Dahabshiil Group, a leading African financial services provider, and Save the Children, a global humanitarian organization, have launched a groundbreaking partnership aimed at improving the lives of children across the Horn of Africa. The collaboration, announced at a high-profile ceremony, seeks to combine Dahabshiil’s financial expertise and remittance network with Save the Children’s humanitarian efforts to address pressing challenges in health, education, and child welfare.
The launch event was attended by prominent figures, including Dahabshiil Group CEO Abdirashid Duale, Kenya’s Health Minister Hon. Aden Duale, Save the Children UK CEO Moazzam Malik, and other regional leaders and dignitaries. The partnership is set to leverage Dahabshiil’s robust remittance platform to facilitate the flow of funds, ensuring critical support reaches vulnerable communities efficiently.
A Commitment to Social Impact, Speaking at the event, Hon. Aden Duale praised the initiative, emphasizing its potential to drive meaningful change. “This partnership between Dahabshiil and Save the Children is a powerful example of how humanitarian goals and innovative business solutions can come together to serve our children. It’s a testament to the impact of collaboration in tackling today’s health and developmental challenges,” he said.
He also highlighted Save the Children’s impactful work in Wajir, Kenya, noting, “You’re partnering with an organization that’s making a real difference.”
Abdirashid Duale, CEO of Dahabshiil Group, underscored the company’s longstanding commitment to social responsibility. “Dahabshiil has always been dedicated to addressing societal challenges, from health to humanitarian crises. Our partnership with Save the Children and Mr. Moazzam Malik reflects how businesses can play a pivotal role in community development,” he said. “By facilitating remittances from the diaspora, we aim to empower vulnerable populations and support transformative initiatives.”
Moazzam Malik, CEO of Save the Children UK, expressed optimism about the partnership’s potential to transform lives. “This collaboration with Dahabshiil opens new doors for supporting children in the Horn of Africa. Our discussions began in 2023, and while we’ve worked together on remittance services, this partnership allows us to do much more,” Malik said. “The region faces significant challenges, and by combining the strengths of private enterprise and humanitarian organizations, we can create lasting solutions for children.”
The partnership builds on Dahabshiil’s history of supporting communities during crises, such as droughts, floods, and fires, as inspired by the company’s founder, Haji Mohamed Said. “Dahabshiil has always played a vital role in community progress, and we are ready to continue this legacy,” added Abdirashid Duale.
A Model for Public-Private Collaboration, MP Mohamed Adow, who also spoke at the event, lauded Dahabshiil’s leadership in the private sector, describing the partnership as a model for how businesses and humanitarian organizations can work together to address regional challenges. The event, attended by parliamentarians, humanitarian officials, and other stakeholders, concluded with a shared commitment to driving impactful change for children and families. This partnership marks a significant step toward addressing the unique challenges faced by children in the Horn of Africa, with both organizations pledging to expand their efforts in the years ahead.