1.Somalia National Household Energy Survey

National Household Survey on Energy Access and Consumption in Somalia

Project Snapshot

Client: World Bank / EED Advisory
Location: Nationwide, Somalia
Implementation Period: 2024–2025
Status: Completed
Sector: Energy & Environment
Target Groups:
Somali households, policymakers, energy sector stakeholders, development partners

Evaluation Objectives

1. Generate nationally representative data on household energy access and usage
2. Assess affordability, reliability, and quality of energy services
3. Identify barriers to clean and sustainable energy adoption
4. Inform policy development and investment planning

Background & Rationale

Limited and fragmented data on household energy access and consumption has constrained effective energy planning in Somalia. Understanding how households access, use, and pay for energy is essential for developing inclusive energy policies and attracting investment. This national survey was commissioned to address critical evidence gaps and support data-driven decision-making in the energy sector.

Scope of Work

1. Designed survey methodology and sampling framework
2. Developed household survey tools and data collection protocols
3. Recruited, trained, and supervised field teams
4. Conducted nationwide household data collection
5. Cleaned, analyzed, and documented survey data

Methodology & Approach

A quantitative household survey methodology was applied using standardized tools and nationally representative sampling. Data were collected on energy sources, consumption patterns, costs, and service reliability, supported by real-time monitoring and quality assurance mechanisms to ensure accuracy and reliability.

Key Outputs & Deliverables

1. National household energy survey report
2. Cleaned and validated datasets
3. Analytical insights on energy access and affordability
4. Policy-relevant recommendations

Key Findings & Results

1. Significant disparities in energy access between urban and rural households
2. High dependence on traditional and non-renewable energy sources
3. Energy costs represent a major burden for low-income households
4. Strong potential exists for renewable and off-grid energy solutions

Beneficiaries & Stakeholders

1. Somali households
2. Federal and State energy authorities
3. World Bank and development partners
4. Private sector energy providers

Geographic Coverage
The survey covered accessible regions across Somalia, ensuring national representation of household energy access and consumption patterns.