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
Communiqué: Mogadishu Environmental Summit 2024
The Mogadishu Environmental Summit 2024 was held on December 5, 2024, at Hotel Jazeera in Mogadishu, Somalia. The summit convened a diverse group of stakeholders, including government representatives, academics, researchers, policymakers, private sector leaders, and civil society actors, to address the environmental challenges facing Somalia. The discussions were cent
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
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