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I have no idea.. but I think there is a possibility for biofuel production since Somali waters are rich in algae. I forget to mention that fish stocks can recover but at a certain level of decline (Scientists say ten years) and need long years of strict management. But when trawls destroy fish...

Financially speaking, aquaculture needs more techniques and efforts. I mean an industrial level not basic. It's an alternative solution but we have good quality wild fish. No one chooses reef fish and yellowtuna over tilapia. So we only need to develop fishing techniques and it's much easier...

I will be very happy if we can talk more.. you can email me at mahadallemb@gmail.com. Thanks!

Yep, the government should prioritize developing domestic fisheries and local consumption. Capacity building programs should to the people who really need them. Government has no such plans and everything is run by NGOs. Exporting seafood is also an important source of hard currency. Small scale...

I use open source platforms such as Global Fishing Watch and marine traffic.com if their Automatic Identification System is on but most illegal fishing within Somalia EEZ are dark vessels and since what they are doing is illegal they off their AIS. I use satellite imagery to track, ID them, and...

Two great questions! My college mates went back home and they mainly teach in universities. You know research need fund and facilities. Although they are in their early career they are qualified to be in top positions and I believe they can bring change but you know how our country is run. Right...

A new study shows that it affects fish and other marine life in many ways due to seismic waves used in oil exploration. I can't recall exactly but definitely, it affects.

Not a good solution brother. We need to face the reality and fix these issues. and the most proper way to fix it is to hold corrupt officials accountable and the other part of the problem which is foreign illegal fishing as a general can be easily eliminated and ended. Thanks!

Thanks walal. I can say yes we have rich fishing grounds as long Somali Current continues to bring deep rich nutrient water to the surface. Somali waters are a feeding ground for tuna and tuna-like species and Somalia has a huge advantage to become a fishing nation and develop a sustainable...

Another very good question. I usually say I don't know, we don't know. Somalia doesn't have a unified data collection system and national catch statistics. No fish stock assessments conducted. No data means that we can't say catch declined scientifically but we can rely on Somalia fishermen...

I think the Somali government should protect the interest of all Somalis including the right of Somali fisherfolks to have access and exploit their resources. Fishermen associations are very important and I always advocate that they must be part of the decision making process. We need a unified...

Yes, hazardous waste has been dumped for a long time but I did not encounter a toxicity study of seafood in Somalia. However, what I am sure of is that stolen fish and shrimp from Somalia are consumed in countries that have advanced seafood inspection. So I think it's safe to eat.

That's a good question. Thanks! illegal fishing is a worldwide problem and has been a longstanding issue in Somalia. But Somali authorities are part of the problem at both FGS and member states level. Corruption and secret fishing agreements etc are very common.

Yes, it's an interesting field of study. If you are fascinated by marine life and want to enjoy research in biology or study other scientific aspects of the Ocean. You need a good background in scientific subjects and a passion to study. Go ahead! Good luck to you!

Saturday 16 Jan 2021: Omar Mahadalle Omar Mahadalle is a marine scientist, researcher, and environmental activist. He is primarily interested in fisheries management and actively involved in science communication using outreach tools such as Twitter to address key issues in Somali fisheries...

Yes there was , as i mentioned in other comments i think that the nomadic and settled architecture of somalia are a very interesting example of unique somali architecture

We can certainly renovate most of them and add a bit of contemporary style into them. Those houses of 1970/80 are way better designed of 99% of the one built today in Somalia. The most effective and inexpensive way is to pay a professional that can helps you to save money , sadly too many people...

A very delicate question. Building a memorial implicate the fact that the event is now part of the past . But about somalia is it really like that ? i read often comments and discussions that are still far from being peaceful or intellectually good and this is happens in Somalia as much as in...

If i have to choose i think that i am in love with some of the small houses of barawa, designed with local stones and simple architecture with maybe a small garden .

Beautiful question with a sad answer. NO. There are many regulations but no one enforce them. For example in the historical center you can't build in certain areas or using certain colors or material. There is sadly not enough power to empower the laws and also the problems are different and...