Shaping Policies, Transforming Futures
At Guularag Institute for Policy and Strategic Studies (GIPOSS), we are dedicated to research, policy analysis, and strategic advocacy to drive sustainable development in the Horn of Africa. Our work focuses on governance, economic growth, security, social development, climate resilience, and energy solutions.

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Policy, systems, and environmental (PSE) change strategies are a way of making sustainable, lasting change within a community to support healthy environments and behaviors across

Partner with GIPOSS in the Horn of Africa
Are you a policymaker, researcher, or development partner looking for impactful collaboration? Guularag Institute for Policy and Strategic Studies (GIPOSS) is your gateway to informed decision-making in

Partner with GIPOSS to Drive Change in the Horn of Africa
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How GIPOSS is Shaping the Future of Policy & Development
At Guularag Institute for Policy and Strategic Studies (GIPOSS), we believe that strong policies, research, and advocacy are the foundation of sustainable development. 🌍✨ Our

Guularag Institute for Policy and Strategic Studies (GIPOSS) Officially Launched!
We are excited to announce the official launch of the Guularag Institute for Policy and Strategic Studies (GIPOSS)—a regional research and policy think tank dedicated
Who We Are
Guularag Institute for Policy and Strategic Studies (GIPOSS) is a regional think tank dedicated to research, policy analysis, and advocacy in the Horn of Africa. Based in Hargeisa, Somaliland, we focus on governance, security, economic development, social progress, and environmental sustainability. Through data-driven insights, strategic partnerships, and capacity-building initiatives, we work to inform policies and drive positive change across Somaliland, Somalia, Djibouti, Ethiopia, and Kenya.
Our Programs
- Research & Policy Analysis
- Governance & Democracy Initiatives
- Capacity Building & Training
- Security & Stability Studies
Meet The Team
The GIPOSS team is composed of experts in areas such as governance, security, and development, dedicated to advancing sustainable growth in the Horn of Africa. They conduct research, provide policy insights, and collaborate to address regional challenges and foster stability.
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GIPOSS is the Guularag Institute for Policy and Strategic Studies, a regional research institute and policy think tank focused on social and economic development, governance, security, environment, and energy in the Horn of Africa.
GIPOSS focuses on key areas such as social and economic development, governance, security, environment, and energy, specifically in Somaliland, Somalia, Djibouti, Ethiopia, and Kenya.
GIPOSS conducts in-depth research, provides evidence-based policy recommendations, and fosters regional collaborations to address challenges and promote sustainable development in the Horn of Africa.
GIPOSS influences policy-making by providing insightful research and recommendations that help shape governance and development strategies in the Horn of Africa.