Puntland Non-State Actors Association (PUNSAA)
A Leading Civil Society Platform in Somalia
PUNSAA is a leading civil society platform that aims to engage all Puntland Non-State actors
Since its establishment in 2008, PUNSAA’s mission and primary objective is to enhance non-state actor’s voice. Through better coordination and networking that contributes to helping non-state actors to possess a vibrant space in policy dialogue arena especially, peacebuilding, security, democratization, development sustainability and have concrete influence in formulating policies that address the needs of all citizens.
PUNSAA Focus Areas
CSO Coordination
Our CSOs Forum, is mandated to enhance Non-State Actors’ (NSAs)voice through better coordination and networking that assists NSAs...
Advocacy
PUNSAA can do what individual members cannot do, by bringing together broad cross sections of non-state actors, which speak with one voice on a given issue.
Peace building & Good Governance
PUNSAA takes part in the peacebuilding processes in Puntland & Somalia as whole by mediating between Non-State Actors and the State and any conflicting citizens.
Democratization
PUNSAA plays a key role in promoting the democratization process in Puntland. Since 2008, PUNSAA has been part of the election stakeholders.
News & Press releases
Enhancing youth & CSO engagement in parliamentary decision-making
On September 7, 2025, the Puntland Non-State Actors Association (PUNSAA), in collaboration with the Puntland House …
Puntland Civil Society Met with UK Ambassador to Advance Regional Progress
Garowe, Puntland – 9th July 2025 In a meaningful dialogue aimed at fostering regional development, representatives …
Citizen Participation in Budgeting: Are There Formal Mechanisms That Empower the People?
The national budget is not just a financial document—it’s a reflection of public priorities, rights, and …
Public Forum Between Civil Society and Puntland Parliament Held in Garowe
On April 15, 2025, the Puntland Non-State Actors Association (PUNSAA) hosted a significant consultative forum in …
Message From Chairman, Abdirahman Abdirizak
Our organizational governance ensures the beneficiaries are assured that PUNSAA as an organization is established on their behalf and is indeed serving their best interests. Projects we undertake are geared towards facilitating communities in undertaking effective and sustainable development initiatives, and building effective leadership for innovations for development while imparting needed skills and appropriate knowledge to community groups for economic and social empowerment.
Partners
Puntland Laws
Read /Download All Puntland Laws and Rules
Testimonials
In Videos
Farriinta Nabadda
Waajibaadka iyo Xaqa Muwaadinka
Farriinta Maamul Wanaagga
Subscripe out Mailing list
To get more information about PUNSAA issues, please subscribe to our mailing list through the box below, thanks
