Event Name: Engineering for Tomorrow: Building a Resilient Somalia Date: March 4, 2024 Format: Online and Social Media Event Organizer: Somali Engineers Association (SEA) – Officially registered under Article 54 of the Somali Civil Law and relaunched in 2024 to empower Somali engineers and promote sustainable development.
About the Event:
Join the Somali Engineers Association (SEA) as we celebrate World Engineering Day 2025 with the theme, “Shaping a Sustainable Future Through Engineering”. This online event marks a new chapter for SEA, relaunched in 2024 to continue its mission of uniting engineers, promoting professionalism, and driving innovation in Somalia.
What to Expect:
Research Findings: Discover the results of SEA’s first engineering research, “State of Engineering in Somalia: A Survey Report”, highlighting key insights: Gender: 5.1% female engineers, 94.9% male. Age: 77.4% under 30, 20.9% aged 30-40, and 1.7% above 40. Education: 79.1% studied locally, 20.9% studied abroad.
Success Stories: Learn about the Biogas Project, a groundbreaking initiative converting waste into clean energy, showcasing Somali engineering innovation. Infographics Video: Watch an engaging video on the role of sustainable engineering in addressing Somalia’s challenges, including: Energy Access: 66% (2019), with urban access at 78.6% and rural at 53.5%. Water Scarcity: 411 m³ per capita (2017), down from 2,000 m³ in 1962. Displacement: 1.1M+ IDPs in Banadir (2022), with 32% new displacements to Mogadishu (2017–2018). Urban Growth: 4.3% annually, leading to housing issues like informal settlements and land disputes. Flood Impact: 1M+ affected in 2020, 250K displaced in 2023.
Expert Insights: Hear from Somali engineers and sustainability experts on building a resilient future for Somalia, focusing on:
Renewable energy expansion (solar and wind).
Flood solutions (drainage, defenses, wetlands restoration).
Climate-resilient housing and legal frameworks for land tenure.
Addressing poor infrastructure and developing sustainable solutions.
Writing and adopting building codes tailored to Somalia’s climate and needs.
Interactive Engagement: Participate in live Q&A sessions and discussions on social media platforms.
