Mohamed Nimcale

Senior Statistician Lecturer,
CEO & Founder of @mdacso

[Mohamed Nimcale @nimcale]

@AbdisalamHumbul @NBS_Somalia Very grateful @AbdisalamHumbul for your visionary leadership, trust, encouragement and unwavering support throughout this initiative. Your guidance were instrumental for the completion of this important work. very proud to be part of it.
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[Mohamed Nimcale @nimcale]

Today, I had the privilege of presenting the findings of the report. As the consultant responsible for the data analysis, interpretation, & report writing, I am proud to have contributed to this study, which applies MODA methodology using SIHBS data. #childPoverty

[Somalia National Bureau of Statistics @NBS_Somalia]

New Evidence for Better Outcomes for Somalia’s Children

Somalia National Bureau of Statistics, in partnership with UNICEF Somalia, today launched the Multidimensional Child Poverty and Deprivation Analysis, providing critical evidence to strengthen child-focused policymaking, planning, nvestment and internments in Somalia.

The report was unveiled by H.E. (Hon) Mohamud Abdirahman Sheikh Farah (BeeneBeene), Minister of Planning, Investment & Economic Development, in the company of H.E. Ali Hajji Adam, Minister of Health & Human Services; H.E. Prof. Saalim Caliyoow Ibroow, Minister of Labour & Social Affairs; H.E. Amb. Khadija Mohamed Al-Makhzoumi, Minister of Women & Family Affairs; Dr. Abdisalam Abdirahman Mohamed, Director General of SNBS; Dr. Hassan Adam Hosow, Chief Economic Advisor to the President & Executive Director of National Economic Council; Mr. Mahamud Moallim Abdulle, Commissioner of SoDMA; and Sandra Lattouf, UNICEF Representative in Somalia. The event also brought together other senior government officials, UN agencies, development & humanitarian partners, academia, civil society organizations among other stakeholders.

Drawing on data from the 2022 Somalia Integrated Household Budget Survey (SIHBS), the analysis examines child wellbeing across key dimensions such as housing, sanitation, education, nutrition, water & access to information. The findings underscore the importance of integrated & coordinated approaches to addressing overlapping deprivations affecting children.

In his keynote speech, Minister for Planning, Hon. BeeneBeene emphasized, "investing in children is investing in Somalia’s future. Credible data and official statistics are indispensable for designing effective policies, targeting resources efficiently and ensuring that every child benefits from our national development planning and development."

Speaking at the launch, SNBS Director General Dr. Abdisalam Mohamed, noted, “your high level participation today underpins our shared commitment to ensuring that every Somali child has the opportunity not only to survive, but to learn, develop, thrive and reach full potential”, adding that the true value of statistics lies in its ability to inform decisions, improve targeting and translate evidence into better outcomes.

The report provides an important evidence base for advancing the implementation of Somalia’s National Transformation Plan (2025–2029), Vision 2060 and the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). @AbdisalamHumbul @abdirahm_omar
To access, read and download the full report, visit SNBS website at https://t.co/eXACxgZDpc

#OfficialStatistics #DataForDevelopment #Vision2060 #NationalTransformationPlan

[Mohamed Nimcale @nimcale]

Very glad to have successfully concluded a 2 weeks seminar jointly organized by SIMAD & @mdacso . The seminar focused on strengthening participants’ skills in data management, analysis, measurement & interpretation of health indicators using R and Excel.
#Data4Health #R #Excel

[Mohamed Nimcale @nimcale]

Excited to launch E-learning Platform which will offer practical courses in Applied Statistics and Data Management & Analysis Skills

👉 Start learning today: https://t.co/GzM8SliT9U

#DataAnalysis #AppliedStatistics #Elearning #MDAC #Somalia

[Mohamed Nimcale @nimcale]

The MPI approach provides a comprehensive understanding of poverty & helps policymakers design effective and targeted interventions to improve people’s lives. In Somalia, @NBS_Somalia published the first MPI report in 2024. Access full report https://t.co/JJnvAYie2W

[Mohamed Nimcale @nimcale]

𝗣𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘁𝘆 𝗶𝘀 𝗠𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝗧𝗵𝗮𝗻 𝗜𝗻𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗲

1/3 Poverty has traditionally been based on income. While this approach is useful but it does not fully capture the living condition of population. So what to do to
address this limitation?

[Mohamed Nimcale @nimcale]

2/3 National statistics offices use the Multidimensional Poverty Index (MPI) developed by the @ophi_oxford. The MPI measures poverty by examining multiple dimensions of deprivation including health, education, and living standards at the same time.

[Mohamed Nimcale @nimcale]

An economic development & technological progress are gradually making global consumption patterns more alike since products & services that were once considered luxuries ( smartphones, internet access, & digital services) are now widely available. Source @TheEconomist

[Mohamed Nimcale @nimcale]

An important step toward institutionalizing multidimensional child poverty measurement in 🇸🇴. Thanks @NBS_Somalia leadership DG Dr. @AbdisalamHumbul for prioritizing this framework which ll enhance the rights of our children. #ChildPoverty #MODA #EvidenceBasedPolicy #ChildRights

[Somalia National Bureau of Statistics @NBS_Somalia]

Somalia National Bureau of Statistics today held a Validation Workshop for the establishment of Somalia’s Multiple Overlapping Deprivation Analysis (MODA) Framework that is aimed at strengthening child poverty measurement & evidence-based policymaking.

MODA framework provides a comprehensive, child-rights-based approach to measuring multidimensional deprivation, going beyond income indicators to capture children’s lived experiences in such key dimensions as education, health, water, sanitation, protection, housing & information.

In his opening remarks, Director General, Dr Abdisalam Mohamed, underscored SNBS’s mandate to produce credible, timely & policy-relevant statistics, expressing appreciation to SNBS & UNICEF technical experts whose collaboration & rigorous work have brought the framework to this important validation stage.

Participants were encouraged to engage actively throughout the workshop to refine methodology, address any technical gaps & ensure a robust, nationally owned framework that guides integrated policies & targeted interventions to improve the well-being of Somali children. @AbdisalamHumbul @abdirahm_omar

[Somalia National Bureau of Statistics @NBS_Somalia]

SNBS convened dissemination workshop on the findings of Somalia’s Child Poverty Analysis using Multidimensional Overlapping Deprivation Analysis (MODA) framework. Drawing on data from Somali Household Budget Survey, study provides evidence on child deprivation in key dimensions to inform policies, programs & SDG monitoring.

The workshop brought together government MDAs, international partners, academia & civil society to examine the findings, discuss policy implications & strengthen use of MODA evidence in planning. It also advanced national dialogue on institutionalizing child poverty measurement within Somalia’s official statistics system.

SNBS appreciates the strong collaboration with UNICEF, under whose partnership the workshop was convened, and thanks all stakeholders for technical engagement & commitment to evidence-based decision-making to improve child well-being in Somalia. @AbdisalamHumbul @abdirahm_omar
#DataForDevelopment

[Mohamed Nimcale @nimcale]

Honored to attend the grand opening of #AmaraHotel , a new symbol of luxury & excellence in hospitality industry. Amara’s modern facilities & elegant design reflect the city’s growing potential & vibrant future. #AmaraHotel #Mogadishu #Hospitality #Somalia #Development

[Mohamed Nimcale @nimcale]

Huge congratulations to DG @AbdisalamHumbul on being awarded your PhD, you’ve earned this through so much effort and perseverance. We are really proud of you

[Mohamed Nimcale @nimcale]

It has been an inspiring & insightful learning journey, deepening my understanding #MPI. It was 1 week filled with deep discussions, practical exercises, & valuable knowledge that I’m eager to bring into my professional work. Many thanks to @ophi_oxford team led by @sabina_alkire

[Mohamed Nimcale @nimcale]

@alihwarsame Alxamdulilaah isagaan hada London ku imid, qofka wata ayaana dareemaya qiimihiisa

[Mohamed Nimcale @nimcale]

Honored to meet @sabina_alkire, Director of @ophi_oxford, during the OPHI Advanced Course. Her humility and brilliance in advancing the field of multidimensional poverty are truly inspiring. A role model for researchers and practitioners alike

[Mohamed Nimcale @nimcale]

@AbdisalamHumbul @NBS_Somalia Well done Dr Abdisalan for Sharing 🇸🇴’s progress on such a global platform. Strengthening economic statistics through collaboration, innovation, and commitment, even in fragile contexts, is truly impactful

[Mohamed Nimcale @nimcale]

Delivered the best techniques can be get data from mother of children 5-17. This data will help us to assess key indicators about children like ch’ background, ch labour, ch discipline, ch functioning, HH involvement in Education, & foundational learning skills ChildPovertyExpert

[Mohamed Nimcale @nimcale]

@musebiihi @MikeNith1 Intaas ayaad ilowday madaxweyne

[Mohamed Nimcale @nimcale]

@AbdisalamHumbul @WorldBank Well Done DG, Dr. Abdisalan

[Mohamed Nimcale @nimcale]

Hambalyo walaashey aan jecelahay Ayaan Mohamed ( yaraanta guriga) & seedigey Dalha Abdikarin oo maanta arooskooda ka dhacay muqdisho waxaana leeyahay wiil & caano gabar & caano, reerkii lagu farxee lagu nagaadee wadaa jiree nabad galaa Allahayow idinka yeel