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We aim to uplift the Somali community through impactful projects, empowering individuals, and fostering sustainable development.
The community project rehabilitated a shallow well and established water kiosks, providing clean water for Biyo Ado residents. This improved access to safe drinking water, reducing the risk of diseases and enhancing the community's quality of life.
01This community project implemented the Farmer Managed Natural Regeneration (FMNR) system, allowing farmers in Daawad to efficiently manage the supply of water to their farms, significantly improving agricultural productivity.
02Students can now enjoy comfortable learning away from the sun and rain after this community project contributed to the rehabilitation of six classrooms in Godane, creating shaded and conducive learning environments.
03The district of Ufeyn, thriving on livestock, farming, frankincense, and small businesses, has launched a community-driven project to extend and rehabilitate the primary school and improve infrastructure. In 2022, through
04Arabsiyo, an agricultural district near Hargeisa, engaged in a GENDER-SENSITIVE CLIMATE VULNERABILITY AND CAPACITY ASSESSMENT, identified the need for a community center to foster literacy, support culture, and provide public spaces.
05Awgooye village, east of Afgoye town, with 400 households reliant on farming and livestock, lacks communal resources like MCH, schools, and markets. Through a participatory approach, the community identified priority projects and plans to raise $9,421, using the Bulshokaab platform for transparent financial tracking and contributions.
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Bulsho Kaab is a pioneering Somali-based crowdfunding platform designed to enable communities across Somali regions to fund and implement projects that matter most to them. Established with support from the European Union and initiated by SomRep, the platform empowers local communities to take charge of their development by facilitating transparent and accountable crowdfunding. Managed by Shaqodoon Organization, Bulsho Kaab ensures that collective community efforts drive the realization of impactful initiatives, fostering resilience and self-sufficiency.
Communities (endorsed by their local government) and initatives (endorsed by SomReP) can submit projects to Bulshokaab.
An expert panel reviews and decides whether the project proposals which have been submitted meet the criteria to qualify for funding through BULSHOKAAB.
Selected projects will receive a start-up workshop, community will have access to one on-one support on how they can create awareness about their project with support from SomReP.
On Bulshokaab you can see which individual has donated which amount and how the money is used for the project. Besides insight into the financials of each project we also show you what kind of progress the project makes and provide you with regular updates from the project. The community and partners provide regular updates through the platform, so you know how your contribution is making a difference.
