environmental, and developmental challe