We engaged in a fruitful discussion with Borama Innovation Hub’s leadership, emphasizing the vital importance of our collaboration in promoting and supporting Somali youth.

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Our AWE cohort engaged in another captivating session featuring group activities and enriching discussions with US2SOMALIA.

The journey of our new students toward becoming full-stack developers has begun, as they embark on an adventure that will empower them with the skills and knowledge to navigate the ever-evolving world of coding.

As a collaborating partner in the “BIC Somali” project, iRise Hub was pleased to participate in a two-day Boot Camp and a one-day conference held in Nairobi from October 24th to 26th, 2023. These gatherings were organized through a joint effort by BIC Africa, ebn, and UNIDO Somalia. Participants from five different countries that have implemented BIC Africa’s country projects came together for these events. These nations included Somalia, Ethiopia, Madagascar, Angola, and Comoros. The primary objectives of these events were to foster networking among attending institutions, exchange valuable experiences, and amplify the impactful initiatives being carried out within their respective countries.

During these three days of events, significant progress was made. The first two days featured a Boot Camp with sessions led by industry experts. These sessions covered essential topics like people management, partnerships, mentorship and coaching, women in entrepreneurship, and certification programs for Incubators. Additionally, field visits were organized, allowing participants to explore three prominent Incubators in Nairobi: iHub, SNDBX, and iBiz Africa.
On the third day, the BIC African Annual Gathering took place, with representatives from various participating institutions engaging in panel discussions. These discussions covered a range of vital subjects, including Ecosystem development in Africa and Women in Entrepreneurship.

We celebrated the International DayOfTheGirl with our inspiring girls from the AWE cohort and Rise Academy. They’re now out there, shining brightly and creating opportunities for girls just like them. Always proud to see our graduates thrive!

On October 12, 2023, iRise Hub proudly attended a graduation ceremony where over 100 participants were awarded TNE (The Next Economy) certificates in Employability and Entrepreneurship. We are honored to be one of the project’s implementing partners, and from January to July this year, we provided training to 30 young individuals in Core Life Skills and Entrepreneurship Skills. After a six-month journey, 15 participants completed the course, with 10 forming new business ideas that secured matching funds from the project.