Creating Economic Impact in the Somali Region with Shuraako.
One Earth Future's Shuraako program (Shuraako meaning “partnership” in Somali) connects investors with promising Somali-based businesses to encourage economic development and stability throughout the country. Shuraako’s work drives economic development, expands local markets for goods and services, creates jobs and encourages investment and trade. Shuraako believes strengthening local businesses fuels greater economic growth and bolsters social welfare which are both key to rebuilding Somalia and fostering long-term stability and peace. To learn more, visit shuraako.org.
Pitch Deck
A deeper look at Shuraako’s philosophy and methods
One-pager
A snapshot of current Shuraako program results
Shuraako pitch video
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Information about Shuraako’s programs
Entrepreneur Profiles (Nordic Fund)
SMEs that have received funding from the Nordic Horn of Africa Opportunities Fund
Entrepreneur Profiles (AFF)
SMEs that have received funding from the Arsenault Family Foundation
Renewable Energy Video
Nordic Fund Factsheet
Shuraako manages Nordic Horn of Africa Opportunities Fund, an impact fund targeting Somali small and medium size enterprises (“SMEs”)
Credit Guarantee Factsheet
Shuraako worked with Somali banks and the Swedish International Development Cooperation Agency (“Sida”) to provide guarantees for loans throughout Somalia
