{"id":6180,"date":"2024-12-02T14:50:15","date_gmt":"2024-12-02T14:50:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/onkodradio.staging.ileysinc.com\/en\/?p=6180"},"modified":"2026-05-07T09:37:53","modified_gmt":"2026-05-07T09:37:53","slug":"hassan-kobac-a-visionary-transforming-somalias-future","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/onkodradio.staging.ileysinc.com\/en\/hassan-kobac-a-visionary-transforming-somalias-future\/","title":{"rendered":"Hassan Kobac: A Visionary Transforming Somalia\u2019s Future"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>MOGADISHU, Somalia<\/strong> \u2013 Hassan Idow Muhumed Kobac, an influential figure in Somalia, is working hard to shape the country\u2019s future and improve the lives of its people with his drive, compassion, and clear vision.<\/p>\n<p>Kobac, known for his work with the <a href=\"https:\/\/kobacgt.so\/services\/kobac-foundation\/\">Hassan Kobac Foundation<\/a>, is more than just a businessman. He\u2019s a philanthropist and a senator with a dedication to improving the lives of ordinary Somalis\u2014both through his charity and his work in politics.<\/p>\n<p>Over the years, his charity efforts have delivered what was needed most for thousands of families affected by drought, floods, and conflict in the south and central regions. The Kobac Foundation has also supported <a href=\"https:\/\/kobacgt.so\/school-children-financed-by-hasan-kobac-foundation\/\">education<\/a>, providing scholarships and programs for communities in need.<\/p>\n<p>One of Kobac\u2019s key efforts is addressing Somalia\u2019s ongoing water crisis. With clean water still a major challenge, he has funded the building of boreholes and water points, providing families with essential access to water and transforming entire communities.<\/p>\n<p>Kobac is also a well-known real estate developer in Mogadishu. His properties not only contribute to the city\u2019s growth but also serve as shelters for orphans and displaced families, reflecting his deep commitment to social responsibility. Despite helping those in need, his business ventures created jobs and boosted the local economy.<\/p>\n<p>Kobac, a senator, plays a key role in shaping policies to address the country\u2019s needs. Known for his collaborative approach, he works with security forces and agencies to promote stability, focusing on security, infrastructure, and economic development.<\/p>\n<p>Kobac has also made an impact on Somalia\u2019s gum resin industry through his company, Hassan Kobac <a href=\"https:\/\/hassankobac.com\/\">Frankincense &amp; Myrrh<\/a>. Modernizing this sector while he ensured local communities benefit, blending tradition with innovation to promote growth without harming the environment.<\/p>\n<p>Kobac\u2019s future plans focus on revitalizing Somalia\u2019s agriculture and livestock sectors, bringing in modern techniques and creating opportunities for young people. His goal isn\u2019t just economic growth but empowering the next generation with the skills they need to thrive.<\/p>\n<p>However, at the core of Kobac\u2019s work is a simple mission: to improve the lives of those in need. His impact goes beyond buildings and policies, seen in the clean water, education, and opportunities he\u2019s provided, proving that one person\u2019s vision can make a lasting difference.<\/p>\n<p><strong><em>Reported by <a href=\"https:\/\/x.com\/MohaBulbul\">Mohamed Ibrahim<\/a>, an award-winning freelance journalist based in Mogadishu, Somalia, who specializes in Somali affairs and the Horn of Africa.<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>&nbsp; MOGADISHU, Somalia &ndash; Hassan Idow Muhumed Kobac, an influential figure in Somalia, is working hard to shape the country&rsquo;s future and improve the lives of its people with his drive, compassion, and clear vision. Kobac, known for his work with the Hassan Kobac Foundation, is more than just a businessman. 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