Realise Your Potential With the Right Investment at Maan-Maal
Ready to Leap Forward?
Are you an aspiring Somali entrepreneur with a bold idea — or a small business owner ready to grow, innovate, and scale?
Maan-Maal – The Somali Leapfrog Foundry for Innovative Business Ideas is your launchpad for success.
We’re seeking passionate changemakers with the drive to transform communities through innovation, resilience, smart business, and a dynamic business incubator program.
…and turn your vision into real impact.
Building the Future of Somali Entrepreneurship
Welcome to Maan-Maal
Somalia’s first and most ambitious entrepreneurship reality TV program. We empower aspiring innovators and growth-stage entrepreneurs to turn their business ideas into thriving, impactful ventures.
In a country bursting with talent but limited access to resources, Maan-Maal bridges the gap with training, coaching, mentorship, investment, national exposure, and long-term support.
What We Do
Maan-Maal is more than just an entrepreneurship Reality TV show
It’s a national movement for inclusive economic growth. Whether you’re dreaming big or scaling up, Maan-Maal is your launchpad. Here’s how we make it happen:
Expert Guidance
Entrepreneurs receive hands-on mentorship from top investors and business experts.
• Intensive training via the Hano Leap Accelerator Bootcamp
• Real-world business simulations and pitch coaching
• Personalized feedback and strategic guidance
Personalized Plans
Support is tailored to each entrepreneur’s journey.
• Two tracks: Entrepreneur Track (idea-stage) and Growth Track (scaling-stage)
• Customized training based on business stage and goals
• National TV and online exposure to boost visibility
Comprehensive Solutions
Maan-Maal goes beyond the show to ensure long-term success.
• Seed funding and investor connections
• Post-show incubation and alumni network
• Access to expos, pitch events, and market opportunities
Watch. Learn. Be Inspired.
Each season features visionary entrepreneurs from across Somalia. Through real-world business challenges and national exposure, participants pitch to investors and launch or grow successful enterprises.
Why Maan-Maal?
Inspires Somali youth to become job creators, not job seekers
Highlights Somali innovation, resilience, and entrepreneurial spirit
Offers investment, training, coaching, mentorship, and global visibility
Sparks a nationwide movement toward inclusive, sustainable entrepreneurship
What Makes Us Unique?
- The first of its kind in Somalia: a reality TV platform dedicated to entrepreneurship and economic empowerment
- A hybrid format where impact meets entertainment
- Engages Somali talent and local investors through a national platform
- Supports both early-stage innovators and scaling businesses through tailored development tracks
- Provides post-show incubation, long-term mentorship, and a vibrant alumni network
- Aligns with the National Transformation Plan and the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
- Champions inclusive entrepreneurship, prioritizing women, youth, and underserved regions
- Bridges the gap between grassroots innovation and international exposure
- Builds a pipeline of investable Somali ventures ready for real-world markets
- Leverages media to inspire, educate, and shift mindsets around entrepreneurship
- Promotes a culture of resilience, self-reliance, and business leadership
Two Dynamic Tracks
Entrepreneur Track
For founders (ages 18–40) with early-stage, high-potential ideas
Growth Track
For small business owners (ages 25–50) ready to scale and expand impact
Join the Movement
Maan-Maal invites entrepreneurs, sponsors, investors, and fans to help shape Somalia’s economic future—one bold idea at a time.
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Growth with Purpose
Fueling Somali entrepreneurs to build businesses that matter.
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Invest in Growth with Purpose
Back bold ideas that deliver both returns and real-world impact.
Powered by Our Investor
Salaam Somali Bank
We extend our heartfelt thanks to Salaam Somali Bank, Somalia’s leading Sharia-compliant financial institution, for believing in the vision of Maan-Maal and serving as our official investor for 2025.
As a pioneer in Somalia’s banking sector, Salaam Somali Bank has consistently championed innovation, inclusion, and economic empowerment. Their support helps us unlock the potential of young entrepreneurs, turning bold ideas into thriving businesses.
Together, we are building a future where Somali talent leads the way.
Explore. Watch. Invest. Be Inspired.
👉 This is the Somali Leap. This is Maan-Maal.
Maan-Maal
The Somali Leapfrog Foundry for Innovative Business Ideas Where entertainment through entrepreneurship reality TV Show meets innovation, ambition becomes action, job seekers become job creators, and the nation is inspired to dream boldly—and vote to crown the next Somali Entrepreneur of the Year.
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