The Somali School of Government (SSOG) exists to help ordinary citizens, students, and officials understand how government, law, and democratic institutions are meant to work, and how to hold them to that standard.
The three branches of government
The Presidency
As the leader of country, our people will be able to follow what the president is working on as he leads us towards better governance and economic prosperity.
The Parliament
We provide the ability for all Somalis to learn and enhance the way parliament works in our beloved country.
The Council of Ministers
We provide basic knowledge to help Ministers perform better in handling operational matters as well as strategic issues.
Providing Quality Civics Education
Making a difference for all Somalis
Law and Justice for all Somalis
through civics education to all Somalis
Providing a Stable Government
Strengthening Somali Government Institutions
Our Mission
To make civics education freely accessible to anyone who wants to understand Somali governance, regardless of background or formal education.
Our Approach
Ten grounded lessons connect Somalia's own history to universal principles of democratic government, drawing on both local tradition and international practice.
Who It's For
Students preparing for civic life, officials strengthening their own understanding, and any citizen who wants to participate more fully in self-government.