Reshaping Somali Cities Through Policy, Design, and Technology
Somalia is experiencing one of the fastest urban transitions in the world. CUSI exists to make sure this transformation is equitable, resilient, and future-ready.
Somalia is experiencing one of the fastest urban transitions in the world. CUSI exists to make sure this transformation is equitable, resilient, and future-ready.
Somalia is experiencing one of the fastest urban transitions in the world. CUSI exists to make sure this transformation is equitable, resilient, and future-ready.
Cities Are Growing Fast.
The Time to Act Is Now.
Cities Are Growing Fast.
The Time to Act Is Now.
With nearly half the population already urban and cities expanding by more than 4% every year, Somalia is at a crossroads. Rapid growth is bringing new opportunities—but also congestion, housing pressures, and rising risks.
CUSI is Somalia’s first urban policy institute. We provide research, digital tools, and partnerships that help municipalities plan better, deliver services, and prepare for sustainable futures.
With nearly half the population already urban and cities expanding by more than 4% every year, Somalia is at a crossroads. Rapid growth is bringing new opportunities—but also congestion, housing pressures, and rising risks.
CUSI is Somalia’s first urban policy institute. We provide research, digital tools, and partnerships that help municipalities plan better, deliver services, and prepare for sustainable futures.
4%
annual urban growth
70%
of GDP from cities
1st
omali-led urban institute
5
regional hubs planned
4%
annual urban growth
70%
of GDP from cities
1st
omali-led urban institute
5
regional hubs planned
What We Do
What We Do
We support Somali municipalities with research, tools, and partnerships that help them govern better, plan smarter, and build resilient cities.
Urban Mobility & Transport
Urban Mobility & Transport
Reduce congestion, improve pedestrian and freight movement, and apply ITS tools to manage urban traffic in real time.
Urban Mobility & Transport
Reduce congestion, improve pedestrian and freight movement, and apply ITS tools to manage urban traffic in real time.
Public Safety and Urban Form
Public Safety and Urban Form
Design safer neighborhoods through lighting, street layouts, and community-based planning.
Public Safety and Urban Form
Design safer neighborhoods through lighting, street layouts, and community-based planning.
Climate & Environmental Resilience
Climate & Environmental Resilience
Help cities prepare for rising temperatures, flooding, and sea-level rise through adaptation planning and green infrastructure.
Climate & Environmental Resilience
Help cities prepare for rising temperatures, flooding, and sea-level rise through adaptation planning and green infrastructure.
Land Use & Zoning
Land Use & Zoning
Support the creation and enforcement of land use plans and zoning codes to protect public space and guide growth.
Land Use & Zoning
Support the creation and enforcement of land use plans and zoning codes to protect public space and guide growth.
Why Work With CUSI?
Why Work With CUSI?
For Somali Cities, By Somali Experts
We’re the first Somali-led urban policy institute, shaping growth from the inside out.
For Somali Cities, By Somali Experts
We’re the first Somali-led urban policy institute, shaping growth from the inside out.
Innovation at the Core
From transport to climate resilience, our digital-first approach builds cities that are future-ready.
Innovation at the Core
From transport to climate resilience, our digital-first approach builds cities that are future-ready.
Trusted Partnerships
We work with governments, universities, and global leaders to ensure Somali cities thrive for generations.
Trusted Partnerships
We work with governments, universities, and global leaders to ensure Somali cities thrive for generations.
For Somali Cities, By Somali Experts
We’re the first Somali-led urban policy institute, shaping growth from the inside out.
Innovation at the Core
From transport to climate resilience, our digital-first approach builds cities that are future-ready.
Trusted Partnerships
We work with governments, universities, and global leaders to ensure Somali cities thrive for generations.
Working Together for Better Cities
Government: Federal, state, local and municipalities
Academic : Educational institutions such as colleges & universities
Development Partners: National and international development partners and local civil society organizations
Working Together for Better Cities
Government: Federal, state, local and municipalities
Academic : Educational institutions such as colleges & universities
Development Partners: National and international development partners and local civil society organizations
“CUSI represents exactly what our cities need—independent research, strong design, and the right tools to prepare for rapid growth.”
— Emily Carter, Volunteer Coordinator
“CUSI represents exactly what our cities need—independent research, strong design, and the right tools to prepare for rapid growth.”
— Emily Carter, Volunteer Coordinator
Seizing the Opportunity
Somalia’s cities are at a crossroads. The choices we make today will shape generations.
Join us in building inclusive, resilient, and innovative Somali cities.
Seizing the Opportunity
Somalia’s cities are at a crossroads. The choices we make today will shape generations.
Join us in building inclusive, resilient, and innovative Somali cities.