Approaches to Ecological Sustainability in Sub-Saharan Africa: Evaluating the Role of Globalization, Renewable Energy, Economic Growth, and Population Density
Balancing economic growth with environmental sustainability is a pressing challenge for Sub-Saharan Africa (SSA). This study explores the impact of globalization, renewable energy, economic growth, trade openness, and population density on ecological footprints and CO₂ emissions across 34 SSA nations from 1994 to 2021. Using advanced econometric techniques, includin
Determinants of Agricultural Exports in Somalia: The Role of Exchange Rates, Foreign Direct Investment, and Institutional Quality
Agricultural exports are critical to Somalia’s economy, providing employment, foreign exchange earnings, and economic stability. This study examines the key determinants of agricultural export performance in Somalia from 1985 to 2017, focusing on the impacts of exchange rate fluctuations, foreign direct investment (FDI), and institutional quality. Using an Autoregre
Transitioning to Sustainable Energy and Enhanced Environmental Quality in Somalia
As Somalia navigates its path toward sustainable development, this study explores the interplay between renewable energy, trade openness, globalisation, and environmental sustainability. Using annual data from 1990 to 2019 and employing advanced econometric models, the study reveals a significant long-run relationship among these factors. Findings indicate that renewa
Pathways to sustainable development in Somalia: evaluating the impact of agriculture, renewable energy, and urbanisation on ecological footprints and CO2 emissions
The paper investigates the environmental impacts of agriculture, renewable energy, economic growth, and urbanization on Somalia’s ecological footprints and CO2 emissions, using time-series data from 1990 to 2020. The findings reveal that while agriculture and renewable energy significantly reduce both ecological footprints and CO2 emissions in the long run, agri
Examining the confluence of climate change and conflicts on agricultural and livestock exports in Somalia
Climate-induced extreme weather events and conflicts jointly contribute to disruptions in agricultural supply chains and destabilizing global food trade. Since the literature has identified that variations in climatic conditions hamper farming and animal raising, it is necessary to explore the consequences of climate change on crop and livestock exports to implement p
Investigating the complex landscape of climate finance in the least-developed countries(LDCs)
This paper investigates the critical challenges that least-developed countries (LDCs) face in accessing sufficient and stable climate finance. Despite needing $93.7 billion annually for effective climate action, LDCs receive only a fraction of this amount, averaging $14.8 billion. This funding gap impedes their ability to implement necessary mitigation and adaptation
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
Exploring the effects of climate change and government stability on internal conflicts: evidence from selected sub-Saharan African countries
Summary of the Study This summary provides an overview of the key findings and insights from a study that examines the intricate relationship between climate change, environmental degradation, and conflict in sub-Saharan Africa (SSA). The study focuses on the vulnerabilities of SSA countries, particularly their susceptibility to climate-induced conflicts, and the adve
Towards sustainable environment in Somalia: The role of conflicts, urbanization, and globalization on environmental degradation and emissions
In the past decade, mitigating the negative effects of global warming became a concern for policymakers across the world. Industrial activities and the consumption of fossil fuels are considered to be the main source of global environmental pollution. These emissions have contributed to climate change and the deterioration of the atmosphere, which impacted the welfare