Current Business Issues in African Countries
Supply Chain, Climate Change, Sustainable Development, Entrepreneurship, Health and Wellbeing
Somalia
Below, is a sample of companies that have verified websites. The list is provided for illustrative purposes, is not exhaustive, and does not represent an endorsement of the listed companies. Note: Company descriptions were generated with ChatGPT. Copyright infringement is not intended. Please contact us to obtain a copy of the raw data and references ChatGPT used to generate the company descriptions.
Trade
Rafco General Trading Company
Rafco General Trading Company is a leading general trading and import-distribution firm based in Mogadishu. It specializes in sourcing and distributing high-quality foodstuffs and fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) from international suppliers to retailers, hotels, restaurants, and wholesale markets across Somalia. Rafco’s robust logistics network ensures broad coverage throughout the country.
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Shakir General Trading (Shakir Group)
Shakir General Trading is one of Somalia’s most prominent trading companies, operating under the broader Shakir Group. Established in the early 1980s, the company is a major importer and distributor of automotive parts (tires, batteries, lubricants) and general goods. It also engages in trade across construction materials, electronics, and household products, serving clients across Somalia and the wider East African region.
Livestock
Greenfield Livestock Traders
https://greenfieldlivestocktraders.com/
Description: Greenfield Livestock Traders is a licensed Somali livestock exporter focused on providing high-quality, ethically sourced animals including goats, sheep, camels, and cattle. The company emphasizes animal health, sustainability, and compliance with export standards, offering veterinary inspections and regulated transport to international markets.
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SALFI Ltd (Somalia Agriculture and Livestock Fisheries Co. Ltd)
Description: SALFI Ltd is a diversified agriculture and livestock company established in 2015. It supports sustainable livestock management alongside broader agricultural services, offering livestock support services, farm produce, and transportation. SALFI emphasizes community development, environmental sustainability, and improving productivity across livestock and farming sectors.
Fishing
Raasi Ahmar Fishing Company (RAFCO)
Founded in 1997 in Puntland, RAFCO is one of the oldest and most established commercial fishing companies in Somalia. It sources a wide variety of fish — including tuna, kingfish, sardines, mackerel, squid, and groupers — from both mid-water and deep-sea operations off the Somali coast. RAFCO supplies fresh fish to local markets and has ambitions to expand operations throughout Somalia and internationally.
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Gal-Som Fishing Company
https://www.galsomfishing.com/
Established in 2022 and based in Hobyo, Gal-Som Fishing Company is a growing private seafood enterprise focused on harvesting, processing, and distributing high-quality fish products from the Indian Ocean. The company emphasizes modern fishing methods, cold chain storage, and sustainable practices, supplying seafood to local markets across central Somalia.
Telecommunications
Hormuud Telecom
Hormuud Telecom is Somalia’s largest telecommunications provider, headquartered in Mogadishu. Founded in 2002, it offers a wide range of services including mobile voice and data, internet connectivity, fixed line services, and mobile money (EVC Plus). The company has played a key role in expanding digital access across the country and introduced 5G services. Hormuud is also known for its community initiatives through its foundation.
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Somtel
https://www.somtelsomalia.com/
Somtel is a major telecommunications and technology service provider operating across Somaliland, Puntland, and South Central Somalia. It offers mobile voice, broadband internet, mobile money (eDahab/Dahab Plus), and data services. Somtel has one of the widest network coverages in the Somali region and continues to expand its digital services for both personal and business customers.
Services
Dahabshiil Group
Dahabshiil is one of the largest and most established service companies originating in Somalia, best known for its global remittance and financial services network. It provides secure international money transfers, mobile wallets, and financial solutions across over 100 countries, serving both individuals and businesses — particularly Somalis abroad sending funds home. The Dahabshiil Group also encompasses additional services such as banking, mobile money platforms (eDahab/DahabPlus), and ventures spanning telecommunications and real estate.
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FGi Solutions Africa (Somalia)
Description: FGi Solutions Africa Somalia is a leading logistics and supply chain services provider operating in Somalia and East Africa. The company offers comprehensive freight forwarding (air, sea, and road), customs clearance and tax exemption support, warehousing, transportation, and procurement solutions — catering to government, commercial, and humanitarian clients navigating complex operational environments.
Universities
SIMAD University
SIMAD University is a leading private non-profit university located in Mogadishu, established in 1999 and recognized as one of Somalia’s top universities. It offers a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs across disciplines such as business, law, computing, health sciences, and engineering. Known for its focus on innovation and community engagement, SIMAD also hosts initiatives like SIMAD iLab to support entrepreneurship and technology development.
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Mogadishu University
Founded in 1997, Mogadishu University is one of Somalia’s earliest and most prominent higher education institutions post-civil war. It is an accredited private university offering diverse academic programs, including law, medicine, engineering, computer science, agriculture, and social sciences. The university emphasizes quality education, research, and partnerships with international institutions to expand academic opportunities.