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Our Districts

Explore Awdal’s Key Districts

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Borama District

As the center and most populated of the Awdal region, Borama is a cosmopolitan hub of commerce, higher education, and vibrant community.

  • University town and education center
  • Regional commerce and services
  • Healthcare and training hubs
  • Active diaspora support
Borama District

Baki District

Situated in between long mountain chains, Baki district is abundant in both agricultural business and mineral mining.

  • Agriculture potential
  • Mineral mining
  • Rural livelihoods
  • Road links improving
Baki District

Lughaya District

With abundant natural water placements and fertile lands, Lughaya district holds economic potential through fishing, agriculture, and as an attractive tourist destination.

  • Fisheries
  • Irrigated farming
  • Tourism potential
  • Coastal conservation
Lughaya District

Saylac District

Zeila – a port for over four thousand years – with a vast coastline, diverse coral reefs, and a history of international trade, is showcasing the potential of Somali society.

  • Ancient port
  • Marine ecosystems
  • Trade heritage
  • Cultural tourism
Saylac District
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What people say

Real stories from partners, volunteers, and community leaders.

Hodan Ali

CBO Leader • Kulmis CBO

The YOU-ACT workshops helped us move from talking about problems to planning solutions together. Our youth feel heard and engaged.

Jowhar, Somalia6/28/2025

Abdiwahab Ahmed

Youth Volunteer • Horseed Inter-Clan Youth Group

Icebreakers and team challenges built trust across groups. Now we collaborate confidently on community actions.

Jowhar, Somalia6/27/2025

Maryam Farah

Teacher • Baki Primary School

Repaired classrooms and new desks transformed the learning environment. Attendance is improving each week.

Baki, Awdal4/15/2025

Omar Ismail

Water Committee Chair • Quracjib

With training on maintenance and tariffs, our wells are managed transparently and kept in good condition.

Baki District, Awdal5/20/2025

Nimco Warsame

Health Worker • Zeila Outreach

Mobile clinics reached mothers who had never received antenatal services before. The impact is real.

Zeila, Awdal3/25/2025

Sahal Omer

Green Club Lead • Lughaya Youth Green Club

Tree planting brought the community together. We now have weekly rosters to protect and water seedlings.

Lughaya, Awdal6/7/2025

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