Building our own table

We help overlooked Somali entrepreneurs raise halal funding, build credibility, and grow real businesses without changing who they are.

The right room changes everything

After three sold-out events in London, Amsterdam and Stockholm, it's clear:

Your next breakthrough doesn’t come from a podcast, a book, or another generic business event. It comes from your own people. Now, all eyes are on Stockholm.

When 100 Somali founders and aspiring entrepreneurs come together in one room, something special happens.

Most people walk in not knowing how many brilliant Somali entrepreneurs live just down the street. They walk out with new clients, new collaborations, and sometimes even a new co-founder.


They arrive with scattered ideas and uncertainty. They leave with clarity, momentum, and mentors who’ve already walked their path, saving them years of trial and error.


That’s what happened during our past events and that’s exactly what we’re bringing to our next events.

This time, we're taking things to another level For the first time ever, we're launching something new. The Goat Herder, a pitch competition for Somali founders. Win here, and you'll secure a spot at the finals during Somali Week in London, where real investors are ready to fund and mentor the next generation of Somali-led businesses.

The right room changes everything. Be there.

Upcoming events

Explore our upcoming events

Each event is a space to connect, share knowledge, and build real power. Whether you’re pitching your idea, seeking collaborators, or just showing up to be inspired. this is where vision meets community, and community meets action.

Upcoming Events
Aug8
Amsterdam Event

Amsterdam Event

Connect with Somali founders in the heart of Amsterdam. An evening of real momentum.

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Aug30
Online Summit

Online Summit

Be part of the biggest online gathering of Somali entrepreneurs.

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Sep06
London Event

London Event

Insights, investment and impact in the capital. Close Somali Week with a win.

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sep19
Istanbul Event

Istanbul Event

Crossroads energy, Somali ambition. Meet builders and pitch at The Goat Herder.

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What to Expect

Funding. Community. Mentorship.

We provide a space where your struggles are understood, your ambitions are celebrated, and your success becomes inevitable.

What you'll hear

Inspiring panel talks

with special guests

Hear firsthand stories and actionable advice from successful Somali entrepreneurs.

Why it matters

Participate in The Goat Herder

Pitch your business directly to Somali investors for a chance to secure funding and mentorship.

The power of connection

Find your mentor

Someone in this room could save you years of trial and error or spark inspiration for your next bold move.

Our community

Speakers

Get the roadmap to six-figure success from Somali entrepreneurs.

Jibril Qorane

Co Founder The Somali Circle

Build a productivity system

Guleed Afhakame

Co-Founder The Somali Circle

Tribe marketing

Shadia Osman

Founder Modest by Shadia

Align your brand with your beliefs

Yasmin Abdi

Founder No Hack

How to market a tech product in a noisy world

Abshir Ahmed

Founder Somalis in Tech

From Idea to App Store

Yusuf Noor

Founder Dialectica

The Inner Game of Entrepreneurship

Fartum Iman

Founder Shoppy Monkey

Build the Website That Sells

Jamal Muse

Founder Strategic FBA

Scaling your e-commerce

Mohamed Abdulle

Founder Mabdulle

Using

Our Purpose

A place for us

The Somali Circle takes its inspiration from a familiar scene: a circle of adeeros sitting beneath the shade of a tree, exchanging stories, wisdom, and guidance.

Growing up, Jibril and Guleed watched these gatherings countless times. Elders quietly discussed important matters, solved problems together and made decisions that shaped the community’s future.

Under that tree, great ideas were born and strong connections formed.

Years later, as Somali entrepreneurs scattered around the world, we realized something essential was missing.

A place to come together and build real economic power as a community.

That’s why The Somali Circle exists. It recreates that powerful feeling of unity and collective strength we felt watching our adeeros.

It’s a global community for Somali entrepreneurs to connect, share knowledge, and grow together, no matter where they are in the world.

Some questions

Frequently Asked Questions

What happens at a typical event?

Expect a mix of powerful talks, practical workshops, and meaningful conversations. You’ll hear from experienced Somali founders, connect with others in your field, and leave with actionable insights you can use right away.

Will I actually meet people or just sit and listen?

This isn’t a passive experience. Our events are intentionally interactive. You’ll have the chance to ask questions, meet other attendees, and connect with speakers directly.

Do you host events outside Europe?

Yes. We’re growing globally. While many of our early events were in London, Amsterdam, and Stockholm, more cities are coming soon.

How do I get involved as a speaker or partner?

We’re always looking to collaborate with new voices. Email us at [email protected] and let’s talk.

Don’t Miss Out

Become part of the Circle

We provide a space where your struggles are understood, your ambitions are celebrated, and your success becomes inevitable. This is more than a network.

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Free community

Connect with Somali founders worldwide.

Swap stories, ask questions, and grow alongside people who understand exactly where you’re coming from