Case Studies

Discover initiatives, projects and practices from across our membership.

How a Cooking Training in Mogadishu is Empowering Youth with Culinary Skills and Confidence

Setting the stage Chief Duliye Cooking Company, in partnership with the Shaqo platform, conducted a cooking training in Mogadishu. This training targeted 30 young trainees, aiming to equip them with a wide range of cooking skills, knowledge, and[…]

Building Skills and Opportunities: How On-the-Job Training is Empowering NEET Youth in Mogadishu and Baidoa

Setting the stage The Shaqo Platform On-the-Job Training Program, implemented by the Iftiin Foundation, directly addresses the challenges faced by NEET (Not in Employment, Education, or Training) youth in Somalia. This vulnerable population is at high risk of[…]

How In-Kind Grants are Empowering Businesses and Reducing Vulnerability in MogadishuLocation:

Setting the stage Recognizing the power of local businesses to drive economic growth and community development, Iftiin Foundation, through Shaqo platform oversaw a vendor provided in-kind grants to five diverse businesses in Mogadishu. This initiative aimed to not[…]

Baidoa Business Boost: Iftiin Foundation Empowers Local Enterprises

Setting the stage Iftiin Foundation, through its Shaqo Platform, oversaw a vendor’s distribution of in-kind grants to 3 companies in Beidoa. This event provided vital resources to these enterprises, aiming to strengthen their operations and enhance their contribution[…]

Iftiin Foundation’s Psychosocial Support Empowers NEET Youth in Somalia

Setting the stage Ramla Carab Yusuf, a 27-year-old from Burco, is a outstanding example of the impact of YEEL’s entrepreneurship program. Driven by a vision to make fashion and perfume products accessible and affordable for her community, Ramla[…]

How a Young Entrepreneur is Fostering Sustainable Agriculture in Burao

Setting the stage Cabdisalaan, a 25-year-old graduate of Burco University (Veterinary Studies, 2017), had a passion for both animals and sustainable agriculture. He envisioned a business that would contribute to his community and leverage his expertise. This ambition[…]

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