During our last meeting in Italy, we connected with two international incubators: Zest Group – Shared insights on the European and Italian innovation ecosystem, open innovation, early-stage VC, and the 42 Coding School model.

iRise Hub — a center for innovation, collaboration, and strategic investment." #iRiseImpact

📢 𝗘𝘅𝗰𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗻𝗲𝘄𝘀 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘀𝗼𝗼𝗻! 🚀 We’re about to reveal the top 12 winners of BIC Somalia Cohort #2 🎉 #BICSOMALIA

🎉 Congrats to Mother Cheese Company! 🧀 Winner of the 1st Equipment Grant under BIC Somali Cohort #2 – bringing Somalia closer to high-quality, sustainable, locally-made cheese. 🐄 Supporting farmers. 🌱 Boosting production. 🥗 Delivering freshness.

🎉 Congrats to Dirir Paper Cup Industry! ☕📦 Winner of the 2nd Equipment Grant under BIC Somali Cohort #2 – making high-quality coffee paper cups in Mogadishu. 🌱 Boosting production ♻ Reducing imports ☕ Supporting Somalia’s coffee culture

🐓🥚 Congratulations Guure Poultry Production Farm! 🎉 Awarded the Equipment Grant under BIC Somali Cohort #2, leading the way in producing high-quality eggs and poultry meat in Somalia. ✅ #BICSOMALI #Cohort2 #GuurePoultry

📷📷 Congratulations Daar Models! 📷 Awarded the Equipment Grant under BIC Somali Cohort #2, providing exclusive design services and precise model-making to empower young architects.

📷📷 Congratulations Naaxiye Nuts! 📷 Awarded the Equipment Grant under BIC Somali Cohort #2, producing safe, high-quality peanut butter from locally grown peanuts. 📷 #Bicsomali

📷Congratulations Nadar Products! 📷 Recipient of the Equipment Grant under BIC Somali Cohort #2, leading in the production and distribution of premium natural organic spices, promoting healthy living across Somalia. 📷 #BICSOMALI

🚤🌊 Congratulations Yatchify! 🎉 Awarded the Equipment Grant under BIC Somali Cohort #2, Mogadishu’s first luxury boat rental service, making it easy for people to enjoy the ocean in a safe, comfortable, and memorable way. ✅ #BICSOMALI

🐪🥛 Congratulations Barako Camel! 🎉 Recipient of the Equipment Grant under BIC Somali Cohort #2, producing pure, premium-quality camel milk from their facility in Kismayo. ✅ #BICSOMALI

📷 𝗜𝗺𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁𝗮𝗻𝘁 𝗨𝗽𝗱𝗮𝘁𝗲! We’ve updated the application link — please reapply using the new link to ensure your submission is received. 📷 Apply Here : forms.gle/Pa9SrxbbG19Kmn…

📢 Registration Extended! 🎉 BIC Somali Cohort 3 deadline extended by 2 days. 🚀 Don’t miss your chance to grow with innovation & mentorship! 📝 Apply: forms.gle/Pa9SrxbbG19Kmn…

#UNIDOSomalia, through iRise Hub, officially kicked off a four-day bootcamp in #Mogadishu for the BIC Somali #Cohort3, funded by EU Delegation Somalia, where 60 candidates will receive training and deliver their business pitches for a chance to be selected for the third cohort.

iRise Hub, with UNIDO Somalia , continued Day 2 of the BIC Somali Bootcamp – Cohort 3 in #MOGADISHU🚀. Participants refined and pitched their business ideas, receiving feedback to strengthen their entrepreneurial skills. 🌍 BIC Somali

Watch the recap video of the 𝗕𝗜𝗖 𝗦𝗼𝗺𝗮𝗹𝗶 𝗖𝗼𝗵𝗼𝗿𝘁 𝟯 Bootcamp Training, highlighting the key activities from Day 1 & Day 2. 🎥✨

Yesterday, we successfully held the first round of business idea pitch presentations for the 𝗕𝗜𝗖 𝗦𝗼𝗺𝗮𝗹𝗶 𝗧𝗵𝗶𝗿𝗱 𝗕𝗮𝘁𝗰𝗵 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗴𝗿𝗮𝗺. 🚀 BIC Somali UNIDO Somalia #iRisehub #BICSOMALI #Entrepreneurship #BusinessTraining

The 3rd Cohort of BIC Somali has today officially concluded its capacity-building training. The four-day program focused on essential skills for shaping ideas and developing businesses. UNIDO Somalia

iRise Hub, together with UNIDO and IBS Bank, has kicked off the Equipment Grant Distribution for BIC Somali Cohort 1. 9 of 12 incubatees have already received their equipment - a major step to help Somali startups grow, create jobs, and drive innovation. #BICSomali

Yesterday, we met with the Huawei Regional Team to explore collaborations on digital infrastructure, national connectivity, and AI-driven innovation. Together, we aim to boost employability, nurture local tech talent, and drive sustainable capacity development.