Engage Somalia
Led by a Former Prime Minister of Somalia

Unlock Somalia's Wealth with the Leader Who Built Its Future

Engage Somalia — The only advisory firm led by H.E. Abdiweli Mohamed Ali Gaas, former Prime Minister of Somalia and US‑trained economist. We deliver guaranteed government access, institutional credibility, and on‑ground execution for mining, energy, and infrastructure investors.

Led by H.E. Abdiweli Mohamed Ali Gaas — Former Prime Minister of Somalia & American Economist

Trusted by leading organizations

UNDP
IFC
US Chamber
World Bank
AfDB

The Opportunity

Why Somalia, Why Now?

Somalia remains one of the world's last underexplored gold regions. Our advisory bridges the gap between global capital and local opportunity.

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GDP Growth Forecast

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Untapped Mineral Resources

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Active Foreign Investors

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Working-Age Population

With a young population, emerging legal framework, and strategic port access, first-movers gain a decade-long advantage in Africa's last frontier.

How We Work

From Feasibility to On-Ground Execution

Click each phase to explore scope, timeline, and investment.

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Feasibility Study

Geology review, regulatory mapping, security assessment, and partner identification.

Duration

8 weeks

Investment

From $75K

What's Included

  • Desk review of geology & artisanal mining data
  • Federal vs. regional licensing mapping
  • Security & logistics assessment
  • Vetted JV partner shortlist
  • CAPEX/OPEX financial modeling

Regional Intelligence

Explore Somalia by Region

Each region offers unique resources and regulatory frameworks. Tap a region to learn more.

Select a Region

Puntland

Active exploration zone

Key Resources

Gold, Frankincense, Fisheries

Opportunity

Multiple artisanal gold sites identified

Investment Landscape

Where Capital Meets Opportunity

Our advisory spans across all key sectors. Hover over each bar to see the opportunity breakdown and description.

Services available for oil & gas, agribusiness, renewable energy, and infrastructure investors — not just mining.

Gold & Minerals35%

Last underexplored gold region globally. Artisanal sites across Puntland and Somaliland.

Oil & Gas25%

Significant offshore and onshore blocks with seismic data indicating high potential.

Renewable Energy15%

Year-round solar irradiation. Mini-grid opportunities in underserved regions.

Infrastructure12%

Port expansion, roads, and airports — PPP frameworks emerging.

Telecom & Fintech8%

Mobile money adoption among highest in Africa. Digital infrastructure growing fast.

Agribusiness5%

Livestock is Somalia's #1 export. Modernization and cold-chain investment needed.

Our Edge

Why Choose Engage Somalia?

Former Head of State

Led by H.E. Abdiweli Gaas — direct access to Somalia's highest levels of government.

US‑Trained Economist

Harvard, Vanderbilt, and George Mason credentials bring world-class analytical rigor.

Dual Presence

Offices in Mogadishu and Washington D.C. — bridging two worlds.

First-Mover Advantage

We don't just analyze risk — we help you operate within it.

From Our Managing Director

"Somalia is open for business, but success requires the right partners. I built this firm to give global investors the same access and intelligence that I had as Prime Minister."

— H.E. Abdiweli Mohamed Ali Gaas, Managing Director

Ready to Explore Somalia's Potential?

Whether you're evaluating a first entry or scaling existing operations — from boardrooms in Washington to business hubs in Mogadishu.