The objective of the foundation is to work to support improved security, environmental health, and stability through the realisation of the principles underpinning the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). The Foundation’s work has a global focus, tailoring programmes to fit the needs and circumstances specific to the operating environment, ranging from conflict-affected countries to developed countries, including Norway. NIS will primarily work with institutional development, social measures, education, utilisation of green technologies, grants management and awareness raising efforts, focusing on supporting the creation of peaceful and inclusive societies, environmental awareness, social equality and sustainability. For us, the exact nature of a project is secondary to its ability to contribute to the realization of the principles upon which the SDGs are based.
Of the 17 SDG’s, NIS’ programmes and activities in 2025 primarily responded to the 8 selected goals in the table below. The overview links NIS’ achievements in 2025 to the relevant indicator under each of the selected goals:
Indicator 1.1.1. Proportion of the population living below the international poverty line by sex, age, employment status and geographical location (urban/rural)
What NIS achieved:
In 2025, labourers engaged in construction work related to NIS’s projects earned between 17 USD and 20 USD in average, ensuring a dignified short-term income for them and their families.
Indicator 1.4.1. Proportion of the population living in households with access to basic services
What NIS achieved:
In 2025, NIS projects implemented contributed to an estimated range of between 250,000-400,000 people across Somalia gaining access to services such as governance and public administration, economic infrastructure, energy services, water and agriculture and health services.
Indicator 2.4.1. Resilient agriculture practices
What NIS achieved:
17% of the women farmers that received training in Good Agricultural Practices (GAP) in 2024, reported an increase in revenue in 2025.
Indicator 4.3.1. Participation of youth and adults in formal and non-formal education and training in the previous 12 months
What NIS achieved:
Supported 30 young women in acquiring renewable energy skills in Mogadishu (TVET). The support will last for 3 years.
Indicator 6.b.1. Proportion of local administrative units with established and operational policies and procedures for participation of local communities in water management
What NIS achieved:
In 2025, a total of 5 water related infrastructures were delivered, ranging from water pumping systems, to communal water catchments and boreholes.
In addition, 4 water management committees, comprised of 24 members, were established.
Indicator 8.3.1. Proportion of informal employment in total employment, by sector and sex
What NIS achieved:
In 2025, a total of 177 women-owned SMEs were supported through microfinancing and basic business skills training. The support included:
Microfinancing/Revolving Loans: A local microfinance institution (IBS Bank) was selected to manage the assessment and selection of eligible SMEs owned by women, providing them with loans to scale up their businesses.
Business Skills Training: The selected SMEs received training to enhance their productivity and profitability, which is expected to create more employment opportunities for other women and female youth.
Indicator 9.1.1. Proportion of the rural population who live within 2 km of an all-season road
What NIS achieved:
In 2025, 2 roads were finalised as part of NIS projects. This totalled 11,5 km of road.
Indicator 12.8.1. Extent to which (i) global citizenship education and (ii) education for sustainable development are mainstreamed in (a) national education policies; (b) curricula; (c) teacher education; and (d) student assessment
What NIS achieved:
E-waste has been collected and sent to recycling during all exhibitions implemented as part of the Hva nå? Endringslaben project (14 exhibitions across 12 municipalities in Norway in total as per December 2025).
As per December 2025, more than 300 teachers/school classes have attended the exhibition. Among the teachers providing feedback, 69% say that they also utilised the in-class materials made for use before the exhibition, and 71% plan on utilising the in-class materials made for use after the exhibition visit.
As per December 2025, the exhibition has reached almost 6,500 students. Among the students providing feedback, 91% say that they learned something new at the exhibition, 85% say they have become more aware of how their choices impact the environment and other people, 78% say they have become more optimistic about being able to contribute to positive change in the world, and 71% say it is likely that they will make at least one change in their everyday lives to help the climate and environment. Buying fewer new things such as clothes, buying things second hand, inheriting and giving things away, as well as recycling products like mobile phones, are among the changes most frequently mentioned by the students.
Indicator 16.1.4. Proportion of the population that feel safe walking alone around the area they live after dark
What NIS achieved:
In locations where streetlights were installed, 80-90% of community members reported feeling safer walking at night in average, reflecting substantial improvements from baseline levels of around 50–55%.
This improvement in safety is attributed to the enhanced visibility provided by the solar streetlights, which has allowed community members, particularly women, to engage in social and economic activities after dark without fear of harassment or theft.
Indicator 16.6.2. Proportion of population satisfied with their last experience of public services
What NIS achieved:
For 2025, the portion of the population satisfied with their access to public services ranged between 62% to 84%.
Indicator 16.7.2. Proportion of population who believe decision-making is inclusive and responsive, by sex
What NIS achieved:
The proportion of the population who believed that decision-making was inclusive and responsive was reported to be 85% in 2025.
This indicates a generally positive perception of inclusivity and responsiveness in decision-making processes among both genders within the communities served by the NIS initiatives throughout 2025.
