As the world marked the International Day of Family Remittances (IDFR) on June 16, Dahabshiil, a leading global money transfer service, reaffirmed its commitment to empowering migrant workers and their families through secure, affordable, and accessible remittance services. This year’s theme, “Remittances Financing Development,” highlights the critical role of remittances in supporting the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), with Dahabshiil playing a pivotal role in connecting diasporas to their loved ones across Africa, the Middle East, and beyond.
On IDFR 2025, Dahabshiil celebrated the resilience and sacrifices of migrant workers, emphasizing that every transfer—whether for education, healthcare, or daily needs—fuels hope and economic stability in communities globally.
“Our mission is to make every dollar count for families back home,” said Dahabshiil CEO Abdirashid Duale. “We’re proud to stand with remittance senders, ensuring their hard-earned money reaches their loved ones quickly and securely.”
The company also introduced a mobile app feature allowing users to track their transfers in real-time and donate directly to community development projects in their home countries, such as schools and clinics. This move supports the IDFR 2025 theme by channeling remittances into sustainable development.
“Every transfer is a story of love, sacrifice, and hope,” Duale said. “On this International Day of Family Remittances, we renew our pledge to connect
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