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Mohamed Okash

Mr. Mohamed Okash is a researcher and ecosystem builder with domain interests and expertise spanning Sustainable development, Climate Change, Social Justice & International Affairs. His research interests focus on the intersection of sustainable development, climate change, digitalization, and social innovation. Currently, he is the founding director of the Institute of Climate and Environment (ICE Institute) at SIMAD University and a senior faculty member of the LéO Africa Institute in Uganda.

Earth Day 2024: Are we prepared enough to tackle plastic pollution in Somalia?

Storyline:Climate & Environment, Columnists

As Earth Day dawns upon Somalia, the nation stands at a critical juncture in its battle against plastic pollution. The pervasive presence of single-use plastics has encroached upon every facet of Somali life, from urban streets to coastal shores. With over 80% of plastic waste mismanaged, Somalia finds itself on the front lines of a planetary crisis, where the imperative for action has never been more urgent.
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