1. What does Horn of Africa Communication for Development Ltd do?
We empower communities, organizations, and governments across the Horn of Africa through strategic communication, advocacy, and capacity building. Our services include media and public relations, digital engagement, training, and policy analysis, driving sustainable change in Somalia, Ethiopia, Djibouti, Eritrea, and Kenya. Projects like "Women Lead" (Somalia, 2023) and "Youth Digital Futures" (Kenya, 2024) showcase our impact.
2. What is your mission and vision?
Our mission is to harness communication for sustainable progress, empowering the Horn of Africa’s people and institutions. Our vision is a region where every voice is heard, every community thrives, and opportunities are seized through effective, culturally relevant communication—seen in initiatives like "Education for All" (Ethiopia, 2023).
3. What types of services do you offer?
We provide a comprehensive suite tailored to the Horn of Africa:
- Strategic Communication (e.g., "Voices of Resilience," Somalia, 2024)
- Media & PR (e.g., "Media Training for Journalists," Ethiopia, 2021)
- Capacity Building (e.g., "Digital Literacy in Djibouti," 2023)
- Advocacy & Behavior Change (e.g., "Women Lead," Somalia, 2023)
- Digital Media & Research. Explore our full offerings to see how we’ve supported over 350 organizations.
4. Who are your target clients?
We serve NGOs, governments, businesses, and community groups seeking impactful communication solutions. Past clients include UN Women Somalia ("Women Lead"), UNICEF Ethiopia ("Education for All"), and the Kenya Ministry of ICT ("Youth Digital Futures"), reflecting our diverse partnerships across the Horn of Africa.
5. What are some of your successful projects?
Our track record includes:
- "Women Lead" (Somalia, 2023): Trained 300 women, secured 3 policies.
- "Education for All" (Ethiopia, 2023): Raised $2.5M for 50 schools.
- "Digital Literacy in Djibouti" (2023): Empowered 200 leaders, sparked $50,000 in revenue.
- "Media Training for Journalists" (Ethiopia, 2021): 100 reporters, 20 global features.
- "Youth Digital Futures" (Kenya, 2024): Trained 250 youth, generated $60,000.
These projects highlight our ability to deliver results on $300,000 budgets.
6. How do you measure success?
We measure success through tangible outcomes: policy changes (e.g., 3 in "Women Lead"), community reach (1.2M people total), skill adoption (e.g., 65% of Somali women continued advocacy), and economic impact (e.g., $60,000 from Kenyan youth). Client satisfaction (90%) and recognition from ministries like Somalia’s Gender Equality Council affirm our effectiveness.
7. Who are your partners?
We collaborate with global and local leaders:
- UN Women Somalia & USAID ("Women Lead")
- UNICEF Ethiopia & Ethiopian Ministry of Education ("Education for All")
- Djibouti Ministry of Communication & Digital Divide Initiative ("Digital Literacy")
- Kenya Ministry of ICT & Youth Empowerment Network ("Youth Digital Futures")
- Internews & Ethiopian Journalists Association ("Media Training")
Plus, Tai Global Elective, Ultra Analytic, TechEd Africa, and more—enhancing our impact across five countries.
8. How much do your projects typically cost?
Most projects operate on a $300,000 budget, delivering outsized results. For example:
- "Women Lead" trained 300 women at $400 each, reached 150,000 at $0.67 per person.
- "Education for All" leveraged $300,000 into $2.5M funding (8-to-1 return).
- "Youth Digital Futures" yielded a 200-to-1 economic return ($60,000 from $300,000).
Our cost-effective approach maximizes impact for clients.
9. How can we partner with you?
10. Do you work with international organizations?
Yes, we’ve partnered with global entities like UN Women Somalia, USAID, UNICEF Ethiopia, and Internews across multiple projects. From securing international funding in Ethiopia ($2.5M) to amplifying Ethiopian stories globally (20 features), our work spans local and international scales, making us a trusted ally for organizations worldwide.