Mining and Minerals

Objectives of the session

The session will focus on the following key areas for discussion:

Current status for mining in Somaliland and challenges to improving the sector: Somaliland has a number of known mineral deposits, but the mining sector is still in its early stages of development. Some of the challenges to improving the sector include a lack of investment, a lack of skilled labor, and a weak legal and regulatory framework.
Potential mining sites: There are a number of potential mining sites in Somaliland, but more exploration is needed to determine their full potential. The baseline assessment on Mining and Minerals must provide more information on this.
Legal and regulatory framework: Somaliland has a mining code that provides the legal framework for the mining sector. However, the code is still under development and there are some gaps that need to be addressed.
Promoting investment in mining: Somaliland is looking to attract investment in the mining sector.

Some specific questions during the panel discussion:

Session opening remarks:
- Welcome and introductions by the moderator
- Brief mining video showcase
Policy brief presentation:
- Gollis University: " Barrier of Mining and Minerals on social economics."
Panelists and Moderator:

Hinda Jamac Xirse, CEO of Rahma Mining and Company, a leading mining company in Somaliland
Omar Yusuf Omar, Director of Warsan Energy and Mining Services, a company that provides a range of services to the mining sector in Somaliland
Abdiqadir Hirse Rooble, Mining Expert and Technical Advisor to Rooble Mining Company, a mining company that is developing a new gold mine in Somaliland
Eng. Fahima Mohamed Hassan, Session Moderator

Closing remarks:
- Summary of the discussion by the moderator
- Next steps for Mining and Minerals