In the small town of Qeydaro in Galmudug, water has always been more precious than gold. This community relies almost entirely on livestock to survive, yet for years, the community struggled with one old borehole whose water tank, with a capacity of only 24m³ (24,000 liters), could never keep up with the demand of families and animals.
In the heart of Mogadishu’s Hodan district, 26-year-old Mohamed Ise Osman once found himself in a place many Somali youth know too well — holding a university degree yet facing an uncertain future. “I graduated from Somali International University in 2020 with a degree in Public Administration,” Mohamed begins. “I was full of hope. I thought the hard part was over, that a job would follow. But months passed, then years. I applied everywhere — government offices, NGOs, private companies — nothing came.”
(PROSPERIS) is making a remarkable impact by empowering women smallholder farmers in Beledweyne. This aims to address the recurrent challenges faced by women in agriculture, focusing on enhancing their skills and providing essential resources.
The bustling Garsoor neighborhood in Galkacyo and the peaceful Darasalam settlement in North Mudug were once defined by challenges that came with darkness. With the installation of 65 solar streetlights—40 in Garsoor and 25 in Darasalam—the communities have experienced a profound transformation.
