Declaration On Climate Change Symposium On Youth And Children And Call To Action
In Mogadishu, Somalia, from October 23rd to 24th, 2023, a symposium on climate change, youth, and children brought together youth, children, climate activists, and environmental organizations, with the joint efforts of the Institute of Climate and Environment of SIMAD University and Save Children Somalia. This gathering, attended by government officials, private secto
Climate Change Symposium on Youth and Children 2023
From 23rd – 24th October 2023, the Institute of Environment and Climate Change (ICE) at SIMAD University partnered with Save the Children Somalia to host a crucial two-day Climate Change Symposium for Youth and Children in Mogadishu. The event aimed to address climate change while protecting the rights of Somalia’s youth and children. This symposium [&hell
Things you need to know about food security in Somalia
Food security is a key issue in Somalia, where a combination of factors such as erratic rainfall, conflict, high commodity prices and limited access to healthcare have led to severe food crises and malnutrition. The country’s vulnerability to climate change further exacerbates these challenges, affecting agricultural productivity, water availability and the freq
Mogadishu Environmental Summit Concluded Successfully
On 3rd October, the 2nd edition of Mogadishu Environmental Summit (MES) 2023 concluded successfully after three days of gathering and conversation on water issues. The theme of this year was “Somalia and the water crisis: Moving Beyond Projects” since water issues are a fundamental contributing factor to climate change. The Summit was organized by Action […
Climate Change in Somalia Explained!
Climate change is having a profound impact on Somalia, making it one of the most climate-vulnerable countries in the world. Despite contributing minimally to global greenhouse gas emissions, Somalia faces the harsh consequences of climate change, including regular flooding and prolonged droughts that threaten agriculture, food security, and socioeconomic stability. In
Combating Climate Change In Somalia Requires Structural And Systems Change
Climate change is one of the gravest risks threatening Somalia. Climatic events including frequent and severe droughts, altered rainfall patterns, and more frequent and intense floods and temperatures had a severe impact on Somalia. Due to its arid and semi-arid environment, Somalia is already vulnerable to droughts and water shortages. According to the global climate
Reflecting on the ChangemakerXchange Summit 2023 in Rwanda
From September 18th to 22nd, 2023, we had the incredible opportunity to attend the ChangemakerXchange Summit in the serene and picturesque setting of Rwamagana, Rwanda. This summit brought together dedicated young social innovators from Sub-Saharan Africa, and it was a transformative experience that left a profound mark on us all. One of the focus of […]
Mapping for El Niño 2023 Anticipatory Action Workshop
On September 5th and 6th, the Institute of Climate and Environment hosted a comprehensive two-day workshop, focusing on the “Mapping for El Niño 2023 Anticipatory Action”. The session was led by Liban Hassan and Abdullahi Kelly. The event was a resounding success, with 49 participants, including students specializing in fields like engineering, computing,
Climate Conversations 101: Understanding the science of climate change
We hosted our inaugural event as part of the #Mogadishu ClimateConversations series on August 3, 2023. This online webinar, titled “Understanding the Science of Climate Change,” was led by the distinguished guest speaker, Reakelitsoe Molapo. The session aimed to educate and empower young individuals passionate about climate change and environmental sustain
Will Green Somalia initiative Rescue the Country from the Engulfed Deforestation?
Introduction Somalia, situated in the Horn of Africa, experiences arid and semi-arid conditions, with two seasonal rainfall periods and an average annual temperature of around 30 °C. However, political challenges, including state collapse and clan conflicts, have affected Somalia over the last two decades, leading to famine and humanitarian intervention. The protract