By Ayan Isse Hassan
Mogadishu, Somalia – The stage is set for the 6th edition of the Somali Business Awards (SOBA), one of the most prestigious platforms celebrating Somali excellence. The event will culminate in a grand Gala Dinner on November 1st, 2025, at the iconic Decale Hotel in Mogadishu.
For more than half a decade, SOBA has been a symbol of recognition and pride, honoring entrepreneurs, innovators, artists, and community leaders who are making an impact both in Somalia and across the diaspora. This year’s edition promises to be the biggest and most glamorous yet, with an evening of celebration, live performances, and red-carpet elegance.
📌 Nominations for SOBA 2025 officially open on September 1st, 2025.
This will give Somalis worldwide the opportunity to nominate outstanding individuals and organizations across multiple categories that highlight achievement in business, creativity, and leadership.
The 2025 theme, “Empowering the Future Through Recognition,” emphasizes the importance of celebrating today’s leaders to inspire the next generation of Somali innovators and visionaries.
By hosting the Gala Dinner at Decale Hotel, Mogadishu not only underscores its role as Somalia’s thriving hub of business and culture but also demonstrates the growing appetite for global-standard events within the country.
With nominations set to begin in September and anticipation building, all eyes are now on Mogadishu as it prepares to welcome dignitaries, entrepreneurs, creatives, and influencers for the historic Gala Dinner on November 1st, 2025.