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Pragmatic Help Achieving Social Empowerment, widely known as PHASE, has been named Best Humanitarian Aid Organization of the Year 2024 at the prestigious East Africa Somali Awards, held at the Radisson Blu Hotel in Nairobi. The recognition comes as a powerful affirmation of the organization’s tireless efforts to support vulnerable populations through inclusive, innovative, and sustainable humanitarian work across East Africa and the Somali diaspora.
The East Africa Somali Awards is an annual celebration that honors excellence in a range of sectors, including health, business, culture, technology, education, and humanitarianism. It brings together changemakers, thought leaders, and community builders from across the Horn of Africa to recognize and uplift those making a meaningful difference in Somali and East African communities. This year’s ceremony once again lived up to its reputation for excellence, drawing a distinguished crowd of guests from across the region and beyond. Among the most well-received and emotional highlights of the evening was the moment PHASE was announced as the top humanitarian aid organization of the year.
Founded with a mission to uplift lives through practical, scalable solutions, PHASE has established itself as a leading force in the humanitarian sector. Its approach is grounded in empowerment—equipping individuals and communities with the tools they need to rise above hardship and build long-term resilience. Whether through emergency relief, health programs, food security initiatives, or education access, PHASE’s impact is felt far and wide.
The organization’s programs have spanned some of the most underserved regions in East Africa, including remote areas of Somalia, Kenya, and Ethiopia. What sets PHASE apart is its ability to deliver support that is not only immediate and life-saving but also culturally informed and community-driven. Rather than imposing solutions from the outside, PHASE partners directly with local leaders and grassroots organizations to ensure that every intervention is relevant, respectful, and lasting.
PHASE’s recognition at the East Africa Somali Awards reflects a year of incredible impact. In 2024 alone, the organization reached tens of thousands of people with clean water access, maternal health care, youth empowerment projects, and emergency aid following natural disasters. Their mobile health clinics and livelihood training centers have become lifelines for families striving to rebuild their lives with dignity and independence.
Accepting the award on behalf of the organization, PHASE’s leadership emphasized that the honor belongs to the people and communities they serve. “This award is a reflection of the strength, courage, and spirit of the individuals we work with every day,” said a PHASE representative. “We are humbled and inspired by their resilience, and we are committed to walking alongside them as they reclaim their futures.”
The recognition also serves as an important reminder of the critical role humanitarian organizations play in ensuring that development and progress are truly inclusive. As East Africa faces ongoing challenges—from displacement and conflict to climate-related crises—organizations like PHASE are at the forefront of delivering not only aid, but hope.
The future of humanitarian work lies in partnerships, innovation, and a deep understanding of local contexts. PHASE continues to lead by example, proving that compassion, when paired with strategy and humility, can transform lives at scale.
As applause filled the hall at Radisson Blu Nairobi, the moment marked more than an award—it marked a legacy in motion. With a strong track record and an unwavering commitment to equity and impact, PHASE is setting new standards for humanitarian aid across the region.