Digitize Somalia works with communities, government, and the private sector to close the connectivity gap, build digital literacy, and keep Somalis safe and confident online — from Mogadishu to the villages the network hasn't reached yet.
"Connectivity alone doesn't change a country — people need the skills to use it, the awareness to stay safe on it, and the rights to benefit from it. We work on all three, together."
Each program feeds the others — literacy makes access useful, safety makes access sustainable, rights make access fair.
Mapping unconnected communities and working with operators, communities, and government to extend affordable access to underserved districts.
Hands-on training so first-time users — students, traders, civil servants, pastoralists — can use phones, the internet, and basic digital services with confidence.
Community and school-based awareness on scams, misinformation, online harassment, and safe use of social media and mobile money.
Advocacy and public education on privacy, freedom of expression online, data protection, and inclusive internet governance in Somalia.
Introducing farmers and pastoralists to digital tools — weather and market information, mobile advisory services, and precision/"digital green" practices.
Coding, digital skills, and entrepreneurship pathways for young people and women, including e-governance and public-service digitization support.
We are structured to design, implement, and report on donor-funded digital development programs in Somalia, in partnership with government, operators, and international institutions.