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Landmark Memorandum of Understanding Signed in Somaliland

The MOU was signed in Hargeisa by the Minister of Investment and Industrial Development, HE. Abdirasak Ibrahim Mohamed, and Abdirahman Hashi, the Somaliland Director of Shuraako. This initiative aims to boost investments in Somaliland’s production sector, fostering economic opportunities and job creation.

July 27,2024

Transforming Waste Management in Somaliland

Waste management has long been a pressing challenge in Somaliland. Recent studies paint a stark picture: in Hargeisa, Somaliland's capital, only 65% of daily waste is collected due to inefficient equipment. This gap in sanitation services not only affects public health but also hampers economic growth and quality of life.

September 20,2024

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Saddam M. Ahmed

March 08, 2024

Investing in Women is Investing in Society

On this International Women's Day, we shine a spotlight on the remarkable journey of Hibo Awil Hussein, a beacon of empowerment in Somalia's fishing communities. Hibo's story exemplifies the transformative power of investment in women and their unwavering dedication to progress.

March 07, 2024

Cocoa and Chocolate on the Colombian-Venezuelan Border

for Employment, Peace, and Development

The Colombian Cacao and Chocolate Salon hosted the 'Binational Dialogue: Cocoa and Chocolate on the Colombian-Venezuelan Border for Employment, Peace, and Development,' which was supported by PASO and attended by 32 representatives from eight cocoa-related organizations in Venezuela and Colombia.

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Saddam M. Ahmed

March 01, 2024

Sweet Success

Yahye Bakery and Sweets in Hargeisa embarks on a transformative journey.

Yahye Bakery and Sweets in Hargeisa embarks on a transformative journey propelled by strategic investment from One Earth Future’s Shuraako program. Abdi Khadar Mohamed Osman, the General Manager, tells us about some of the significant milestones achieved through this partnership.

Saddam M. Ahmed

January 29, 2024

One Earth Future Somali Region Staff Retreat in Nairobi for Strategic Planning

The One Earth Future Somali team recently wrapped up a dynamic two-day retreat in Nairobi, focusing on strategic planning and discussions to enhance their impact in Somalia and Somaliland. Check out this video for an inside look.

December 29, 2023

Catatumbo Peace Network: Communities That Nourish Life

The Catatumbo Peace Network is a peace-building model promoted by One Earth Future's...

Saddam M. Ahmed - Communications and Visibility Specialist

December 28, 2023

Breaking Gender Barriers in Somali Fisheries Sector: Amal Abdirahman’s Story

Amal Abdirahman, a student at City University in Mogadishu, Somalia, has become a vital force in the fisheries data collection effort led by One Earth Future's Secure Fisheries program.

December 26, 2023

COOMFASOL's work in the rural farmer’s economy of the region is highlighted with the Order of the Flower of Guaviare

The Mayor's Office of San José del Guaviare awarded a recognition to Flor Alba Quevedo, as representative of the cooperative COOMFASOL, for her outstanding work in support of the campesino’s economy in the region.

December 01, 2023

One Earth Future to Become the First Fund Manager of a Conflict-Sensitive SME Facility

Through its partnership with TrustWorks Global, One Earth Future will leverage its long-time support to small and medium-sized enterprises in the Somali region and beyond to multiply the positive impacts of its investments on peace and stability.

November 25, 2023

Araucanian Commitment for a Cocoa Sector at the Service of Life Care and Territorial Peace

At the event "ARAUCA - Land of Cocoa, Land of Peace", within the framework of the Chocoshow 2023 fair, the cocoa farmers of Arauca, FEDECACAO and PASO Colombia signed a commitment for a cocoa sector at the service of the care of life and territorial peace.

Área Cúcuta

November 23, 2023

Exhibition "Community Reincorporation": A visual journey through the transformation of Catatumbo

We share the article from the digital media Área Cúcuta about the exhibition "Community Reincorporation", organized by ARN and PASO Colombia at the Mayor's Office of Cúcuta, as part of the commemoration of the seventh anniversary of the signing of the Final Peace Agreement.

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Saddam M. Ahmed - Communications and Visibility Specialist

November 20, 2023

Inspiring Women in Bandarbeyla: The Story of Buho Mohamed

Buho Mohamed, a resident of Bandarbeyla district in Puntland, has become a shining example of empowerment and positive change in her community. With a family of seven to support, she embarked on a journey of change that began with One Earth Future’s Secure Fisheries Program.

Agency for Reincorporation and Normalization (ARN)

November 01, 2023

Peace signatories and campesinos from Catatumbo work in bio factories in the Norte de Santander department.

The Agency for Reincorporation and Normalization (ARN) accompanies the fourth tour of the Catatumbo Peace Network, led by PASO Colombia. Associations of peace signatories and campesino communities lead biofactory projects within the framework of this Network, which has the support of key partners in...

October 31, 2023

OEF's New Strategy Advances Efforts toward Achieving Sustainable Peace

November 1–One Earth Future Foundation (OEF) today launched a new strategic plan that will further advance its efforts to achieve sustainable peace. Over the next five years, OEF will migrate from a self-funded program incubator to a competency-based partner of choice for other actors who are workin...

October 23, 2023

Catatumbo Peace Network Tour: Weaving Territory through Collaboration

Accompanied by peace signatories, campesino families, and allied institutions, the tour was successful in learning about the progress of the Catatumbo Peace Network from the field.

October 04, 2023

Reaping achievements: The Peace Network stands out at Expoguaviare

Through the farmers market at Expoguaviare, participants of the Peace Network highlighted their progress in collaborative work for agricultural production.

Saddam M. Ahmed - Communications and Visibility Specialist

October 02, 2023

Empowering Unity: Bulahar Cooperative Fishing Community Journey from Challenges to Success

In an inspiring success story, a narrative of resilience and collective community effort, the Bulahar cooperative Fishing Community has refurbished its destiny with the support of the secure Fisheries Program by One Earth Future.

Mohamed M. Abdullahi - Program Manager Secure Fisheries

September 29, 2023

Co-Management Project Will Transform Fisheries Management in Jubbaland

Kismayo, Somalia - In a pioneering effort to revolutionize fisheries in the Jubbaland region of Somalia, One Earth Future’s Secure Fisheries program has embarked on a groundbreaking co-management project set to bring transformative change to the way fisheries are managed in the area.

Conor Sayle

September 29, 2023

Conor Seyle Co-Authored an Article on Sage Journals - Understanding Evidence for Peace: Do Peacebuilding Practitioners Agree on the “Evidence"?

PAX VP of Operations & One Earth Future Senior Stratagic Advisor Conor Seyle co-authored an article on Sage Journals - Understanding Evidence for Peace: Do Peacebuilding Practitioners Agree on the “Evidence"?

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