SMRRC — Somalia Marine Resources Research Centre
Somalia Marine ResourcesResearch Centre
Hay'adda Cilmibaarista Badaha Soomaaliyeed
Programmes

Our research programmes

SMRRC delivers its mandate through four scientific departments, supported by a cross-cutting knowledge and outreach unit.

Mandate Areas

Four mandated research areas, delivered through five departments

The SMRRC is mandated to undertake comprehensive research across Somalia's aquatic resources. Each mandate area is delivered by the departments and sub-units listed below.

Mandate 01

Fisheries & Aquaculture

Sustainable exploitation and management of fish stocks.

Related publications
Delivered by
Marine Resources Research Department
  • 01
    Fisheries & Species
  • 02
    Endangered Marine Species
  • 03
    Illegal Fishing / Marine Resource Protection
Mandate 02

Environmental Studies

Ecological monitoring and marine conservation.

Related publications
Delivered by
Marine Environment & Conservation Research Department
  • 01
    Marine Environment & Climate Change
  • 02
    Marine Pollution Studies
  • 03
    Coral Reefs & Mangroves
  • 04
    Marine Laboratory
Mandate 03

Oceanography

Scientific study of physical and chemical marine properties.

Related publications
Delivered by
Marine Environment & Conservation Research Department
  • 01
    Marine Laboratory
  • 02
    Marine Environment & Climate Change
  • 03
    Marine Pollution Studies
Key Achievements & Impact

Significant progress in protecting and understanding Somalia's marine environment

Five areas of impact identified in the SMRRC Institutional Profile.

Impact 0101

Scientific Research

Conducted vital studies on seawater quality and marine pollution.

Impact 0202

Blue Economy Growth

Supported the assessment and sustainable management of coastal barriers.

Impact 0303

Academic Collaboration

Promoted marine science in higher education through partnerships with research institutions.

Impact 0404

Environmental Protection

Addressed critical issues regarding environmental waste and identified hazardous materials.

Impact 0505

Community Resilience

Increased awareness of climate change risks among coastal populations.