Somalia Investment Promotion Office

National Investment Promotion Strategy (NIPS) identifies farming as one of the critical sub-sectors of agriculture that is ready for Foreign and Diaspora Direct Investments

SOMALIA
Is Open for Investment

Somalia will make use of its strategic position and long coastline to facilitate development of its Blue economy. Time to re-discover Somalia’s hidden treasure and make use of our new frontier of African renaissance.

SOMALIA
Is Open for Investment

Crops remain the main sources of economic activity, employment, and exports in Somalia. Agriculture’s share of gross domestic product (GDP) is approximately 75%, and represents 93% of total exports.

SOMALIA
Is Open for Investment

Somalia's annual sesame exports stands at a record $300 million. The global sesame trade is appreciating the quality and quality of the Somalia sesame produce which employs tens of thousands of farmers, as we steadily revive our agriculture sector.

SOMALIA
Is Open for Investment

Somalia is strategically positioning itself to become the region's transshipment and trade gateway through the use of its geographical location and use of its port assets.

SOMALIA
Is Open for Investment

According to the National Development Plan, Livestock is the main repository of household and national wealth, and the export-oriented pastoralist production system provides an important investment opportunity.

Investment Opportunities

Discover Somalia’s investment sectors, ready for Foreign Direct Investment. All sectors offer high returns and potential expansion and spill-over.

Vision

“To position Somalia as Africa’s most resilient and investor-friendly destination, fostering sustainable growth and shared prosperity.”

Mission

“To transform Somalia into Africa’s premier, investor-friendly destination by creating a transparent, secure, and resilient business climate that empowers the private sector, fosters sustainable economic growth, and delivers shared prosperity to the Somali people.”

Main Objectives

Promote Foreign Direct Investment flow to Somalia.
Develop and maintain scientific investment related data that can aid investors make smart choices to invest in Somalia.
Establish investor outreach platforms and missions to facilitate investor entry.
Execute a robust communication strategy to position Somalia as a favorable investment destination.
Provide Aftercare support and dispute avoidance/resolution mechanism to improve investor experience.
Offer policy advocacy and support across the investment cycle.