By Abdullahi Salad - Reporter
Gabiley, 19 Aug, 2026 – Construction of 100 homes for low-income families began on Monday in Gabiley, in a UAE-funded project implemented by the Gabiley Local Government and Al-Sunna Charity Organization.
The groundbreaking ceremony was attended by Somaliland’s Minister of Planning Mohumed Ahmed Abdiaziz; Minister of Local Government Haasan Ma’allin; Gabiley Regional Governor Mohamuud Hassan Saleban Dhagah; Gabiley Mayor Mohamed Abdi Hassan; local council members; and Al-Sunna officials.
Beyond the homes, the project includes essential services for residents of the new settlement: a 12-classroom school, a maternal and child health centre, a mosque, a market, and a borehole for water.
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Officials described the project as historic, saying it is the first initiative of its kind in Gabiley Region and is expected to address housing and basic service needs for low-income families.
The project site covers about 10 hectares. Officials said securing the land removed a major obstacle to implementation.
Al-Sunna and local officials said the project is part of broader efforts to support low-income families and expand access to social services for people who cannot afford adequate housing and other basic needs.