News & Updates
Sowing Seeds of Change: How M-DALAG is Empowering Somali Farmers
Discover how a dedicated farmer in Buloburde, is leading the way in modernizing agriculture with the M-DALAG platform. Learn exactly how digital tools are reshaping farming in Somalia and inspiring a brighter future for thousands of farmers.
Berbera Youth Center Hosts Vital Skills and Awareness Events
Shaqodoon and the Berbera Youth Center host two events in Berbera as part of an initiative to enhance skills and awareness of youth in the region.
Shaqodoon Participates in Labor Day Commemoration in Berbera
On May 1st, 2024, Shaqodoon Organization joined government officials, employees, and local partners in commemorating International World Labor Day in Berbera.
European Humanitarian Forum 2024
Co-hosted by the European Commission and Belgium, The European Humanitarian Forum 2024 attracted a diverse group of stakeholders, including EU institutions, member states, partner organizations, and representatives from the humanitarian-development community to highlight urgent humanitarian needs and the importance of innovative solutions in humanitarian responses.
LEAD Program: Pioneering Change and Empowering Somali Youth
The LEAD program leaves a lasting mark on Somali youth employment landscape. Empowering with skills, innovation, and opportunity, it’s a legacy driving positive change.
Work in Progress: A Seven-Year Success Story at HargaBits
HargaBits, an institution that has become a beacon of digital excellence since its inception in 2016, has not merely been a school; it is a gateway to a vibrant future shaping over 700 aspiring young individuals.
Empowered Youth, Empowered Solutions: HargaBits Hargathon 2023
Over the course of five intense days, talented participants were divided into 10 groups, each tasked with developing innovative digital solutions to address pressing gaps in the community.
Bridging the Digital Divide: Shaqodoon Marks World Youth Skills Day in Mogadishu
The World Youth Skills Day event organized by Shaqodoon in Mogadishu was an exceptional platform to unite and recognize the potential of young people as catalysts for change. By equipping Somali youth with in-demand digital skills, Shaqodoon is enabling them to seize opportunities, contribute to their communities, and build a prosperous and sustainable world.
Shaqodoon and SomBank Collaborate to Empower Somali Entrepreneurs
Access to finance is a significant barrier for many young entrepreneurs, particularly in regions where traditional financing mechanisms are limited. With the support of SomBank and Shaqodoon, Somali youth entrepreneurs can now access more opportunities to develop their businesses and contribute to the economic growth of their communities.
Shaqodoon Kenya Drives Youth Empowerment at Nairobi NGO Week
Shaqodoon Kenya shines at Nairobi NGO Week, driving youth empowerment and sustainable development.
Harnessing the Power of Radio Drama: Promoting Peaceful Coexistence and Community Cohesion
A two-day radio drama design workshop in Mogadishu provided an empowering platform for community representatives to collaboratively design impactful radio drama episodes, making significant stride in promoting peaceful coexistence and community cohesion.
SOLNAC HIV/AIDS Information Call Centre
According to UNAIDS, there is "a serious lack of understanding and awareness of basic information on HIV within Somali populations", which is why Shaqodoon - with its technology experience - has established an IVR HIV/AIDS Call Center (short code 328) empowering beneficiaries to access reliable information about the HIV/AIDS or directly call the commission through dedicated call agents to get referrals or other services provided by the commission and its partners.
Building a future for Somali youth, despite climate change
To help combat the displacement and other risks associated with climate change, HargaBits works to empower youth and vulnerable populations by equipping them with in-demand digital design skills. Future-proofing skills for a developing economy.