MOU Signed Between the Ministry of Environment and Climate Change and SIMAD University
In a significant move towards fostering sustainable development and addressing climate challenges in Somalia, the Ministry of Environment and Climate Change (MOECC) of the Federal Government of Somalia and SIMAD University have officially entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU). The MOU, signed on November 21, 2023, establishes a collaborative framework betwe
PRESS RELEASE: ICE Institute is Offically Luanched
On 6th November 2023, at a very colourful launching ceremony hosted by SIMAD University, The Institute of Climate and Environment (ICE Institute) was unveiled with the presence of senior officials from the office of the President of Somalia, Ministry of Environment and Climate Change, Ministry of Planning, investment and economic development and development organizati
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
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 […
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 […]
ICE Institute Joins at the African Climate Summit 2023
Climate change is a global catastrophe with no boundaries. Though it has an influence everywhere on the globe, its impact is not uniform. Nowhere is the climate crisis more obvious than in Africa, a region with particular climatic vulnerabilities and concerns. The first-ever Africa Climate Summit (ACS) was conducted in response to these difficulties, offering [&hellip
ICE Institute Joins Forces with YOUNGCO to Empower Youth for Climate Action in Somalia
In pursuit of our noble mission to capacitate the young generation and tackle climate, environment, and development challenges, the Institute of Climate and Environment (ICE) at SIMAD University embarked on a momentous journey last week. We are thrilled to announce our collaboration with the esteemed YOUNGCO, the official children and youth constituency of the United
Announcement: Climate Storytelling Workshop
Extreme climate events are becoming the norm in Somalia. In the past three decades, the country has faced many ecological crises. The natural environmental ecosystems in Somalia face significant challenges. The country has grappled with climate change, biodiversity loss, land degradation and weak environmental governance. on the other hand, there are climate entrepren
Validating the Stakeholder Engagement Framework for the National Adaptation Plan (NAP)
Climate Adaptation is one of the effective measures to deal with climate crises in the most affected areas. Somalia is not an exception to these realities, and there are ongoing efforts to adopt National Adaption Plan for Somalia. It is essential to include all stakeholders in the struggle against the growing threats posed by […]