Shuraako

Peacebuilding Area
September 18,2024

Gobsoor Farm

Gobsoor Farm is an agribusiness farm located about 45km outskirts of Hargeisa in the farming area of Arabsiyo in Somaliland. The Farm cultivates a variety of cash crops such as tomatoes, peppers, cabbage, onions, chili, okra, sweet melon, coriander/cilantro, lettuce, and fruits such as papaya, lime,...
March 02,2022

Green Paradise Hotel

Green Paradise Hotel (“the Hotel”) is a woman-owned, budget-friendly hotel established in 2011 in the Green Zone area of Mogadishu.
November 01,2021

Soma Chicken Farm

A poultry farm located in Garowe, Puntland. SCF sells chicken meat, eggs, and manure and has demonstrated its ability to successfully raise poultry and sell into the local markets.
October 28,2021

AADCO Paper Factory

Founded in 2013, AADCO Paper Factory (“AADCO”) is a paper factory based in Hargeisa, Somaliland. AADCO manufactures exercise books and A4 printing paper.
July 27,2021

SolarGen Technologies

Solargen Technologies is a renewable energy company founded in 2012. Among other solar products, they produce solar water pumping systems, rooftop solar panel grids, and miniature grids.
Saddam M. Ahmed
November 27, 2024

Powering Progress

Baidoa Electric Company (BECO)
Baidoa Electric Company (BECO) has provided reliable, affordable electricity to Baidoa in Somalia’s South and Central regions for over a decade, and aims to serve as a model for other communities.
Close up shot of Baidoa Electric Company's solar panels on their company property in Mogadishu
Saddam M. Ahmed
November 14, 2024

The Value of Investing in Agriculture

Gobsoor Farm, with Shuraako's support, has boosted output and revenue, positively impacting the local economy and showcasing agriculture's investment potential.
Close shot of freshly picked cabbage on Gabsoor Farm in a wheelbarrow
OEF
October 30, 2024

Agriculture, Food Security, and Peace

The Horn of Africa, encompassing countries like Somalia, Kenya, Ethiopia, and Djibouti, faces some challenges in food security due to recurrent droughts, conflicts, and climate change. Cultivating food in this region is not just about feeding the population; it is intrinsically linked to sustainable...
a red canvas bag sitting on a farm filled with large perfectly shaped green bell peppers
OEF
September 30, 2024

The Greenhouse Strategy

Sustainable Agriculture and Sustainable Peace in Hargeisa
Gobsoor Farm operates over 15 greenhouses, ensuring a continuous supply of tomatoes throughout the year. The farm’s advanced infrastructure includes two boreholes, drip irrigation systems, and solar-powered water pumps, all contributing to efficient and sustainable farming practices.
A group of farmers walking in between 2 greenhouses on a partly sunny day
OEF
September 20, 2024

Transforming Waste Management in Somaliland

Kaafi Enterprise for Environmental Protection and Sanitation (KEEPS)
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 grow...
Female KEEPS employees working to clean up a beach area
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