Opinion & Insights

Peacebuilding Area
Saddam M. Ahmed
November 27, 2024

Powering Progress

Baidoa Electric Company (BECO)
For over a decade, Baidoa Electric Company (BECO) has been a vital player in delivering reliable and affordable electricity to the residents of Baidoa in Somalia’s South and Central regions. BECO is poised to continue powering Baidoa’s development while serving as a model for other communities in So...
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 demonstrates the high potential of agricultural investments. With Shuraako’s support, the farm has not only increased its output and revenue but has also positively impacted the local economy and community. Gobsoor’s journey is a strong example of why farms, with strategic investment, a...
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
Saddam M. Ahmed
August 14, 2024

Somaliland Investment Forum & Expo

Hargeisa, Somaliland
One Earth Future is a proud co-sponsor of this year's Somaliland Investment & Industrial Exhibition in Hargeisa! Our Somaliland Director of Shuraako gives us a quick look inside where Shuraako clients and other Somaliland entrepreneurs have the chance to attract new investors, form strategic partner...
Sahra speaking into a microphone at the Somaliland Investment Expo
Saddam M. Ahmed
July 27, 2024

Landmark Memorandum Signed

The Initiative Aims to Boost Investment in the Production Sector 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 cre...
Minister of Investment and Industrial Development, HE. Abdirasak Ibrahim Mohamed, and Abdirahman Hashi, the Somaliland Director of Shuraako smiling after signing memorandum of understanding
Saddam M. Ahmed - Communications and Visibility Specialist
August 24, 2023

Reviving Hope Through Skill: A Tale of Community Transformation

In the heart of the Bulahar fishing community, a transformation was underway, fueled by the determination of individuals like Khalid Hassan. Khalid's journey from a community member to a skilled mechanic unfolded, marking a turning point for his community and their relationship with the sea.
November 10, 2021

Connecting a Sustainable Planet to Sustainable Peace

As we work to create a sustainable planet, we must equally prioritize sustainable peace. Our work in Somali fishing communities has shed light on ways science and natural resource conservation come together to reduce conflict and build community and environmental resilience. 
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