Welcome to Somlens

Climate & Resource Intelligence for Peace

Somalia Peace Lens (SOMLENS) is a Somali-led nonprofit platform delivering trusted climate, environmental, geospatial, and natural resource intelligence to support peacebuilding and sustainable development across Somalia and the Horn of Africa.

Who we are

About SOMLENS

Somalia Peace Lens (SOMLENS) is a Somali-led nonprofit platform advancing climate, environmental, geospatial, and natural resource intelligence to support peacebuilding and sustainable development across Somalia and the Horn of Africa. Guided by our tagline, “Climate & Resource Intelligence for Peace,” we provide trusted insights for governments, humanitarian agencies, businesses, and communities.

Using satellite imagery, artificial intelligence (AI), geospatial analysis, open-source intelligence (OSINT), and field research, SOMLENS delivers evidence-based analysis on climate security, environmental risks, resource governance, and conflict dynamics. Our work bridges critical data gaps, enabling informed decisions that strengthen resilience, stability, and inclusive growth.

Our Intelligence Toolkit:

Satellite Imagery

Monitor environmental changes from space.

Satellite Imagery

Monitor environmental changes from space.

Artificial Intelligence (AI)

Analyze patterns and emerging risks.

Artificial Intelligence (AI)

Analyze patterns and emerging risks.

Geospatial Analysis (GIS)

Transform spatial data into insights.

Geospatial Analysis (GIS)

Transform spatial data into insights.

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Open-Source Intelligence (OSINT)

Gather intelligence from public sources.

Open-Source Intelligence (OSINT)

Gather intelligence from public sources.

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Field Research

Collect community-based local evidence.

Field Research

Collect community-based local evidence.

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Our programs

Five integrated programs

Evidence into practical action for climate- and resource-affected communities.

Climate Security & Risk Analysis

We analyze how climate stress, displacement, and conflict interact to support early warning, risk reduction, and peacebuilding.

Natural Resource & Extractives Monitoring

We track the environmental and social impacts of resource extraction to promote responsible management, stronger governance, and conflict-sensitive investment.

Environmental & Ecosystem Intelligence

We provide evidence on land degradation, deforestation, and environmental change to guide adaptation, conservation, and sustainable resource use.

Climate-Induced Displacement & Mobility

We monitor movements linked to drought, floods, and resource scarcity to support humanitarian planning and community resilience.

Geospatial & Decision-Support Services

We use satellite data, mapping, and visualization to turn complex information into practical insights for policy and action.

Services

What we offer

Practical analytical, advisory, and capacity-building services for peacebuilding, climate resilience, and responsible resource governance.

Environmental and Social Risk Assessments

Assessing environmental, social, and governance risks in line with ESG principles and international good practice

Climate Security and Conflict Risk Analysis

Analyzing climate-related risks, resource pressures, displacement, and conflict dynamics to support early warning and prevention.

Natural Resource and Extractives Monitoring

Tracking the social, environmental, and governance impacts of natural resource use and extractive activities.

Environmental and Ecosystem Assessments

Generating evidence on land degradation, deforestation, ecosystem change, and environmental risks.

Climate-Induced Displacement Analysis

Examining population movements linked to drought, floods, resource scarcity, and environmental stress.

Geospatial Mapping and Spatial Analysis

Using satellite imagery, mapping, and spatial data to support planning, monitoring, and decision-making.

Partners & stakeholders

Who we work with

Collaborating with diverse partners to ensure climate and resource intelligence is relevant, credible, and translates into meaningful action.

Government institutions

Humanitarian organisations

Development agencies

Research institutions

Private sector actors

Responsible investors

Local communities

Traditional leaders

Civil society

Regional & international partners

Meet Our Team

Meet The Brilliant Minds Powering Somlens Research Innovation

Ismail Ali

Managing Director

Ismail Ali

Research Director

Ismail Ali

Research Director

Latest news

Stay informed

Updates, press releases, and insights from SOMLENS and the field.

Climate Security Alert: Drought Pressures and Community Resilience in Somalia

Recent climate patterns indicate increasing drought risks across several regions of Somalia, placing additional pressure

June 6, 2026 No Comments

Work with SOMLENS

We welcome collaboration with governments, development and humanitarian partners, research institutions, private sector actors, and communities. Open to partnerships that advance peace, resilience, and sustainable development.