About the Berbera Institute
An independent research organisation dedicated to policy-relevant analysis on the Horn of Africa.
Mission
Producing research that informs better policy across the Horn of Africa
We close the gap between rigorous analysis and practical decision-making. Our work is independent, evidence-based, and directly relevant to the challenges facing Horn governments, businesses, and communities.
Our history
2014
Founded in Hargeisa by Somali economists and policy analysts.
2016
First Berbera Economic Forum, 80 participants from 12 countries.
2018
Horn Dispatch podcast launched, now 38,000+ monthly listeners.
2021
Open data initiative launched with 48,000+ dataset downloads.
2024
Second office opened in Nairobi.
At a glance
2014
Founded
47
Researchers
214
Publications
6
Countries
Contact
Headquarters
Hargeisa, Somaliland
East Africa
Nairobi, Kenya