Fiscal Analysis
Strengthening Somalia's fiscal management by providing comprehensive analysis, research, and advisory services adapting international best practices to improve public finance transparency, revenue forecasting, and fiscal policy assessment.
Partner With UsOur vision
To become the leading institution in Somalia for independent fiscal analysis, promoting sound fiscal policies and contributing to economic stability and growth.
Our mission
To enhance the capacity of public and private institutions by delivering evidence-based fiscal analysis, facilitating informed decision-making, and fostering transparency and accountability in public finance.
Core objectives
Promote Evidence-Based Fiscal Policy Development
- Conduct independent analysis of fiscal policies and provide recommendations to improve budget efficiency.
- Assess the impact of fiscal measures on socio-economic outcomes to guide policy reforms.
Strengthen Budget and Expenditure Analysis
- Provide real-time tracking of budget implementation to ensure alignment with development goals.
- Analyze public spending to identify inefficiencies and propose improvements.
Enhance Revenue Forecasting and Fiscal Planning
- Support the Ministry of Finance in developing revenue forecasts and expenditure frameworks.
- Monitor the performance of tax and non-tax revenues and identify trends and potential risks.
Foster Transparency and Public Engagement in Fiscal Governance
- Publish accessible reports on fiscal performance to promote public understanding and engagement.
- Facilitate dialogue between government, civil society, and international partners on fiscal matters.
Core programs
Fiscal Policy Analysis and Research
- Analyze the impact of fiscal policies on economic growth, poverty reduction, and public service delivery.
- Provide sector-specific analysis of public expenditures, focusing on health, education, and infrastructure.
Budget Monitoring and Reporting
- Develop budget monitoring tools to track expenditure performance.
- Produce quarterly and annual reports evaluating government budget performance.
Revenue Forecasting and Tax Policy Advisory
- Support the development of reliable revenue forecasting models.
- Evaluate the effectiveness of tax policies and recommend strategies for broadening the tax base.
Capacity Building and Training
- Provide workshops and training for government officials on fiscal analysis, budgeting, and revenue forecasting.
- Facilitate peer learning and knowledge-sharing platforms for public finance practitioners.
Program divisions
Key indicators
- Number of fiscal reports published annually.
- Improved budget execution rates as a result of the center's recommendations.
- Enhanced accuracy in revenue forecasting models used by the Ministry of Finance.
International best practices adapted to Somalia
Open Budget Reporting and Public Engagement
Develop accessible fiscal dashboards to inform citizens about budget performance and government spending.
Peer Learning Networks with Regional Partners
Collaborate with fiscal analysis centers across East Africa to share insights and learn from regional experiences.
Fiscal Policy Impact Models
Use international frameworks for fiscal impact assessments, including the effect of tax policies and subsidies on the economy.
Performance-Based Budgeting Integration
Support the adoption of performance-based budgeting to align public spending with development outcomes.
The Center for Fiscal Analysis will play a vital role in strengthening Somalia's fiscal governance by promoting evidence-based policymaking, fostering transparency, and supporting government efforts to achieve sustainable development through rigorous analysis and capacity-building.
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