POLITICAL ECONOMY ANALYSIS of Urban Resilience to Climate Change & Inclusion of Vulnerable Communities in the city-regions of Afgoye, Burco and Jowhar in Somalia

This publication presents findings from a European Union and UN-Habitat commissioned Political Economy Analysis (PEA) on factors that influence policy, government institutions, and local communities in the context of displacement and rapid urbanisation in Burco, Jowhar, and Afgoye.

The analysis explored long-term structural issues related to resilience and climate change, identified key stakeholders influencing resilience and climate impact reduction, examined the role of formal and informal institutions, and investigated localised theories of change.

It explores IDP motivations and aspirations, the role of clan and social networks, business, government and foreign aid in urban development. The report also contrasts the perspectives of different stakeholders- IDPS, Businesses, local authorities and Aid agencies regarding aid.

These findings will help in the implementation of a European Union funded project- Adkaysi
(2023-2026) which seeks to build resilience to climate change adaptation and promote social inclusion of vulnerable communities in Afgoye, Burco, and Jowhar.”