As part of the Somali Growth and Economic Transformation Strategy (GETS) 2022-2050, the National Economic Council (NEC) commissioned a study on Somalia’s social sector to inform GETS’vision. The objective of the study was to conduct an analytical assessment of the social sector (education and health) with a focus on gender and youth empowerment. In particular, the study assessed the veracity of policies, legal frameworks, and institutional capacities in promoting access and quality of health and education services across the country.