Kenyan entrepreneurs and technicians have found great opportunities in Somaliland’s trade and economy, according to a report by KTN television station Sophia Ali.
What should we focus on in terms of employment opportunities for Kenyans in Somaliland? Employment opportunities in Somaliland have surged, offering a New Horizon for those seeking work abroad. Now, around 3,000 Kenyans have ventured to Somaliland this year alone, joining over 10,000 others who have already found livelihoods across various sectors.
A report by the World Bank shows that the employment rate in Kenya has remained stable at 5.7% in 20 24 slightly higher than the 5.6% reported in 2023.
According to Abdirashid Duale CEO of the Dahabshiil Group, Kenyans in Somaliland are finding rewarding work experience in diverse sectors from banking, telecommunication, hospitality and even manufacturing he explained his positive experience working with Kenyans
A lot of our colleagues are from Kenya very professional people very hardworking, and highly educated and we want more of them to come” stated Duale.
As the job market in Kenya faces challenges in these opportunities are providing an alternative path to financial Independence and Career Development with an increasing number of Kenyans thriving in Somaliland the relationship between the two countries continue to strengthen offering hope for many looking for better Futures beyond their borders.
“One of those building tallest buildings in Hargeisa where all of our all our colleagues who building there are from Kenya as well as local people are also working with them but the majority are Kenyan colleagues building there our consultant who’s overseas and also from Kenya.” Added Daule.