Somaliland’s Fastest Growing Startup Engine

Who We Are

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With a special focus on climate resilience and sustainable livelihoods, HarHub champions the green economy by supporting ventures that promote environmental and social impact.

Headquartered in Hargeisa, our programs and impact extend across the broader region of Somaliland and Somalia.

HarHub, established in 2018, is a leading innovation hub dedicated to empowering entrepreneurs and innovators across Somaliland and Somalia. We provide tailored, impactful solutions that foster innovation, support sustainability, and drive inclusive economic growth.

Our services include:

  • Comprehensive entrepreneurship training

  • Business development services

  • Digital skills development

  • Climate-smart farming initiatives

  • Access to finance

  • Co-working space

  • Ecosystem building and collaboration platforms

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Vision

To be the leading hub for innovation, technology, entrepreneurship, and sustainable impact in Somali-speaking regions

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Mission

Empowering entrepreneurs, innovators, providing access to resources, skills, and networks that drive business growth, foster innovation, and create sustainable impact..

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Inspiration

Why do we feel different? We have a flexible mentality. We embrace creativity!

Our Story

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Recognizing the staggering unemployment rate of 67% among Somaliland’s under-30 population, which constitutes 70% of its inhabitants, we are determined to address this pressing issue. Our focus is on empowering young individuals to access opportunities and generate employment within their communities.

Through tailored programs and services, we facilitate the creation, scaling, and sustainability of social ventures led by young innovators and entrepreneurs. These ventures are designed to tackle the most critical challenges facing our communities - particularly unemployment.

Meet the Team

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    Mohamoud Batalaale

    MANAGER

    Mohamoud is an Investment and Business Development specialist with over 15 years’ experience in investments and management. He has supported over 4000 Startups and SMEs so far -and looks forward to continuing this work with each entrepreneur that comes in to HarHub!

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    Ali Sugule

    ADMIN AND FINANCE

    Ali is an expert in administration and finance, wish demonstrated exverience in Social Enterprise, investment tracking, and financing. Ali works diligently to ensure the best finance options are available to the aspiring and existing entrepreneurs at HarHub!

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    Abdiaziz Mohamed

    INNOVATION AND ENGAGEMENT OFFICER

    Abdiaziz has over 4 years of experience managing innovations and programs. He is happy to bring his experience to the HarHub team, where he leads Innovations and programs supporting entrepreneurs, Innovators in Somaliland/Somalia.

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    Abdibasid Ibrahim

    CONSULTANT

    Abdibasid has over 10 years of experience in Business Development Service. He is an ILM-certified mentor and coach who has supported over 6000 Startups. His experience provides valuable insight for young entrepreneuns here at HarHub!

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    Axmed Hassan

    CONSULTANT

    Axmed is a Trainer and Entrepreneurship expert, MBA holder, and Entrepreneur. He is an ILM-certified mentor and coach who has supported over 1000 Startups and SMEs -his unique perspective are an asset to the entrepreneurs at HarHub!

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    Safia Abdilahi Abokor

    FRONT DESK OPERATOR AND OFFICE MANAGEMENT SUPPORT

    Safia is a training assistance and facility management expert. She is the first person you see when you walk through our doors, and is a friendly and efficient first point of contact for the youth and entrepreneurs visiting HarHub!

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