Case IH and Gaalooge Supports the Next Generation of Agricultural Skills Through TVET Training in Somalia and Somaliland

Forty trainees are taking part in the 2026 program, combining technical knowledge and practical field experience to strengthen local agricultural mechanization skills.

Mendrisio, October 12, 2026

Gaalooge Agrobusiness Enterprise, Case IH distributor in Somalia, continues to support the development of agricultural skills in Somalia and Somaliland through its 2026 Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) program, designed to build local expertise and strengthen the knowledge needed to support agricultural mechanization.

This year, the program is training 40 participants across two centers, with 20 trainees in Somalia and 20 in Somaliland. Each center has achieved an equal gender balance, with 10 women and 10 men participating in the training.

In Mogadishu, Somalia, the training program was successfully completed in October, with preparations now underway for the graduation ceremony planned for November. The program has provided participants with technical training aimed at developing the skills required to contribute to the country's evolving agricultural sector.




In Somaliland, participants have completed the theoretical phase of the program and are now advancing to practical field training, allowing them to apply their knowledge in real working conditions. The practical sessions will continue throughout October, ahead of a graduation ceremony also planned for November.

The 2026 program has already achieved an important milestone beyond the classroom. Following the introduction of the TVET initiative, Somaliland identified the need to establish a dedicated agricultural mechanization department. The department was subsequently established by presidential order, with newly appointed staff joining the TVET classes to further develop their knowledge and technical capabilities.

This development demonstrates the wider impact that technical education can have in supporting the growth of agricultural mechanization. By combining classroom learning with practical field experience and encouraging greater participation from both women and men, the TVET program contributes to building local capacity and creating a stronger foundation for the future of agriculture.

Case IH remains committed to supporting skills development and knowledge transfer in the region, helping equip a new generation of professionals with the technical expertise needed to support farmers, modern agricultural machinery and the continued development of mechanized agriculture.