Stories have always been at the heart of my work—whether told through a lens or on the page. Below is a selection of written features and articles I’ve authored over the years, drawn from my experiences in humanitarian communications, development reporting, and community storytelling.
Each link will take you to the original publisher’s site.
Sowing the Seeds of Change: How M-DALAG is Empowering Somali Farmers
A portrait of innovation meeting tradition in Bulo Burde—where farmers are using the M‑DALAG digital platform to access tractor services, early disease alerts, and real-time market information
On Air, On Track: Revolutionizing Youth Rehabilitation in Somaliland
A look at how radio-driven content is supporting youth rehabilitation—using storytelling, peer voices, and engagement strategies to foster healing and civic transformation.
AI-Powered Disaster Preparedness: Saadaal Early Warning Platform
An exploration of SAADAAL, an AI‑enabled system that combines climate data, monitoring, and predictive modeling to issue early warnings, giving communities a fighting chance against floods and droughts
Work in Progress: A Seven‑Year Success Story at HargaBits
This piece traces the evolution of HargaBits over seven years, showcasing how community, collaboration, and consistent vision turned it into a beacon of digital education and youth empowerment.
LEAD Program: Pioneering Change and Empowering Somali Youth
A look into a transformative initiative equipping hundreds of young people with entrepreneurial and digital skills—boosting employment, innovation, and economic mobility in Somalia.
Empowered Youth, Empowered Solutions: HargaBits Hargathon 2023
A vibrant recap of a five‑day innovation challenge where youth designed tech solutions for local challenges—demonstrating creativity, resilience, and community impact in action.