The Managing Director of HESPI, Dr. Ali Issa participated on the 2nd Somali Regional Studies Conference, which was held on Dec. 12-13, 2022 in Jigjiga, Ethiopia. The theme for this year's conference was on “Building Resilient Communities and Sustainable Institutions in the Somali Region while unpacking Ethiopia’s Social Contract”. The conference provided a platform for much needed reflection and discussion on creating viable inter- and intra-community relationships, fostering closer connections and improved society and state relations, as well as fostering resiliency in the livelihoods of communities across the region and beyond.
The Managing Director of HESPI, Dr. Ali Issa participated on the 2nd Somali Regional Studies Conference, which was held on Dec. 12-13, 2022 in Jigjiga, Ethiopia. The theme for this year's conference was on “Building Resilient Communities and Sustainable Institutions in the Somali Region while unpacking Ethiopia’s Social Contract”. The conference provided a platform for much needed reflection and discussion on creating viable inter- and intra-community relationships, fostering closer connections and improved society and state relations, as well as fostering resiliency in the livelihoods of communities across the region and beyond.
The Managing Director of HESPI, Dr. Ali Issa participated on the 2nd Somali Regional Studies Conference, which was held on Dec. 12-13, 2022 in Jigjiga, Ethiopia. The theme for this year's conference was on “Building Resilient Communities and Sustainable Institutions in the Somali Region while unpacking Ethiopia’s Social Contract”. The conference provided a platform for much needed reflection and discussion on creating viable inter- and intra-community relationships, fostering closer connections and improved society and state relations, as well as fostering resiliency in the livelihoods of communities across the region and beyond.
The Managing Director of HESPI, Dr. Ali Issa making his presentation at the conference
HESPI participated on the 2nd Somali Regional Studies Conference
HESPI participated on the 2nd Somali Regional Studies Conference
HESPI participated on the 2nd Somali Regional Studies Conference
HESPI held a Board of Directors virtual platform meeting on the 10th of December 2022. The Chairperson opened the meeting with a welcoming remark and brief statement on the impact of the economic turbulence and insecurity in the sub region on the Institute's operations. The management of HESPI then presented reports on the Institute current year's work programs and budget, and the estimates for 2023. The Board members discussed in detail the means of further expanding the core activities and networks; and also appreciated the efforts the institute is making to be a Centre of Excellence.
HESPI held a Board of Directors virtual platform meeting on the 10th of December 2022. The Chairperson opened the meeting with a welcoming remark and brief statement on the impact of the economic turbulence and insecurity in the sub region on the Institute's operations. The management of HESPI then presented reports on the Institute current year's work programs and budget, and the estimates for 2023. The Board members discussed in detail the means of further expanding the core activities and networks; and also appreciated the efforts the institute is making to be a Centre of Excellence.
HESPI held a Board of Directors virtual platform meeting on the 10th of December 2022. The Chairperson opened the meeting with a welcoming remark and brief statement on the impact of the economic turbulence and insecurity in the sub region on the Institute's operations. The management of HESPI then presented reports on the Institute current year's work programs and budget, and the estimates for 2023. The Board members discussed in detail the means of further expanding the core activities and networks; and also appreciated the efforts the institute is making to be a Centre of Excellence.
HESPI Board of Directors and HESPI Management team
HESPI Board of Directors and HESPI Management team
HESPI Board of Directors and HESPI Management team
HESPI Board of Directors meeting
HESPI Board of Directors meeting
HESPI Board of Directors meeting
African Capacity Building Foundation (ACBF) under the Strengthening African Leadership for Climate Adaption(SALCA) initiative had a Capacity Need Assessment (CNA) validation workshop after identifying the Horn Economic and Social Policy Institute (HESPI) capacity needs on November 8 - 11, 2022 in Addis Ababa.
African Capacity Building Foundation (ACBF) under the Strengthening African Leadership for Climate Adaption(SALCA) initiative had a Capacity Need Assessment (CNA) validation workshop after identifying the Horn Economic and Social Policy Institute (HESPI) capacity needs on November 8 - 11, 2022 in Addis Ababa.
African Capacity Building Foundation (ACBF) under the Strengthening African Leadership for Climate Adaption(SALCA) initiative had a Capacity Need Assessment (CNA) validation workshop after identifying the Horn Economic and Social Policy Institute (HESPI) capacity needs on November 8 - 11, 2022 in Addis Ababa.
Dr. Zablone, Mr. Willis, and Mr. Joseph from ACBF with HESPI team
ACBF - HESPI CNA validation Workshop
ACBF - HESPI CNA validation Workshop
ACBF - HESPI CNA validation Workshop
Dr. Ali Issa, Managing Director of HESPI and Mr. Edris Hussein, HESPI Senior Research Associate participated at the 5th high-level National Economic Policy Forum organized by the National Economic Council of Somalia on June 20 - 21, 2022 in Mogadishu, Somalia. This year’s Forum focused on the “Growth and Economic Transformation Strategy (GETS)”.
Dr. Ali Issa, Managing Director of HESPI and Mr. Edris Hussein, HESPI Senior Research Associate participated at the 5th high-level National Economic Policy Forum organized by the National Economic Council of Somalia on June 20 - 21, 2022 in Mogadishu, Somalia. This year’s Forum focused on the “Growth and Economic Transformation Strategy (GETS)”.
Dr. Ali Issa, Managing Director of HESPI and Mr. Edris Hussein, HESPI Senior Research Associate participated at the 5th high-level National Economic Policy Forum organized by the National Economic Council of Somalia on June 20 - 21, 2022 in Mogadishu, Somalia. This year’s Forum focused on the “Growth and Economic Transformation Strategy (GETS)”.
HESPI representatives at the 5th National Economic Policy Forum.
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HESPI representatives at the 5th National Economic Policy Forum.
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HESPI representatives at the 5th National Economic Policy Forum.
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HESPI participated at the 5th National Economic Policy Forum
HESPI participated at the 5th National Economic Policy Forum
HESPI participated at the 5th National Economic Policy Forum
Dr. Ali Issa, Managing Director of HESPI participated at the Public Sector Good Governance Conference organized by the Auditor General Office of Somalia on February 23-24,2022 in Mogadishu, Somalia. The conference highlighted the state of good governance in Somalia and how information technology and innovation can be leveraged to promote financial integrity, accountability and transparency of public sector operations.
Dr. Ali Issa, Managing Director of HESPI participated at the Public Sector Good Governance Conference organized by the Auditor General Office of Somalia on February 23-24,2022 in Mogadishu, Somalia. The conference highlighted the state of good governance in Somalia and how information technology and innovation can be leveraged to promote financial integrity, accountability and transparency of public sector operations.
Dr. Ali Issa, Managing Director of HESPI participated at the Public Sector Good Governance Conference organized by the Auditor General Office of Somalia on February 23-24,2022 in Mogadishu, Somalia. The conference highlighted the state of good governance in Somalia and how information technology and innovation can be leveraged to promote financial integrity, accountability and transparency of public sector operations.
HESPI representatives at the 5th National Economic Policy Forum.
Photo by NEC
HESPI representatives at the 5th National Economic Policy Forum.
Photo by NEC
HESPI representatives at the Public Sector Good Governance Conference
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HESPI participated at a Public Sector Good Governance Conference
HESPI participated at a Public Sector Good Governance Conference
HESPI participated at a Public Sector Good Governance Conference
What’s New
HESPI signed a grant agreement with the Swedish International Development Agency’s (SIDA) Regional Development Cooperation in Africa, at the Embassy of Sweden, in Addis Ababa on December 9, 2022
HESPI signed a grant agreement with the Swedish International Development Agency’s (SIDA) Regional Development Cooperation in Africa, at the Embassy of Sweden, in Addis Ababa on December 9, 2022
HESPI signed a grant agreement with the Swedish International Development Agency’s (SIDA) Regional Development Cooperation in Africa, at the Embassy of Sweden, in Addis Ababa on December 9, 2022
HESPI signed a grant agreement with the Swedish International Development Agency’s (SIDA) Regional Development Cooperation in Africa, at the Embassy of Sweden, in Addis Ababa on December 9, 2022
HESPI signed a grant agreement with the Swedish International Development Agency’s (SIDA) Regional Development Cooperation in Africa, at the Embassy of Sweden, in Addis Ababa on December 9, 2022
HESPI signed a grant agreement with the Swedish International Development Agency’s (SIDA) Regional Development Cooperation in Africa, at the Embassy of Sweden, in Addis Ababa on December 9, 2022
The Horn Economic and Social Policy Institute (HESPI) has been selected as one of "2020 Think Tanks with Outstanding Policy-Oriented Research Programs" by the Global Go To Think Tank Index Report published in January 2021.
The Horn Economic and Social Policy Institute (HESPI) has been selected as one of "2020 Think Tanks with Outstanding Policy-Oriented Research Programs" by the Global Go To Think Tank Index Report published in January 2021.
The Horn Economic and Social Policy Institute (HESPI) has been selected as one of "2020 Think Tanks with Outstanding Policy-Oriented Research Programs" by the Global Go To Think Tank Index Report published in January 2021.
Policy Briefs
Cross-Border Infrastructure Cooperation in the Horn of Africa (HoA) Region
Food Security, Climate Challenges and Resilience Building in the Horn of Africa (HoA)
Regional Integration & Trade Development in the HoA: Progress and Challenges
Sustainable Financing for Trade and Investment in the Horn of Africa (HoA) Region
The Covid-19 Pandemic in the IGAD Region: Impact on Health and the Economy
