Rebuilding Somalia's Manufacturing Industry: Assessing Critical Determinants and Pathways for Economic Development

Abstract

This empirical study investigates how human capital, infrastructure, and government policies influence prospects for rebuilding manufacturing and enabling economic development in Somalia. A structured survey of 300 professionals examined direct impacts on the manufacturing industry. Analysis revealed human capital and stable governance positively affected economic progress, while infrastructure's effect was insignificant. The paper addresses Somalia’s critical need for promoting manufacturing amidst prolonged instability. Findings suggest policy and workforce development strategies for leveraging manufacturing for growth by overcoming binding constraints.