London, UK – 9 July 2025
The Hormuud Salaam Foundation, Somalia’s leading philanthropic and development organisation, has been awarded the prestigious Africa Social Impact Leadership Award at the 15th African Business Leadership Awards (ABLA) 2025, hosted during the ALM Africa Summit London.
The award recognises the Foundation’s remarkable contributions to social development, humanitarian relief, and community resilience across Somalia. Operating in one of the most challenging environments in Africa, the Hormuud Salaam Foundation has consistently delivered impactful programmes in health, education, livelihoods, and emergency response, transforming lives and restoring hope for millions.
As the charitable arm of Hormuud Telecom and Salaam Somali Bank, the Foundation has pioneered innovative, community-driven models of social investment. Its initiatives have focused on empowering vulnerable populations, supporting youth and women entrepreneurs, and expanding access to essential services in underserved areas.
The Africa Social Impact Leadership Award celebrates institutions that are redefining corporate social responsibility and community engagement on the continent. The Hormuud Salaam Foundation’s work stands as a testament to the power of homegrown solutions, local ownership, and sustainable partnerships in driving real change.
In accepting the award, representatives from the Foundation reaffirmed their commitment to building a more inclusive, resilient Somalia and called for increased collaboration to address shared humanitarian and development challenges across the Horn of Africa.
The African Business Leadership Awards, organised by African Leadership Magazine, honour individuals and institutions making extraordinary contributions to Africa’s development across sectors. This recognition of the Hormuud Salaam Foundation reflects the growing importance of social impact leadership in shaping Africa’s future.
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