Our Story
More Than a Summit. A Movement.
The Global Somali Entrepreneurship Forum (GSEF) is a premier international platform dedicated to advancing entrepreneurship, investment and private sector development across Somalia and the wider East African region.
Who We Are
A Premier International Platform.
The Global Somali Entrepreneurship Forum (GSEF) is a premier international platform dedicated to advancing entrepreneurship, investment and private sector development across Somalia and the wider East African region.
Founded to strengthen collaboration between entrepreneurs, investors, governments, development partners and the Somali diaspora, GSEF serves as a bridge that connects ideas with opportunities and partnerships with impact.
Each year, GSEF brings together influential leaders from the public and private sectors to discuss emerging trends, promote innovation, facilitate investment and create practical solutions that support sustainable economic growth.
More than an annual conference, GSEF is a year-round platform committed to fostering dialogue, strengthening regional cooperation and building strategic partnerships that contribute to Somalia's economic transformation.
What We Focus On
GSEF 2024 — Nairobi, Kenya
Our Impact
GSEF creates opportunities for collaboration, investment and knowledge exchange by connecting key stakeholders who are shaping the future of Somalia's economy. Through dialogue, partnerships and innovation, the Forum contributes to a stronger, more competitive and more inclusive private sector.
Who We Bring Together
A Diverse Network
of Stakeholders.
GSEF convenes a diverse network of stakeholders, including:
Our Journey
Built Over Years. Proven by Impact.
From a single stage in Nairobi to a global network spanning six continents, GSEF has grown into the definitive platform for Somali economic empowerment.
GSEF founded in Nairobi with 200 attendees and a single stage.
Virtual summit reaches 12,000 attendees across 30 countries during the pandemic.
UNDP Somalia partnership formalized. First diaspora investment deals closed on-site.
GSEF 2024 hosts 3,000+ delegates. Network reaches 1M+ entrepreneurs.
GSEF 2026 returns to Nairobi. The movement has never been stronger.
Where Somali Entrepreneurs Meet Investors, Partners and Opportunities.
Whether you're an entrepreneur, investor, or institution — GSEF is your gateway to Somalia's growing economy.