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Youth in Construction: How Somali Youth Can Lead the Industry

  When people talk about Somalia’s future, they often mention politics, education, or entrepreneurship. But there’s one area that doesn’t get enough attention   construction . Yet, if you look around Somalia’s cities like Mogadishu, Hargeisa, and Garowe, you’ll see new buildings rising, roads being paved, and neighborhoods expanding. All of this shows one thing: the construction industry in Somalia is booming , and our youth have a golden opportunity to lead it . As a Somali civil engineer myself, I’ve seen the potential of our young people. I’ve also seen the gaps  lack of skills training, low awareness about construction careers, and limited access to resources. But despite these challenges, I truly believe that with the right mindset and support, Somali youth can become the backbone of a modern, resilient, and locally led construction industry. Why Construction Matters More Than You Think Let’s start with the basics. Construction isn’t just about buildings  i...

Why the Somali Diaspora Is Investing Back Home in 2025

  In 2025, Somalia is witnessing a powerful economic transformation and much of the momentum is coming from the Somali diaspora Spread across the globe from North America to Europe, the Middle East to East Africa millions of Somalis living abroad are increasingly choosing to invest back home. But what’s driving this trend? And what sectors are they focusing on? Here are the main reasons why more and more diaspora Somalis are putting their time, money and passion into Somalia’s future. Economic Stability Is Improving Over the past decade, Somalia has made significant strides in rebuilding. While challenges remain, the improvement in security in major cities like Mogadishu, Hargeisa, Garowe and Kismayo has given many diaspora members a renewed sense of hope. The return of major airlines like Turkish airlines, Egyptian airline, Qatar and Ethiopian airlines, international banks like Salaam Bank and Premier Bank, Ziraat bank which is Turkish bank and Egyptian bank both acquiring license...