About SL-SAG
A civic policy collective advancing Somaliland's strategic interests through rigorous research and collaborative leadership.
Our Mission
The Somaliland Strategic Advisory Group (SL-SAG) is dedicated to fostering an environment of informed policy-making and strategic foresight. We believe that sustainable development and national security are rooted in the synthesis of traditional wisdom and modern evidence-based analysis. By bridging the gap between academic research and practical governance, we provide the Somaliland state and its citizens with the intellectual framework necessary to navigate the complexities of the 21st-century global landscape while preserving our unique cultural identity.
Our History
Foundation
Established as a small circle of expatriate scholars and local elders.
First Policy Forum
Convened the inaugural Hargeisa Strategic Dialogue with international observers.
Regional Security Initiative
Authored the definitive white paper on Red Sea security and maritime trade.
Digital Governance Expansion
Advisory role in modernizing Somaliland's electronic banking and identity systems.
Strategic Outlook
Launching our ten-year vision for sustainable sovereignty and economic resilience.
How We Work
Research
We conduct independent, rigorous primary research using both quantitative data and qualitative fieldwork across the region.
Convene
We bring together leaders from government, business, and civil society to facilitate high-level diplomatic and policy dialogue.
Publish
We disseminate our findings through peer-reviewed journals, policy briefs, and annual strategic outlook reports.
Governance & Structure
Board of Directors
Oversees organizational integrity and financial stewardship.
Advisory Council
Comprised of senior diplomats and esteemed academic figures.
Editorial Committee
Maintains the peer-review standards of all group publications.