China and Somalia share a strategic partnership founded on principles of mutual respect, sovereignty, and territorial integrity and our role is to strengthen the historic friendship between the peoples of China and Somalia by promoting mutual understanding, facilitating cultural and educational exchange, and supporting capacity-building initiatives that contribute to Somalia’s vision for peace, stability, and self-reliance
For centuries, the winds of the Indian Ocean have connected the shores of Somalia and China. Today, that ancient maritime bond has evolved into a modern, action-oriented Comprehensive Strategic Friendship.
Friends of China – Somalia is a non-profit organization dedicated to strengthening the bridges between the peoples of Somalia and China. We believe in a future where Somali peace and Chinese development go hand in hand
Old friends, New horizons
Friendship grows when young people learn about each other.
When Somalia faced its most critical health challenges, China was among the first to respond.
Building a stable Somalia requires hard infrastructure and soft skills. China started investing in both.
In times of drought and displacement, China has stood with Somalia.
what makes us different
Establish free community-based Mandarin classes for Somali youth and professionals, while organizing cultural festivals in Somalia that showcase Chinese traditions (e.g., Spring Festival) and Somali poetry, music, and dance.
Organize annual Somali-China cultural festivals, film screenings, and art exhibitions to celebrate both nations’ heritage.
Establish, recruit, grow and maintain a Verified, Active Membership Base of registered members (Somali students, professionals, alumni, and Chinese diaspora) on the NGO’s online /offline platforms and engage them through our programmes.
Activate a Local Ambassador Program to Train and deploy Friendship Ambassadors (e.g former and current scholarship recipients, Chines friends) across the regions of Somalia as well as in China for organizing local meetups regularly.
Establish a Somali-China Youth’s Leadership Forum to share best practices in entrepreneurship, education and skill development.
Create a people-to-people ambassador program focused on digital storytelling about Somali-Chinese cooperation and countering misinformation.
Mobilize Chinese diaspora and corporate partners to fund small-scale infrastructure projects in Somalia (e.g., wells, school renovations, mobile health clinics).
Implement vocational skills training centers in Mogadishu, Hargeisa, and Kismayo using Chinese equipment and Somali-Chinese instructor teams
Whether you're a long-time partner, a cultural enthusiast, or someone interested in strengthening the bonds between China and Somalia — we’d love to hear from you. Share your thoughts, questions, collaboration ideas, or just say hello. Your message matters to us.
Grand plaza , 1st floor, bureau 112
Makka Almukarrama Strt, Hodan Dist., Mogadishu.
contact@friendsofchina.so
061-961-5310
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